rusty hot water

[amichael]

We have rusty hot water. The water is from a well. The cold side is clear. We have replaced the hot water tank. The plumbing is all copper.could the pressure tank be contaminated? What should I try to clear this up. We use 'red out' mortons water softner salt. We also have a charcoal filter as well as a regular softner. Thanks form any help.
amicheal

 

[Cacher_Chick]

If it is really rust, and it is really only in the hot water, then it must be coming from the water heater or piping between the water heater and the faucet. Even a single iron pipe nipple can cause rust in the system.

If it were coming from the pressure tank, it would affect the cold water also.