A strong bleach smell after a storm usually means the utility boosted chlorination. The higher dose protects the supply, and it clears with aeration.
The boost
Utilities raise chlorine after storms to protect the supply from contamination. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the boost follows the event.
The safety
The higher dose is intentional and within safe limits. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the utility monitors the level.
The smell
The stronger chlorine shows as a bleach smell at the tap. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the smell is strongest right after the boost.
The aeration
Letting the water sit or running it through a filter clears the smell. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, a pitcher left open helps.
The test
A free-chlorine test shows the level in the normal range. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, the test reassures.
The filter
Carbon filtration removes the chlorine taste and smell. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Lombard, a pro can install the filter.
The call
Understand the post-storm dose. Call 888-217-3585 and Lombard Plumbing Pros will match you with a Lombard pro if it persists.
Plumbing in Lombard: what to know
In Lombard, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across DuPage County — from Villa Park, Glen Ellyn and Addison to ZIP codes like 60148, 60181, 60137 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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