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Contaminants are showing up nationwide

Every sip of tap water may expose your family to harmful contaminants.

The Hidden Danger from Our Tap Water

  • Cancer

    81% of water systems have contaminants linked to cancer.

  • Cognitive Decline

    Microplastics in drinking water are linked to impaired brain function and memory.

  • Hormone Disruption

    Chemicals in tap water can interfere with thyroid function and hormonal balance.

  • Fertility Issues

    Even low levels of exposure to chromium-6 can cause problems with reproduction.

  • Developmental Delays

    As much as one-fifth of a child's exposure to lead comes from drinking water.

  • Digestive Issues

    Chlorine byproducts can disrupt gut health and digestive function.

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According to the Environmental Working Group.

Contaminants Lurking in your water

3 out 4 homes in the U.S. have tap water containing contaminants that exceed safe water limits, according to the Environmental Working Group.

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Forever Chemicals

Toxic 'forever chemicals' like PFOA & PFOS are linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and organ damage

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Microplastics

Plastic particles small enough cross the blood-brain barrier and potentially disrupt hormones

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Arsenic

A known carcinogen found in water nationwide—linked to multiple cancer types

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Lead

Leaches from old pipes; even low exposure can harm brain development in children

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Chlorine & Chloramines

Used to disinfect water, but can affect taste and pose health risks in high doses

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Nitrates & Nitrites

From farm runoff; high levels raise cancer risk and cause infant oxygen issues

What's In Your Tap Water?

Millions of Americans are drinking contaminated water with substances that can harm their health, often without knowing it.

165

million

Americans are exposed to "forever chemicals" like PFOA and PFOS—linked to immune system damage, hormone disruption, and fertility issues.

320+

contaminants

Substances including heavy metals, industrial runoff, and agricultural waste have been found in U.S. public water systems.

80%

of water systems

Most U.S. water systems contain pollutants associated with long-term health risks, including cancer and developmental disorders.

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Is it safe to drink out of plastic water bottles?

“Microplastics have been found in the brain, the
heart, even reproductive organs—turning bacteria
into antibiotic resistant superbugs.

If you're still going out and buying these crates of
bottled water all the time, you got to stop.”

Dr. Corey Hebert, M.D.

Dr. Corey Hebert, M.D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which water is safe to drink?

The safest option is properly filtered water using reverse osmosis or multi-stage purification systems that remove the widest range of contaminants—including forever chemicals, heavy metals, and microplastics.

Does my city’s water treatment plant already remove these contaminants?

No. Municipal water treatment makes water “safe enough” by legal standards, but doesn’t remove forever chemicals, many pharmaceuticals, microplastics, chromium-6, or hundreds of industrial and agricultural chemicals.

Why can’t my refrigerator filter remove forever chemicals and microplastics?

Fridge filters use basic carbon filtration designed mainly for taste and odor. They can’t remove dissolved contaminants like forever chemicals, arsenic, chromium-6, or microplastics because these require advanced filtration like reverse osmosis.

How do I know what’s actually in my tap water?

Enter your zip code in our water quality checker above to get an instant report on contaminants detected in your local water supply. Most Americans are surprised to learn their “safe” tap water contains dozens of harmful substances.

I use a pitcher filter — isn’t that enough to protect my family?

Many pitcher filters only remove chlorine, copper, and cadmium. They don’t touch forever chemicals, microplastics, arsenic, pharmaceuticals, or the majority of the 320+ contaminants found in U.S. tap water.

What’s the difference between carbon filtration and reverse osmosis?

Carbon filters absorb some chemicals and improve taste, but can’t remove dissolved solids or particles smaller than their pore size. Reverse osmosis physically blocks contaminants at the molecular level—removing up to 99.9% of dissolved metals, chemicals, and microplastics.

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*The contaminant results provided on this website are generated from a proprietary system that obtains data from water utilities across the country. Due to constant changes in data from these utilities, as well as ongoing changes to state and federal health authority guidelines, we do not guarantee the accuracy of the information reported. In some cases, the results may include contaminants reported from multiple water utilities that service your zip code but not your specific water utility. The report may also not include every contaminant that has been reported. For the most accurate results, you should contact your local water system directly.