MAINE SUNDAY TELEGRAM • May 14, 2023
All public water systems in Maine have been tested for PFAS, and undetectable or safe levels were found in all the major public drinking water systems. Those that test above the Maine standard are required to install filters to remove the chemicals. If you have well water and want your water tested, contact the Maine Department of Environmental Protection at 287-5842 or email pfas.dep@maine.gov. The tests cost between $250-$500, and the DEP will reimburse homeowners if they use an approved lab. Blood tests typically cost between $300 and $600. Maine lawmakers are considering a bill that would require insurance companies to cover the cost of the tests, but currently patients are often paying for the tests out of pocket.