Tap water quality for ZIP 03885
14 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 03885
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Aquarion Water/Nh has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
- What kind of filter?
- For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.
Filters matched to Aquarion Water/Nh
FILTER PICKS
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
PFOA
NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
View on Aquasana → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
View on Clearly Filtered → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
PFOS
NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
View on Aquasana → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
View on Clearly Filtered → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
View on Brita → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →
Water systems for this ZIP
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Aquarion Water/Nh
Serves 34,000 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Montrose Condos
Serves 210 people · Groundwater · Full report →
7 health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Salt River Condos
Serves 195 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Thornhill Condos
Serves 175 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Glengarry Condos
Serves 171 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Chisholm Farm
Serves 168 people · Groundwater · Full report →
1 health-based violation in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Stratham Green Condos
Serves 150 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Peninsula at Winding Brook
Serves 128 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Vineyards
Serves 111 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Muirfield Cluster
Serves 69 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Jewett Hill
Serves 55 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Stonearch Condo Assn/Kirkwall
Serves 52 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Stratham Woods
Serves 38 people · Groundwater · Full report →
4 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 3 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file.
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Lamington Hill
Serves 35 people · Groundwater · Full report →
9 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 7 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile ABOVE the action level (2023).
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