Does your water smell like a damp basement or a forgotten jar of pickles? That’s often mold or algae growing in your plumbing, especially in areas with low use—like a guest bathroom or a sink you never touch.
This one is sneaky because the smell can come and go. One day it’s fine, the next it’s like you’re drinking from a pond. Gross, right?
Smelly Water: Causes and Remedies - Pure Water Systems NV
Fix it by running all your taps on full blast for a few minutes to flush out the standing water. Then, shock your system with a diluted bleach solution—but only if you have municipal water (check your local rules, dude).
