PFHxS in Ohio well water
In Ohio, 0% of 98 tested private well samples exceeded the EPA limit for PFHxS (10 ng/L).
PFHxS comes mainly from firefighting foam and persists in the body longer than most PFAS. It is linked to thyroid and immune effects. Wells near airports, fire stations and training grounds are most at risk.
Check your PFHxS number
Type the value from your lab report. It is compared to the EPA limit, the same way the full interpretation does it.
Test your Ohio well for PFHxS
Certified lab analysis of your own tap water, bottles and prepaid return shipping included. The Essential well panel covers arsenic, uranium, nitrate, lead, copper, manganese, iron, sodium and bacteria; radon and PFAS are add-ons.
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Systems that remove PFHxS
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For PFHxS
Under-sink reverse osmosis system
under-sink or countertop, about $300
Look for NSF/ANSI 58 certification listing the contaminant you need removed.
For PFHxS
Whole-house PFAS carbon system
whole-house, at the point of entry, about $3,000
Granular activated carbon certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for PFOA and PFOS; replace media on schedule.
For PFHxS
Aquasana HealthShield whole-house filter
whole-house, at the point of entry, about $2,099
Whole-house carbon system the maker certifies to reduce PFAS (PFOA and PFOS) and VOCs at every tap; a UV option adds bacteria protection.
Rather have it installed and sized for your well? Book a free in-home water test with a licensed local company.
Where to get a well tested for PFHxS in Ohio: certified labs, state programs and prices.
By county, from individual samples
Public monitoring samples against the EPA limit (10 ng/L); counties with at least 30 samples.
| County | Above EPA limit | Samples | Detected | Median | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 73 | 8% | 0 | 7 ng/L |
Sources
- Individual samples from the USGS Water Quality Portal and state monitoring, summarized per geography. PFHxS counts and shares are listed on each county and town page with their sources.
Analysis: PFAS in private wells: known sources versus routine testing, from the same public records.