Why Do I See Black Specks in My Drinking Water?
Do you see black specks in your drinking water? While this is not normal, we have a few reasons behind why this could be happening.
Read along and let me inform you on all you need to know when it comes to your drinking water and making sure little black particles aren’t in the water you’re drinking.
If you’re needing the short answer, it’s almost certain that this is caused by degrading parts of your internal plumbing.
How Do I Know If I Have Black Specks in My Water?
Typically, these specks will be really small, distinctive specks. They’ll also stick and smear to other surfaces but will not dissolve in the water.
Sometimes, these specks can come and go often in your water. But, most of you are probably thinking, “This has to be from our water distribution system.” You’d be surprised, because it’s actually not the system’s fault at all.
What Causes Black Specks in my Water?
Black specs in your water can be from plenty of things, believe it or not. Some of these things include:
- Flexible hose connections (such as kitchen sinks that have the pull-down hose faucets)
- Deteriorating washers inside toilet cisterns
- O-rings
- Tap washers
- Internal hot water system components
What Should I Do About It?
Your best option is to make sure that you are aware of where this is happening throughout your entire home. For example, do you see black specks in your water with just one faucet or all of them?
Also, determine where or not you see black specs when you have just the hot water on, the colder water on, or both at the same time.
Then, call your local plumber to see if they can help. This information can help a plumber solve the issue entirely for you. The more information you can give to the professional, the better.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, black specs in your water isn’t normal. And you definitely don’t want to be drinking that either. It’s best to determine where you are finding that you have this in your water throughout your entire home and contact a professional to take a look.
The reason could be from a wide range of things so it’s best to get a professional plumber out there to take a look for you.
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