Counites

  • Belknap

  • Carroll

  • Cheshire

  • Coös

  • Grafton

  • Hillsborough

  • Merrimack

  • Rockingham

  • Strafford

  • Sullivan

Cities

  • Manchester

  • Nashua

  • Concord

  • Dover

  • Rochester

  • Keene

  • Portsmouth

  • Lebanon

  • Claremont

  • Laconia

New Hampshire Water Quality Issues

If you're a homeowner in Southern New Hampshire or the Seacoast area, there's something important you should know: many towns in our region have naturally occurring and environmental contaminants that could be affecting your water quality.

We’ve helped thousands of local families and businesses test and treat their private well water. Here’s a breakdown of some of the most common issues we’re seeing across towns in Rockingham, Strafford, and surrounding counties:

High Iron in Well Water: If your sinks or tubs are stained orange or your water smells metallic, you might have elevated iron levels. These towns often experience very high iron in well water: Fremont, Farmington, Rochester, and Pittsfield

Moderate iron levels are also common in: Sandown, Danville, and Atkinson.

Radon and Uranium in Well Water: Both radon and uranium can enter your well from the surrounding bedrock. Long-term exposure to these contaminants can pose serious health risks. We frequently see high levels in: Barrington, Northwood, and Nottingham.

PFAS Contamination: These “forever chemicals” have been detected in several towns, especially near Pease Air Force Base and the Coakley Landfill area. Look out for PFAS in: Greenland, Stratham, Exeter, and Portsmouth.

Sodium & Chloride (Saltwater Intrusion): Near the Great Bay, salt levels can spike due to road salt runoff or coastal influences. This can lead to high sodium and chloride levels in: Greenland, Rye, Kittery, ME, and Cape Neddick, ME

Low-Producing Wells: Having trouble with low water pressure or running out of water? These towns often experience low-yield wells:

Sandown and Danville.

Why Should You Test Your Well Water?

Whether you just moved in, are noticing water quality changes, or simply want peace of mind, regular well water testing is essential. A professional water test can uncover hidden contaminants and help you avoid expensive plumbing damage or health issues down the line. At Seacoast Analytical Services, a division of Epping Well & Pump, we provide professional well water testing and custom water treatment systems designed for your unique local water issues. Whether you’re dealing with iron, radon, PFAS, or low water pressure, we’re here to help. Order below and we'll mail your water test kit direct

We make the process simple:

1. Order your water testing kit from Seacoast Analytical Services mailed to your home.

2. Receive detailed results with an opportunity to ask an expert to review the results with you and discuss any options that may be needed.

3. Schedule your customize water filtration and/or treatment systems installed by Epping Well & Pump.

Serving: York County

Cities

  • Acton

  • Alfred

  • Arundel

  • Berwick

  • Buxton

  • Cornish

  • Dayton

  • Eliot

  • Hollis

  • Kennebunk

  • Kennebunkport

  • Kittery

  • Lebanon

  • Limerick

  • Limington

  • Lyman

  • Newfield

  • North Berwick

  • Ogunquit

  • Old Orchard Beach

  • Parsonsfield

  • Sanford

  • Shapleigh

  • South Berwick

  • Waterboro

  • Wells

  • York.

Southern Maine Water Quality Issues

If you live in Southern Maine, your well water might be affected by naturally occurring minerals, salt intrusion, or even man-made contaminants like PFAS. The good news? You don’t have to figure it out on your own.

Whether your water smells funny, tastes off, or you’re just curious what’s in it, we’re here to make testing and treatment easy, clear, and reliable.

Common Water Problems in Southern Maine - Here are some of the most frequent water quality concerns we see in coastal and inland communities throughout Southern Maine:

Saltwater Intrusion (Sodium & Chloride): If you're near the coast or the Great Bay, road salting and rising sea levels can lead to high levels of sodium and chloride in well water. This can cause corrosion in plumbing and potential health concerns for people on sodium restricted diets. Commonly affected towns: Kittery, Cape Neddick, Wells (in some areas)York. If your water tastes salty or your appliances are wearing out faster than they should, it’s time to test.

PFAS ("Forever Chemicals"): PFAS are synthetic chemicals found in some firefighting foams and industrial runoff. They’ve been detected in Southern Maine and Seacoast NH communities — especially those near military bases, airports, and industrial sites. If you live near the Pease Tradeport, Coakley Landfill, or have neighbors who’ve tested positive for PFAS, testing is highly recommended.

Iron & Manganese: Rust-colored stains in sinks, tubs, or laundry? That’s often caused by iron in your water. While it’s not typically harmful to your health, it can damage plumbing and appliances, and make your water look and taste unpleasant. Areas with known iron issues: Parts of Wells, South Berwick, Berwick, and Lebanon.


Why Well Water Testing Matters: Private wells in Maine are not regulated the same way public water is — meaning it's up to you to ensure your water is safe. That’s where we come in.


Why Should You Test Your Well Water?

Whether you just moved in, are noticing water quality changes, or simply want peace of mind, regular well water testing is essential. A professional water test can uncover hidden contaminants and help you avoid expensive plumbing damage or health issues down the line.

We make the process simple:

1. Order your water testing kit from Seacoast Analytical Services mailed to your home.

2. Receive detailed results with an opportunity to ask an expert to review the results with you and discuss any options that may be needed.

3. Schedule your customize water filtration and/or treatment systems installed by Epping Well & Pump.

Essex & Middlesex Counties

Cities

  • Amesbury

  • Andover

  • Beverly

  • Boxford

  • Byfield

  • Danvers

  • Essex

  • Georgetown

  • Gloucester

  • Groveland

  • Hamilton

  • Hathorne

  • Haverhill

  • Ipswich

  • Lawrence

  • Lynn

  • Lynnfield

  • Manchester

  • Marblehead

  • Merrimac

  • Methuen

  • Middleton

  • Nahant

  • Newbury

  • Newburyport

  • North Andover

  • Peabody

  • Prides Crossing

  • Rockport

  • Rowley

  • Salem

  • Salisbury

  • Saugus

  • South Hamilton

  • Swampscott

  • Topsfield

  • Wenham

  • West Boxford

  • West Newbury

Well Water in Eastern Massachusetts -

Living in Eastern Massachusetts comes with a lot of perks—charming towns, coastal living, and beautiful wooded neighborhoods. But if your home relies on a private well, it also means you're responsible for making sure your water is safe to drink, cook with, and bathe in.

We help homeowners across Essex and Middlesex Counties identify and fix common water quality issues, from PFAS to high iron levels and more. We’ve seen a wide range of water quality concerns across Eastern Massachusetts.

Some are due to local geology, others stem from past industrial activity or salt contamination. Below are a few of the most common:

PFAS Contamination: PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), also known as “forever chemicals,” have made headlines across Massachusetts—and for good reason. These chemicals have been linked to health concerns and can easily get into groundwater. They’ve been detected in towns throughout: Essex County and Middlesex County Areas near Hanscom AFB, Fort Devens, and former industrial sites If you’ve never had your water tested for PFAS, now’s the time.


Iron & Manganese: Rust-colored stains in your sinks, tubs, and laundry? Strange metallic taste? That’s often caused by iron or manganese in your water. These naturally occurring minerals are common in private wells across: Boxford, Topsfield, Acton, Carlisle, Littleton, And many surrounding areas.


Sodium & Chloride (Road Salt Runoff): Eastern MA winters can be brutal—and all that road salt has to go somewhere. In some low-lying or coastal towns, runoff can lead to higher levels of sodium and chloride in your well water, which can damage plumbing and pose health concerns for those on low-sodium diets. Watch for this in areas near: Route 128/95 corridor, Coastal Essex County, Marshy or low-lying neighborhoods.