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 Sarasota

Why Does My Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs in Southwest Florida?

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 Sarasota is the best water treatment company in Southwest Florida with over 993 4.8-Stars Google Reviews.

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Excellence service and quality.
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Visit to replace R/O filters was quick and efficient
Jared Parmer installed my bottom loading water dispenser & it was malfunctioning so he brought a brand new one out to me & installed it which I am very happy with. Hot, cold and room temperature water for the cats, what more can you ask for. He is punctual, comes when he says he is and notifies me if he's going to be late or early. Excellent service and a great product at a great price!!!
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Personable, competent, explained what he had checked and why .
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I would like to commend Jared Parmer for his outstanding service during delivery. Jared was exceptionally well‑informed, courteous, and professional throughout the entire process. He took the time to set up everything I needed for future deliveries. His clear explanations, patience, and willingness to assist made the experience smooth and stress‑free. Jared’s dedication to excellent customer service is evident, and I am very pleased to have him as my delivery professional. He represents the company with exceptional professionalism and care.
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11/2021 We recently upgraded our system to a whole house filtration with reverse osmosis drinking water. Chad Czerney took excellent care of us as always! He answered all of our questions and explained everything thoroughly. He was able to get us installed within 2 days. The installer, Josh, that came out was very professional and polite. The installation went smoothly. We love our new system. We now have better tasting water and most importantly safe drinking water!2017So happy to have met Chad Czerney who helped us get the perfect water service for our house. He is extremely knowledgable and explained exactly what to expect. The water is the best I have tasted and I will be referring others to your company and Chad. Thank you Culligan man!!
Exceptional people skills and knowledge. Both representatives—Sara and Josh—possessed these attributes. Appointments were timely and incredibly convenient for our schedule.
Jared Parmer At Culligan water is great!
Wonderful experience with Sara the sales rep and installer. Very professional and knowledgeable. Our families skin is doing better just a couple weeks after having everything done. What a difference. Wish we did it sooner.
James Dolan is the best culligan man alive. Period. He was my tech and represented the company professionally and I will continue to do business with Culligan
Highly recommend Culligan, especially James! He handled our whole-home system installation flawlessly and keeps us stocked with salt bags. We are realtors, so we see a lot of service professionals—James is top-tier, and we give his name to all of our clients.
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Our experience both in business and personally has been excellent, nothing short of the best treatment. I would recommend to anyone .
James D. was our service technician last week, and we greatly appreciate his knowledge and help with our failing Water Softener system. Great staff, punctual, and quick turnaround. Highly recommend their services.
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This is our second time around with this company as we had moved and didn't need them for three years and now we're back with them and we could not be more pleased with their customer service and always helpful on the phone. There charges and fees are all updated via email Always return calls and extremely friendly on the phone and helpful thank you. Culligan man and women.!
Recently had to relocate and have my rental equipment removed due to unforeseen events. Called the office and spoke to Rhonda. She was kind, professional, explained the process, she didn’t even know I was going through anything. When I got off the phone I was smiling! Easy process all in one call because of Rhonda. it was refreshing! Love my Culligan and Rhonda’s the best! When I get back I’m calling her again!
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We have been long time Culligan users and very happy with their operation. We recently upgraded to the smart system which we can control the bypass via our cell phones. This is a game changer for us and allows is to bypass the system while watering our plants, etc. without having to manually change the bypass every-time.Megan is a wonderful customer relation specialist and we would recommend her to anyone looking to add or update their system.
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