Physical Appearance of water
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Cloudy/Murky Water | Sediment or Silt | Sediment Filter, Whole House System |
| Rusty/Orange Staining | High Iron Content | Iron Water Filter, Water Softener |
| Blue-Green Staining | Corrosive Water (low pH) | Acid-Neutralizing Filter |
| Black/Gray Staining | Manganese | Iron + Manganese Filter |
| White/Gray Deposits | Hard water (Calcium/Magnesium) | Water Softener |
| Tea Colouration | Tannin/Organics | Tannin System |
Taste & odor
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Metallic Taste | Iron, Manganese | Water Softener, Iron + Manganese Filter |
| Chlorine Taste/Smell | Municipal Disinfectants | Carbon Filter, Catalytic Carbon Filter, Reverse Osmosis System |
| Rotten Egg Smell | Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) | Iron + Sulphur + Manganese System |
| Salty Taste | High TDS | Reverse Osmosis System |
Health & personal care
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Dry, Itchy Skin | Hard Water, Chlorine | Water Softener, Carbon System |
| Dull, Brittle Hair (Straw-like) | Hard Water, Chlorine | Water Softener, Carbon System |
| Flaky Scalp | Hard Water or pH Issues | Water Softener, pH Neutralizer |
| Gastrointestinal Issues | Bacteria (E. coli, Coliform) | UV System |
Household & plumbing
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Leaks/ Clogs | Hard Water Scale Buildup | Water Softener |
| Reduced Appliance Efficiency | Hard Water | Water Softener |
| Spotty Dishes/ Glasses | Hard Water | Water Softener |
| Graying Laundry | Hard Water, Iron, Manganese | Iron Filter, Water Softener |
