Have you ever poured a glass of water and seen hundreds of tiny bubbles in the glass, maybe even a milky color?  After a minute, the water clears up from the bottom to the top, and then the glass of water looks normal.  The cloudy water is due to tiny air bubbles in the water.  These small air bubbles are entirely harmless and do not pose a health risk.

These tiny air bubbles occur because the water entering your home is under pressure, and air (tiny bubbles) will show because there is less atmospheric pressure than when traveling in a pipe.  Another cause is cooler weather.  When water travels underground and enters your home, the temperature change can create tiny air bubbles.

Also, tiny bubbles are present because water is pressurized in your pipes to a degree.  The water under pressure holds more air than water that is not pressurized.  Once a glass is filled with water, the water is no longer under pressure, and the air comes out of solution in the form of bubbles.

Don’t be alarmed when you pour the next glass of water and see tiny air bubbles.  Let the water sit for a minute and clear up.  There are other potential reasons for cloudy, milky water, and if your water does not clear up, it is best to contact us or call (815) 385-3093 to discuss your situation.