Does Your Water Smell Like Sulfur or Rotten Eggs?

Find everything you need to get rid of H2S and that sulfur/rotten-egg smell from your water with Culligan of Topeka, KS

Why Does My Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs in Northeast Kansas?

Usually, if your water smells like sulfur or rotten eggs, the reason is because your water has high Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) content.

H2S is a gas that is released from the earth and finds its way into groundwater. It’s especially common in well water located near shale, sandstone, coal, peat, or oil.

(Occasionally, a rotten-egg smell in your water could also be caused by a water heater or by sewage pollution in your water. If you’re on city water, the most likely explanation is your water heater.)

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H2S dissolves in water to create a weak acid that can corrode metal pipes

Negative Effects of H2S

In addition to potential health risks, having H2S in your water can cause all sorts of annoying problems. H2S in your water can:

  • Cause coffee and tea to be discolored and taste funny
  • Corrode metals (steel, copper, iron, brass), including silverware
  • Cause foods cooked with water to taste “off”
  • Create yellow or black stains in your bathroom and kitchen 

How Do You Fix It?

Here at Culligan, you can find everything you need to get rid of H2S and that sulfur/rotten-egg smell from your water.

The first step we have to take is to test your water, so we can be sure of the real cause of the rotten-egg smell.

Fortunately, here at Culligan we offer this service free. One of our water experts will come to your home to test the water (you can’t send it away to a laboratory because H2S is a gas and could dissipate during transport) and let you know the source of your rotten-egg smell. You’re under no obligation whatsoever. 

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Culligan water treatment systems can completely remove the rotten-egg smell from your water

What our clients say

There’s a reason Culligan of Topeka, KS is the best water treatment company in Northeast Kansas with over 160 4.7-Stars Google Reviews.

JD was very knowledgeable and answered all questions both my wife and I had. He assisted in the removal of our old system and setting up the install for a new system at our new home. Would highly recommend
Had Culligan out today to see why my soft water system wasn’t functioning. I also had another issue nobody else could ever resolve after about 6 years. The technician Joe was sent to my home today to resolve my issues. After some investigating, he was able to determine what the problem was. He was absolutely amazing!! Very knowledgeable and determined to get an answer and a solution for me. Really appreciate his expertise and his willingness to find a solution.
Joe D. And MJ are the best. Truly the best to work with!
We hit the Jackpot when we got JoeD and MJ from Culligan. The two nicest guys you'll ever meet. Timely, polite, knowledgable experts in the field.They both deserve a raise!!
Joe D & MJ were my technicians today with installing my water softener. I just wanna start off by saying that Joe is phenomenal, very experienced very knowledgeable, he immediately knew something was off when shutting off my water, he knew right away that it had to do with my water pressure. Got it checked, realized that it is super high, way over the 80 psi that is safe. I went ahead and called a plumber to come out here today to get a PRV installed. They will have to come back out to finish all the installation. But I appreciate both of them being so thorough, bringing that to my attention, because as a newish, homeowner, I could tell something was off with my water pressure, but I didn’t know what to look for. So him pointing that out so I can get it addressed is huge. Thank you to Joe and MJ, as well as a shout out to Justin in this review. Everyone at Cullighan so far has been very thorough about explaining everything. It means a lot! 10 out of 10!
Joe installed our water softener and filter today. He was professional and very helpful. Highly recommend.
If I could give Joe Deupy more than five stars I would.. Such an honest representative of the company.. Culligan is lucky to have him as an employee.
Josh was very easy to work with and very knowledgeable. He made the entire process from the initial water test to the after install follow-up quick and easy. Differently recommend.
During a very stressful time of having no water in our house, Joe with Culligan Water of Northeast Kansas went above and beyond to help us. He was kind, dedicated, patient, and very clear in explaining things. He listened carefully, took the time to FaceTime with us to help figure out the plumbing issue, and truly cared about helping a stranger in need.Joe represented Culligan, a family-owned company, exceptionally well and was an outstanding face for the company. His professionalism, patience, and dedication did not go unnoticed. He deserves recognition, a raise, or at the very least a free dinner for the outstanding customer service he provided.Thank you again, Joe!! I truly appreciate all your time and help this last 24 hours.
Joe Depuy: Polite and helpful.Thank you,Tom Stevens
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