Why Hot Water Is Discolored and How to Fix It

Reasons Why You Might See Discolored Hot Water

There can be many reasons why your hot water might be discolored. Let’s go over five of the most common reasons in this section:

• Sediment Collection in Water Heater: Sediments can sink to the bottom of water heaters and coat all around them. These minerals cause the water inside the water heater to be discolored when the heat is turned on.
• Old Water Heater: Many homeowners don't know the common reason for discolored hot water: their old water heater. If your water heater is older than 10 years, you may see corrosion, leakage, and discoloration of the water.
• Deterioration of Water Tank: Internal deterioration of the water tank will cause the accumulation of minerals inside, which will have the same effects as the sediment collection reason listed above.
• Deteriorating Old Water Pipes: If your house has old water pipes, they are prone to deterioration. This will cause the minerals to run alongside the water traveling within, causing discoloration and a different taste of the water.
• Contaminated Supply: Although rare, the problem may not be from pipes or your house's water heater but rather the city's water supply contamination. You can ask your neighbors if they also face the same problem or call the city to learn whether this is possible.

How To Fix Discolored Hot Waters

• Flush the Water Heater: If the discoloration is caused by sediment buildup in your water heaters and you haven’t been involved in any system maintenance, it may be the perfect time to flush the water heater. This will allow you to clean off the sediment and ensure the efficiency of your heater for many years.
• Replace the Anode Rod in your Water Heaters: An anode rod collects corrosive elements in your water heaters. It is also used to protect your water tank from rust and other damage. Replacing this rod will significantly help reduce discoloration and other problems that may require a water heater repair in the future.
• Use a Water Softener & A Water Filter: A water softener and filter work similarly and have similar goals. Although they can be used for different purposes, a water softener will extract the harmful contents of the water and prevent sedimentation buildup, as mentioned in the previous section. A water filter will also help remove contaminants like sediment, rust, and other organic matter that can cause the buildup in your water heaters. If you want to learn more, call New Era Plumbing & Septic today.

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