Water Quality
PFAS, GenX and tap water across New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties — what each utility filters out, what it does not, and what that means before you buy.
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Brunswick County Water Quality in 2026: PFAS History & the Switch to Reverse Osmosis
Brunswick County once had the highest PFAS levels of 44 U.S. water systems tested. Now it’s investing in reverse osmosis treatment. Here’s what buyers in Leland, Southport, and Oak Island need to know about reverse osmosis, H2GO, and the tap water in 2026.
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New Hanover County Tap Water: What’s in It, PFAS Testing & How to Check (2026)
Buying in Wilmington and wondering about GenX and PFAS in the tap water? Here’s what the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) reports it filters at its Sweeney plant, where to find the latest test results, and what to check before closing.
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Wilmington Water Quality: What Every Buyer Asks About PFAS, GenX & Tap Water (2026 Guide)
Moving to the Cape Fear region and worried about the tap water? Here’s the plain-English overview of PFAS, GenX, and Chemours — and why the honest answer depends entirely on which county and utility serves your future home. Links out to a deep dive on New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender.
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Pender County Water Quality: Does It Actually Filter Out PFAS? A Straight Answer for Buyers
If you’re moving to Pender County and you’ve Googled “Cape Fear River PFAS” at 11pm, this one’s for you. Here’s what the local utility actually filters, what the numbers mean in plain English, and what every relocating buyer should know before closing.