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sulfur smell

Rotten Egg Smell in Well Water: Causes and Solutions

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Rusty anode rod near a well with sulfur fumes and dramatic lighting.

Rotten egg smell well water treatment starts with diagnosing whether the sulfur odor comes from your water heater or your well itself. The rotten egg smell from your faucet could mean a $50 anode rod replacement or a $3,000 hydrogen sulfide treatment system, and most homeowners waste money guessing wrong. Key Takeaways:• Hot-water-only sulfur smell … Read more

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