Public water supplies are tested frequently for contaminants, and suppliers are required to provide test results to their customers annually. If you are on a public water supply (whether municipal or a small community system), get and read a copy of the test report (Consumer Confidence Report).

• EPA Consumer Confidence Reports (link)

1. 1. Click: "Where You Live"
   2. Select State and local County, Town, City at bottom. (or)
   3. Enter Local water municipality name if known.
   4. Click Search

• Contact smaller local municipalities for Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR)

Testing of a private water supply is generally the responsibility of the property owner. Private water supplies should always be tested before a home is purchased and whenever a new water supply is being developed.

• The New York State Department of Health provides a list of Certified Commercial Laboratories that can test for a variety of potential water contaminants.
  • ELAP Certified Commercial Labs (link)
• Local Water testing (Bacteria)
  • J Meyers Water Services Inc. – (518) 263-4333
    • 7974 Main Street, Hunter, NY
  • Adirondack Environmental Services, Inc. - (518) 434-4546
    
    • 314 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY