Iron & Manganese Removal
Targeted treatment for the orange, brown and black staining caused by iron and manganese.
In short
Iron and manganese removal systems use oxidation and specialty filtration media to capture dissolved metals before they reach fixtures, laundry and appliances.
The Problem
The problem it addresses
Iron and manganese are common in well water and can also appear on some municipal supplies.
- Orange or reddish staining in sinks, tubs and toilets
- Black or dark staining associated with manganese
- Rust-colored marks on laundry
- Metallic taste
How iron and manganese removal works
Dissolved metals are oxidized so they become filterable, then captured in a media bed and flushed out during backwash.
- 1Oxidation converts dissolved iron and manganese into filterable particles
- 2Specialty media captures the oxidized material
- 3The system backwashes to flush accumulated material to drain
- 4Treated water continues into the home
Potential benefits
- ✓Can help reduce rust and dark staining
- ✓Cleaner-looking fixtures and laundry
- ✓Can help reduce metallic taste
- ✓Helps protect downstream equipment
Results depend on your water conditions and the system selected.
Who may need it
- Homes with visible rust staining
- Well water households
- Homes where laundry is being discolored
Installation
Installed on the main line, typically ahead of softening equipment where both are used.
Maintenance considerations
Backwashing media requires periodic service, and some configurations require replenishing an oxidizing agent.
FAQs
Iron & Manganese Removal questions
Related
Related services
Well Water Treatment Systems
Treatment built around the specific characteristics of a private well supply.
Water Softener Systems
Softening equipment sized for your home to help reduce scale, spotting and hard-water buildup.
Water Testing & Analysis
Evaluation of your water so equipment recommendations are based on what is actually there.
Let's talk about your water
A free consultation is the fastest way to find out whether iron & manganese removal is the right fit for your home.