Tired of Iron Stains and Rotten Egg Odors? Meet the New AO Smith Iron Filter
If you have well water in Ohio, chances are you've dealt with some frustrating water quality issues. Orange stains in sinks and toilets, black staining on fixtures, metallic tasting water, or that unmistakable rotten egg smell can make everyday water use unpleasant.
The good news is that Clean Water Ohio now offers the new AO Smith Iron Filter, an advanced whole-home filtration system designed specifically to tackle some of the most common well water problems found throughout Ohio.
What Problems Does the AO Smith Problem Water Filter Solve?
The AO Smith AirCat system is designed to reduce:
- Iron
- Manganese
- Hydrogen Sulfide (Rotten Egg Odor)
- Certain nuisance well water contaminants
- Mildly acidic water when equipped with a calcite blend
The system uses a unique air injection process that oxidizes dissolved contaminants, allowing them to be filtered and removed without the use of harsh chemicals.
No Chemicals Required
One of the biggest advantages of the AirCat system is that it operates without chemical feed pumps, chlorine injection, peroxide injection, or other chemical treatment methods commonly used for problem well water.
Instead, the system uses an air charge chamber and Greensand Plus filtration media to naturally oxidize and remove contaminants from your water supply. This means lower maintenance, fewer consumables, and environmentally friendly operation.
However, If you have severe iron or sulfur issues, you still might have to look at chemical injection to solve your issues.
How the AirCat Technology Works
The AirCat creates an air pocket inside the treatment tank. As water passes through the system, dissolved iron, manganese, and sulfur compounds react with oxygen and are converted into particles that can be captured by the filtration media.
The Greensand Plus media contains a manganese dioxide coating that acts as a catalyst, helping efficiently remove iron and manganese while maintaining long-term performance. During regeneration, the system uses air and water to clean itself and flush contaminants away.
Say Goodbye to Iron Stains
Iron is one of the most common well water concerns in Ohio.
Even relatively low levels of iron can cause:
- Orange staining in sinks and bathtubs
- Rust-colored toilet rings
- Stained laundry
- Clogged plumbing fixtures
- Metallic tasting water
The AO Smith AirCat is specifically designed to reduce soluble iron before it reaches your home's plumbing system, helping protect fixtures and improve water quality throughout the home.
Eliminate Rotten Egg Smells
Hydrogen sulfide gas is responsible for the sulfur odor often described as a "rotten egg smell."
Many homeowners notice this odor most when:
- Running hot water
- Taking showers
- Washing clothes
- Using dishwashers
The AirCat system helps reduce hydrogen sulfide through oxidation and filtration, leaving water smelling cleaner and fresher.
Quiet Operation and Smart Design
AO Smith designed the AirCat with homeowner convenience in mind.
The system includes:
- Advanced diagnostic and history screens
- User-friendly programming
- Low operating costs
- Patented "Inch Worm" technology that slowly releases air during backwash cycles
This unique feature helps eliminate the loud bursts of air and drain line thrashing commonly associated with many air injection systems.
A Complete Well Water Solution
Many homeowners pair the AO Smith AirCat Iron Filter with an AO Smith water softener to create a complete whole-home water treatment solution.
Together, these systems can address:
- Iron staining
- Sulfur odors
- Hard water scale buildup
- Appliance protection
- Better tasting and cleaner water throughout the home
Is the AO Smith AirCat Right for Your Water?
Every well is different. The best way to determine whether an AirCat Iron Filter is right for your home is with professional water testing.
At Clean Water Ohio, we provide free water testing and consultations to identify iron, sulfur, manganese, hardness, pH concerns, and other common well water issues.
If you're dealing with staining, odors, or problem well water, contact Clean Water Ohio today to schedule your free water test and learn whether the new AO Smith AirCat Iron Filter is the right solution for your home.
Request your free consultation at www.cleanwaterohio.com or call 1-419-420-5939.