Does Your Water Smell Like Sulfur or Rotten Eggs?

Find out how to fix this problem, quickly–with the help of your friendly Culligan Man

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There’s a reason Culligan Water Pros is the best water treatment company in Blue Ridge Region with over 400 4.6-Stars Google Reviews.

We have consistently received good service whenever we've had an issue with our water softener (which isn't often). We are happy with the water quality - no complaints!
For more than 20 years, reliable and timely. That’s here in East Tennessee. In fact, our family has been a customer of Culligan since 1953 in Inglewood CA. Always good service and capable people. We have well water now and the water softener makes things nicer, shower, laundry, dishwasher, vehicle wash etc.
great service and very nice guys !!!
Good place to do business with and they will treat you right.
This is an exceptional service . They set up and maintain the service . Employees are informative and helpful. The company has great communication always letting you know when your next appointment is and following up the day before with a reminder . Would highly recommend!
This is a great company to do business with. They say what they do and do what they say.
Very Good Customer Service> They call in advance of Delivery Days and Reps are always professional, prompt and courteous. A +++
Great service, always on time, very professional and quick. Consistent quality product.
Every technician that has come to my home starting with the gentleman who installed it and the ones who serviced it every couple of months are always friendly and always professional. It’s a pleasure to have them in my home.
I installed my own softener twice. First one gave out. Replaced it. Resin needed replaced due to over chlorination of water. Did that. Was about to do it again.It is less expensive to rent from Culligan than to replace resin or softeners every two years... Even if you can do it yourself...
Reliable and dependable. I was a new customer and wasn't actually on the calendar as due for water yet, but got a phone call asking while he was in the area, could he help me in any way, and it worked out because I actually needed two bottles. Thank you so much. I also love up a very long steep drive way and he delivers them right to my door. Merry Christmas!
Amazing and knowledgeable staff, quick response, Very friendly staff.
I am a new customer so nothing to add yet but am happy with the company so far.
Fast delivery.. Trucks can park on shoulder beside building .. cul-de-sac turnaround at end of street!
I have gotten Culligan water at home and work for years. My place of employment closed recently and I wasn’t going to be able to get water delivered because they didn’t deliver to my house. I talked to customer service and they are now delivering to my home. That is amazing with wonderful customer service.
Requested 8 five gallon water bottles and they were delivered directly to our residents very timely.
Great water after treatment and great service!
These folks are the best. From the receptionists to the actual bottle guys. I ran out of water early and they did their best to replenish me as quickly as possible. My son and I thank you!
I have never had an issue with the service. System works great
We have been Culligan customers as long as we have been homeowners - over 40 years. They do what they say they do. Our water quality is the best. Their technicians and delivery people are very professional, courteous, and eager to answer any questions you may have in a manner that you will understand.
Great service
They keep my soft water system working.
Love Culligan! Awesome tasting water along with amazing customer service, how could you go wrong?
A great service. No hassles, no issues.
They respond quickly and don't try to sell you something you don't need. The installation was great with no mess left. Equipment and pricing are very good.
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Usually, if your water smells like sulfur or rotten eggs, the reason is because your water has high Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) content.

H2S is a gas that is released from the earth and finds its way into groundwater. It’s especially common in well water located near shale, sandstone, coal, peat, or oil.

(Occasionally, a rotten-egg smell in your water could also be caused by a water heater or by sewage pollution in your water. If you’re on city water, the most likely explanation is your water heater.)

A rotten-egg smell in your water may be strongest right after turning the water on, as heat forces the gas out of the water and into the air
H2S dissolves in water to create a weak acid that can corrode metal pipes

Negative Effects of H2S

In addition to potential health risks, having H2S in your water can cause all sorts of annoying problems. H2S in your water can:

  • Cause coffee and tea to be discolored and taste funny
  • Corrode metals (steel, copper, iron, brass), including silverware
  • Cause foods cooked with water to taste “off”
  • Create yellow or black stains in your bathroom and kitchen 

How Do You Fix It?

Here at Culligan, you can find everything you need to get rid of H2S and that sulfur/rotten-egg smell from your water.

The first step we have to take is to test your water, so we can be sure of the real cause of the rotten-egg smell.

Fortunately, here at Culligan we offer this service free. One of our water experts will come to your home to test the water (you can’t send it away to a laboratory because H2S is a gas and could dissipate during transport) and let you know the source of your rotten-egg smell. You’re under no obligation whatsoever. 

Culligan water treatment systems can completely remove the rotten-egg smell from your water

To get in contact with us and schedule your free water test, just fill out this quick form to contact us: