Here’s the thing: your water company is required to test for contaminants. Brown water from rust is usually not a health hazard. It just looks and tastes like you’re drinking from a puddle.
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But if it’s black or smells like fuel, call a plumber immediately. That could be broken sewer lines or chemical spills. Also, if you have well water, skip all this—you might need a new filter or a pump issue.
For everyone else: give it 24 hours. Flush your pipes. Run a load of laundry (on cold, obviously) to clear the line. If it doesn’t fix itself, call your water utility and ask: “Hey, did you flush a hydrant? Because I’m drinking your mud, and I’d like a refund.”
