Orange or brown water from a well means iron — one of the most common water quality problems in Southern Maryland. Even low iron levels (0.3 mg/L) stain fixtures, laundry, and appliances. High iron (3+ mg/L) can clog pipes and water treatment equipment. The fix depends on your iron level and form (ferrous vs. ferric iron). We test on-site and recommend the right treatment — iron filter, water softener with iron removal, or an oxidizing filter for high iron levels.