[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by redwitch

Have had that issue in a couple of homes. It seems to come from lack of use. Once water has been used regularly or every faucet turned and letting water run for quite awhile seems to take care of the problem. Usually takes two weeks to a month of good, daily usage to solve the issue. It really doesn't seem to matter if hot or cold water, so I don't think the water heater is the cause.

I agree the lack of use is the problem. We are in Sumter County also -- south of 466A. While we have an Eco Water System -- absolutely the best although not inexpensive -- that we brought with us from our last house, we have not hooked it up because we don't find any problem with our water. We drink it right from the faucet.

I would hook up a hose to your water heater and let all the water run out. It's probably a good idea anyway because I'm sure the previous owner never did that; most homeowners never do. Everyone should do that periodically because you will see a good bit of sediment come out from the bottom of the tank. That will also prolong the life of your water heater.