Manganese In Water

Remove manganese from your Minneapolis–St. Paul home’s water. Prevent stains and bad taste with expert testing and custom whole-house filtration from Northern Benjamin Franklin Plumbing.

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Expert Manganese In Water for Twin Cities Homeowners

Manganese in Water

Manganese occurs naturally in Minnesota soil and groundwater, so it turns up regularly here rather than being a sign something has gone wrong. At the levels typically found in our area it is regarded as an aesthetic problem rather than a health risk.

What it does is stain. Black or brown marks on laundry, sinks, tubs and fixtures are the usual complaint, along with taste and clarity, and over time it builds up inside plumbing and appliances.

A standard softener captures some manganese at low levels. Higher levels need treatment aimed at it specifically, which is why we test before recommending equipment.

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What's Included

  • Testing to confirm manganese and measure the level

  • A Brita PRO system specified for your water

  • Treatment that protects fixtures, laundry and appliances from staining

  • Filter and media servicing to keep the system effective

  • Advice on whether other minerals need addressing at the same time

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Signs You Need This Service

Don't wait for a failure. Watch for these critical warning signs that your plumbing system is struggling.

Black or brown staining

In sinks, tubs and on fixtures, and it returns after cleaning.

Laundry coming out marked

Dark specks or general dinginess that detergent does not shift.

A bitter or metallic taste

Noticeable in drinking water and in anything brewed.

Dark specks in the water

Particles releasing from buildup inside the plumbing.

Discoloured water on first draw

After the house sits, what settled in the pipes comes out first.

You are on a private well

Wells in Minnesota soil turn up manganese regularly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is manganese common in Minnesota water? +
It occurs naturally in Minnesota soil and groundwater, so it turns up regularly in our region rather than being a sign that something has gone wrong. At low levels it is not a health concern, but it does make itself known.
What does manganese do to my home? +
It stains. Black or brown marks on laundry, sinks, tubs and fixtures are the usual complaint, and it can affect the taste and clarity of the water. Left alone it also builds up inside plumbing and appliances over time.
Will a standard softener take care of it? +
Sometimes, at low levels, since ion exchange can capture some manganese. Higher levels usually need treatment aimed at manganese specifically. The test result decides it, which is why we run one before recommending equipment.
Is it dangerous to drink? +
At the low levels typically found in our area, manganese is regarded as an aesthetic problem rather than a health risk. It is the staining, taste and buildup that make people want it dealt with.

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