Did you know that your water system is required by the EPA to sample customers' homes for lead and copper every three years? Customer participation is appreciated to help us comply with government regulations and monitor our water quality. While these contaminants are not in our source water, they can enter. tap water through the corrosion of older household plumbing materials. Historically, our values for lead and copper are low and meet drinking water standards. However, our water system is now required under drinking water regulations to send surveys to all customers asking that they complete and return the survey form below.
1. Was your home built between 1982 and 1989?
1982-1989: Why this time frame?
The EPA focuses on these years because of the Lead and Copper Rule in the Code of Federal Regulations. However, if we do not have enough homes to inspect between 1982 and 1989, you may be contacted. If you don't know your home's
age, check your property tax information or other documents.
2. Has your kitchen undergone a major remodel or do you plan on having one in the next 3 years?
3. Do you have a water filter installed in your house or kitchen?
Note: Your water is safe to drink and meets EPA drinking water standards without filtering.
4. Do you have a water softener installed in your house or kitchen?
Note: Softening is a matter of customer preference, not safety.
5. What type of plumbing materials are used for your outside water service line from your water meter to the point of entry into your home?
6. What type of pipe is your house plumbed with?
