Tap water quality for ZIP 13826
5 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
What this means for you in ZIP 13826
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Village of Windsor 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 Village of Windsor
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.
Copper
NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)NSF/ANSI 53 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 → APEC Essence ROES-50 ~$220–230
Classic under-sink RO; confirm NSF/ANSI 58 certification for your model.
View on APEC → Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage Under Sink ~$280–350
Under-sink carbon filter; check its listing for lead and PFOA/PFOS claims.
View on Aquasana → Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42 Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
Search on Amazon → Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
View on Brita → 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
ANo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
ANo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
BNo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 15 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
ANo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2022).
ANo health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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