WSP Whole House Iron & Sulfur Filter - Bacteria Slime

If your water leaves orange-brown stains on fixtures or clothing, or smells like rotten eggs when you run a tap, the WSP Whole House Iron & Sulfur Filter is designed to help reduce these issues. It treats iron and sulfur problems that cause staining and odor throughout your home’s water supply.

The problem you're dealing with

You've noticed orange or brown rings in your toilet tank, rusty stains in sinks, or a persistent reddish tint on your laundry. Maybe your shower water smells faintly like rotten eggs, especially when it’s hot. These signs point to iron and sulfur compounds in your water that are staining surfaces and causing unpleasant odors you can’t wash away.

Why this happens

Iron in water comes from natural deposits or corroding pipes, and sulfur often shows up as hydrogen sulfide gas, which smells like rotten eggs. Iron bacteria can create slimy buildup in your pipes and fixtures. The key test to confirm this is a simple water analysis for iron and sulfur levels. The presence of slime or a distinct sulfur smell usually points to iron bacteria combined with sulfur compounds.

What it costs you to leave it

Iron staining and sulfur odors don’t just look and smell bad. Over time, these issues can shorten the lifespan of your water heater by creating scale or buildup. Soap and detergent won’t lather as well, so you end up using more and spending more on cleaning supplies. Appliances that rely on water may struggle or fail sooner, and the time spent scrubbing stains only grows as deposits become harder to remove.

How this system helps

This system works by drawing air into the water to trigger oxidation, a natural process that changes dissolved iron and sulfur into solid particles. These particles are then filtered out in the system’s tank. The media inside the tank is specially designed to speed up this oxidation and capture iron bacteria and slime, breaking the cycle that causes staining and odors. The system backwashes itself regularly, flushing the trapped material to the drain without your intervention.

What this system can handle

The WSP Whole House Iron & Sulfur Filter is built to treat water with iron bacteria, slimy buildup, and sulfur-related odors. It manages iron and sulfur concentrations that cause visible staining and noticeable smells, keeping your entire home’s water clearer and fresher. The system handles typical household water use before it needs to backwash, keeping maintenance low. It’s larger and more capable than basic filters, designed for whole-house treatment rather than point-of-use fixes.

What you actually get

This is a complete system including the control valve, an air-injection oxidizing tank, and the catalytic media matched to your water chemistry. Included in the price are a bypass valve so you can isolate the filter for servicing without interrupting your water supply, and 10 feet of discharge hose to connect the system to a drain. The tank itself carries a lifetime warranty, and the control valve and electronics are covered under the manufacturer’s standard warranty.

Is this the right size for you?

This system fits households looking for whole-house treatment of iron bacteria and sulfur odor issues. If your water problems are minor or you only need treatment at a single faucet, a smaller or different type of filter might suit better. Conversely, if your home has exceptionally high iron or sulfur levels or very heavy water usage, consult with our sizing experts to see if a larger setup is necessary.

Living with it

The system requires minimal routine maintenance. It backwashes automatically according to water usage, so you don’t have to trigger it yourself. Periodically, you’ll want your plumber to check the system during regular home maintenance to ensure it’s running well. The included bypass valve makes servicing straightforward without shutting off water to your home.

What it won't do

This filter reduces iron bacteria and sulfur-related stains and odors but doesn’t soften hard water or remove other contaminants like chlorine, lead, or sediment. If those are concerns, a separate water softener or additional filtration might be needed. It also doesn’t treat bacteria that cause health risks; for microbiological contamination, a different system is necessary.

Why buy it from us

Water Softener Plus (WSP) offers this system with genuine, serviceable parts rather than sealed disposable units. We ship from Tampa with free U.S. shipping included in the price. Since we size each system for your water, you get expert advice and a setup that matches your needs. The tank has a lifetime warranty, and you have a 90-day money-back guarantee for peace of mind.

Included with this system

• Lifetime warranty on the tank. The control valve and electronics carry the manufacturer's own warranty.
• Bypass valve included, so the system can be isolated for service while water keeps running to the house.
• 10 feet of discharge hose for the drain line.

Specifications

What this system handles

• Orange-brown iron staining
• Rotten-egg sulfur smell
• Rust rings in toilets and tubs
• Staining on laundry

The next step

Order your WSP Whole House Iron & Sulfur Filter today to start reducing stains and odors in your water supply. Our sizing experts are ready to help if you need advice before buying.