PFAS, PFOA, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are synthetic chemicals that can contaminate drinking water and persist in the environment for long periods. PFAS are a broad class of man-made compounds used in products such as firefighting foam, nonstick coatings, stain repellents, and industrial applications, with PFOA being a specific PFAS compound historically used in manufacturing; these substances can migrate into groundwater and surface water and remain present for decades. VOCs are carbon-based chemicals that readily evaporate and can enter water through industrial activity, fuel storage, solvent use, and improper disposal, with common examples including benzene, trichloroethylene (TCE), tetrachloroethylene (PCE), and vinyl chloride. C and J Water provides professional testing and treatment solutions for PFAS, PFOA, and VOCs in both well water and municipal water.
PFAS, PFOA, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can enter drinking water through industrial discharge and legacy contamination, firefighting foam use near airports or training sites, landfills and waste facilities, agricultural and commercial runoff, and fuel spills or leaking underground storage tanks, affecting both private wells and public water systems. These contaminants cannot be detected by taste, smell, or appearance and require laboratory testing to confirm presence, measure concentrations, and compare results to EPA health advisories and standards. Treatment options may include activated carbon filtration, reverse osmosis systems, or combined treatment strategies to achieve appropriate reduction levels for drinking and household use.
Forever chemicals require targeted solutions. Testing determines whether action is necessary and which treatment is effective.
Schedule PFAS, PFOA, and VOC water testing with C and J Water today.
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of synthetic chemicals used in industrial and consumer products. PFOA is a specific PFAS compound formerly used in manufacturing. These chemicals persist in the environment and do not readily break down.
VOCs (volatile organic compounds) are carbon-based chemicals that can evaporate easily and contaminate water through industrial activity, fuel storage, solvents, and chemical spills.
PFAS resist natural degradation, allowing them to remain in soil, water, and the human body for long periods.
No. These contaminants are typically colorless, odorless, and tasteless at harmful levels. Laboratory testing is required.
No. PFAS and VOC contamination have been identified in rural and urban areas, affecting both private wells and municipal water systems.
No. Municipal testing may be limited in frequency or scope. Point-of-use testing provides confirmation at the tap.
PFAS and VOCs are subject to evolving federal and state regulations. Health advisories and enforceable limits vary by compound and jurisdiction. Testing provides clarity regardless of regulatory status.
Effective treatment options include:
Activated carbon filtration
Reverse osmosis (RO) systems
System selection depends on contaminant type and concentration.
Not reliably. Many standard filters are not designed or certified to reduce PFAS. Systems must be specifically selected and maintained for this purpose.
Point-of-use systems protect drinking and cooking water. Whole-house systems may be appropriate for higher concentrations or broader exposure concerns. Testing determines the correct approach.
Testing is recommended when:
No. C and J Water follows a testing-first process. Treatment is recommended only when results support action.
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