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).
- Click: "Where You Live"
- Select State and local County, Town, City at bottom. (or)
- Enter Local water municipality name if known.
- 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.
- 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
- J Meyers Water Services Inc. – (518) 263-4333