Using discolored water for laundry may also stain some clothing. For more information on these and other questions, please go to Customer Service FAQ . These algae can produce earthy, musty, medicinal, or cucumber-like tastes and odors in the water. As the amount of algae begins to increase, we may add copper sulfate to the water to kill it or we may draw water from a deeper part of the reservoir, where algae do not normally grow. If this happens, we anticipate that most of these algae-related tastes and odors will disappear.
Cloudy water is saturated with air.
If you draw a glass of water and allow it to sit undisturbed, you can see tiny air bubbles rising to the surface. Air in the water does not pose a health risk. Please let us know if you notice air in your water or if your plumbing starts to make noise. Consumers with dogs and cats often inquire about the appearance of black or pink growths in their pet's water bowl. These growths come from various types of mold in the air - not the water.