Why is my faucet water orange?
Why is my faucet water orange? When cast iron and lead pipes corrode over time, rust and other pipe materials flake off into the water. Iron and manganese produce an orange-to-brown color, while lead may make the water darker and include tiny particles. Why is my water orange when I first turn it on? If you notice a stream of red, brown or orange water coming from any of your water faucets, this usually indicates the presence of iron or manganese, meaning your old cast iron pipes are rusted. This color water will also affect the taste and color of...