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Arizona well water problem / Blue-Green Stains from Well Water
Blue-Green Stains from Well Water in Arizona
Blue or green stains appear around drains and fixtures. For Arizona private wells, the safest path is to match the symptom with lab testing before choosing treatment.
Likely causes
- Low pH
- Copper pipe corrosion
- Aggressive water
What to do next
- Treat low pH before corrosion worsens
- Run first-draw metals testing
- Consider an acid neutralizer
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