
How to Tell If Your Irrigation Water Has Iron
The signs, why clear water can still stain, and what an iron test result means.

Pinellas County · Tampa Bay team
We remove sprinkler rust from Tarpon Springs homes, communities and businesses, and install prevention systems on properties that irrigate from wells.
Tarpon Springs is known for its historic Sponge Docks along Dodecanese Boulevard, its Greek heritage, and the bayous and waterfront homes that run through the city.
The City of Tarpon Springs provides reclaimed water, but because of supply and distribution limits it's available only in some areas of the city. Many other properties irrigate from private wells, which is where the orange usually comes from. We'll test your water for free to confirm.
Water source information from Pinellas County reclaimed water information and the City of Tarpon Springs.
Homes around Spring Bayou and the city's bayous, with walls, walks and fences near the irrigation.
Neighborhoods east of the historic district with vinyl fencing, pavers and HOA common areas.
Shops near the Sponge Docks and commercial frontage along US-19 and Alternate 19.
Tarpon Springs is served by our Tampa Bay team, based in Seminole.
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After[Rust Busters was] a lifesaver!! I did a big landscaping project for my animal hospital and the irrigation that was installed caused iron staining all over my property. Luckily, [they were] able to remove all the staining and install a system into my well so the iron could be contained, preventing any future staining! [They were] very professional … and incredibly kind to my entire staff. Would highly recommend working with this company!!! They also have great, affordable pricing.
I have had the opportunity to work with [Rust Busters] and collaborate with [them] on many projects. Friendly, courteous, and dependable. So much of Florida water has a rust problem coming through irrigation systems that creates an eyesore for the owner. After installing new paver driveways for people, no one wants to see rust on their pavers and so we refer [Rust Busters].
[Rust Busters was] very accommodating. The service and [their] workmanship is a 5 star. I highly recommend [them].

The signs, why clear water can still stain, and what an iron test result means.

A short owner's checklist, the changes to tell us about, and what not to touch.

Planning community-wide removal and prevention across sidewalks, curbs and common areas.
No. The city's reclaimed water reaches only some areas. Properties outside those areas often irrigate from wells, which is where iron staining comes from.
Yes. We remove rust from storefronts, walkways and signs, scheduled around business hours.
Yes. Tarpon Springs is in our Tampa Bay service area. We remove rust from driveways, walks, pavers, fences, walls and signs, and install prevention systems on properties that irrigate from iron-rich wells.
Send us a few photos of the staining or book a free water test. We'll tell you what removal involves and whether prevention makes sense for your property.