
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 Gulfport homes, communities and businesses, and install prevention systems on properties that irrigate from wells.
Gulfport is a small waterfront city on Boca Ciega Bay, known for its arts district and historic waterfront along Beach Boulevard.
Gulfport's older cottages and waterfront homes stain only when their sprinklers draw from a private shallow well, which pulls up iron-bearing groundwater. If you're seeing orange on a porch, walk or fence near Boca Ciega Bay, we'll test the irrigation water for free to confirm the source.
Older homes with concrete walks, porches and fences near the irrigation.
Homes along Boca Ciega Bay with pavers, pool decks and walls in the spray.
Shops and restaurants in the waterfront district with landscaped frontage.
Gulfport 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.
Yes. Older concrete and walls can hold layered staining, which can take more than one treatment pass.
Yes. Gulfport is in our Tampa Bay service area.
Yes. Gulfport 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.