Iron Water: The Problem with Iron Ochre

Basement Systems, Inc. highlights the danger of iron ochre in our water to home drainage systems.

Iron is one of the earth's most plentiful resources, making up at least five percent of the earth's crust. It can be found in water all over the United States and in parts of Canada. Though not detrimental to human health (Minnesota Department of Health), iron in water can obstruct drainage systems and cause other problems for the homeowner.

Specifically, if the level of iron in water is high, it can

• Stain laundry, glasses, dishes, and fixtures such as bathtubs and sinks. It can also give water a metallic taste, smell foul, and cause clogging in pipes. This is why the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources calls iron a "secondary or aesthetic contaminant." 
• Iron in drains and plumbing pipes in a home can lead to corrosion and clogging, which in turn can result in flooding or leaks, typically in the basement.

Know the Signs of Iron Ochre in Your Water:

Signs of iron ochre in water include orange stains anywhere on the floor or walls of your basement. 

About Basement Systems, Inc.

Basement Systems, the national basement waterproofing company, offers a larger version of its WaterGuard drainage system called WaterGuard Iron Ochre System that is specially designed to handle water with iron ochre in it. 

For further inquiries, contact Basement Systems, Inc at https://www.basementsystems.com.