What causes water contamination?
Causes of Contamination are:- 1. Leaks in the pipes: Soil and groundwater may seep into leaking pipes especially when the pressure is low. 2. Rust in old pipes: Rust often gives the water a reddish or yellow stain. 3. Booster pump: The use of booster pumps creates more pressure in the pipes. This pressure can suck dirt into the pipes and contaminate the water. Booster pumps should never be connected directly after the water meter. The pump will draw in more water and reduce the supply in the community. It is also one of the leading causes for intrusion as its high pressures often draw in more than water through leaking and old pipes. 4. Illegal connections: These connections are not well constructed and will cause soil and mud to seep in. You must report any suspected illegal connections to Call Center Hotline of MC anytime. 5. Badly maintained tanks and water storage facilities: These are breeding grounds for serious contaminants so it is important that you clean your tanks regularly.
