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Using Regional Data to Understand PFAS in Your Water

When considering PFAS treatment for your home in Jacksonville, it’s important to begin with understanding what the government’s sampling of Duval County’s public water system can and cannot tell you. The available data reflects the collective quality of groundwater drawn for the system serving many households, not the specific PFAS levels in your own tap water. Without a direct water test from your residence, the regional data is an initial guide rather than a definitive statement about your water quality.

Steps to Clarify PFAS Concerns: From Basic Checks to Laboratory Analysis

To decide on an appropriate PFAS treatment, start with simple, cost-effective measures. Check if your water source is connected to the public water system serving Jacksonville or if you use a private well, as this affects exposure. Next, consider general water quality reports provided by your water supplier. If questions remain, arrange for a certified laboratory test of your household water specifically for PFAS compounds, as only such a test can confirm your own water’s condition.

Interpreting Median, Range, and Detection Terms in Government PFAS Reports

The EPA’s unregulated contaminant monitoring results for the JEA Major Grid system report several PFAS compounds. Most compounds, including PFOA, PFOS, and others, were not detected above reporting levels throughout numerous samples. A few detections occurred for PFPeA, with concentrations ranging from 0.003 to 0.0068 micrograms per liter. The term "detected" means the substance was measured at or above the instrument’s reporting level, not that it presents a violation or safety issue. The median indicates the middle value among detected results, giving a sense of typical concentration when present.

Sources and Movement of PFAS in Duval County’s Groundwater

PFAS compounds can enter groundwater through industrial activities, firefighting foam use, and environmental persistence in soil and water. In Duval County, the public water system primarily draws groundwater, so understanding local environmental factors and past uses that might contribute to PFAS presence is relevant. The nature of these compounds means they can remain in groundwater for extended periods, making monitoring important for ongoing assessment.

Sample Size and Its Impact on Confidence in the Data

The water quality record for the JEA Major Grid includes 62 samples collected between 2024 and 2025. This sample size provides a reasonable basis to characterize regional PFAS levels within the public water system. However, localized variation can occur, so while the data offers a useful overview, it does not replace testing of individual household water. Especially for compounds with few detections, the limited range of measurements means some uncertainty remains at the local level.

Selecting a Treatment to Match Your Water Use and Needs

Once you have clarified your household’s water demand and tested your water, the Fleck PFAS Forever Chemicals Filter is designed to address PFAS compounds effectively for residential use. It ships ready to configure, offering a reliable option to reduce PFAS concentrations based on your specific household needs documented through testing. Choosing the right treatment depends on both your water characteristics and daily consumption, guiding you toward an effective solution for managing PFAS in your home water.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2025-09-23. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA UCMR5 monitoring (2023-2025) for JEA MAJOR GRID (FL2161328), FL: 620 results across 10 listed contaminants, 4 detections above the reporting level; compared with the applicable federal MCL, none above