I am worried about PFAS, or I am on a private well
Forever chemicals near a contamination source, or untested well water.
PFAS are not removed by standard filters and need a specific lab test. The right EPA method depends on the sample type; for drinking water, methods 533 and 537.1 are standard. Private wells are not covered by public water testing, so they need their own panel.
What to do
- Use a dedicated PFAS drinking-water test (EPA method 533 or 537.1).
- On a well, also run a general panel for bacteria, nitrate, and metals.
- If PFAS results are high, choose treatment proven to reduce PFAS.
Where to go next
Mail-in and at-home kits plus certified labs to test drinking and well water for PFAS, lead, bacteria, nitrate, hardness, and more.
Filters and treatment systems matched to specific contaminants, for after your results come back.
Official locators for accredited labs. The national ones (EPA, NELAP, A2LA, AIHA) let you search any state, plus selected state programs.
Requirements by state, accredited labs and inspectors, and compliance guidance.
General information to help you find the right test and an accredited lab. This is not medical, legal, or safety advice. For a confirmed exposure or a health concern, talk to a qualified professional, and always confirm a lab's current accreditation with the certifying body.
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