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Pickerington Hard Water

How Hard Is Pickerington Water?

Pickerington’s most recent water quality report doesn’t publish a hardness level, so the city doesn’t provide an official figure for how hard its water is. Pickerington’s water comes from five groundwater wells and is treated at the city’s water plant west of Diley Road. A free in-home water test is the easiest way to find out how hard the water at your tap is.

Where Can I Get A Water Quality Report?

You can access Pickerington’s annual Water Quality Report. This is also known as a consumer confidence report, and provides detailed data on the composition of your municipal water annually.

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Additional Information On Pickerington, OH Tap Water

Is Pickerington tap water safe to drink?

Yes. Pickerington’s drinking water meets federal and state drinking water standards. The city’s most recent water quality report lists no violations, and the system held an unconditioned license to operate.

Is Pickerington tap water hard?

Pickerington’s water quality report does not publish hardness data, so the city does not provide an official hardness level. Homeowners experiencing scale buildup, spotting on dishes, or soap performance issues can schedule a free in-home water test to measure the hardness at their tap.

Is there PFAS in Pickerington tap water?

Pickerington’s most recent water quality report does not include PFAS results. Under the 2024 federal PFAS rule, utilities must begin compliance monitoring in 2027 and meet the new limits by 2029. Homeowners who want to know what’s in their water today can schedule a free in-home water test.

Does Pickerington tap water have fluoride?

Yes. Pickerington adds fluoride to its water. The most recent water quality report shows fluoride at 0.99 ppm, with a range of 0.84 to 0.99 ppm, below the EPA maximum contaminant level of 4.0 ppm.

Where does Pickerington get its tap water?

Pickerington’s drinking water comes from five groundwater wells at the city’s water plant west of Diley Road. The city also maintains four emergency interconnections with Fairfield County Utilities and is implementing an Ohio EPA-approved Wellhead Protection Plan.

How is Pickerington water treated?

Pickerington treats groundwater at its water plant, disinfecting it with chlorine and adding fluoride before distribution. The most recent water quality report shows total chlorine at 1.12 ppm, with a range of 0.98 to 1.20 ppm, below the 4 ppm federal limit.

Do I need a water softener or filter in Pickerington?

While Pickerington’s water meets all drinking water standards, many homeowners choose additional treatment to address hardness, chlorine taste and odor, or emerging contaminants such as PFAS. A water softener, reverse osmosis system, or whole-house filtration system can help improve water quality throughout the home.

How does Pickerington monitor water quality?

Pickerington tests for bacteria, lead, copper, nitrates, fluoride, disinfection byproducts, radiological contaminants, and other regulated substances. In its most recent lead and copper sampling, none of the 30 homes tested exceeded the action level for either metal.

Where can I get a local tap water quality report?

You can access the most recent Pickerington Tap Water Quality Report here.

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