URGENT UPDATE: The NHDES PFAS Bureau has announced a processing pause for the current fiscal year effective June 10, 2026. Homeowners must have their laboratory results and applications submitted before this date to ensure timely reimbursement.
Are you eligible for $5,000 in state funding?
If you are a New Hampshire homeowner with a private well contaminated by "forever chemicals," the state’s PFAS Removal Rebate Program is designed to offset the cost of professional treatment. As of May 2026, the program has been expanded to align with the new EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) of 4.0 ppt.
Who Qualifies?
To qualify for the $5,000 rebate (for Point-of-Entry systems) or up to $10,000 (for public water connections), you must meet the following three criteria:
- Residence: You must own a single-family or multi-unit residence in NH.
- Exceedance: Your well must show PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA, or HFPO-DA levels above the 2026 state or federal limits.
- Certification: The system must be installed by a certified PFAS/PFOS removal professional and be designed to reduce PFAS to "Non-Detect" levels.
3 Steps to Claim Your Rebate
- Professional Water Testing: You cannot use a DIY kit. You must use an NHDES-accredited lab. [Link: Book a Certified PFAS Test Here]
- System Engineering: Work with a licensed NH treatment specialist to select a Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) or Ion Exchange (IEX) system.
- Application Submission: Submit your "Before and After" water test results along with your itemized invoice to the NHDES PFAS Bureau.
Don't Leave Money on the Table
With the June 10th deadline approaching and contamination plumes expanding in counties like Hillsborough and Rockingham, delay can be costly. Beyond the financial rebate, the health of your family is the priority. Recent 2026 studies continue to link even low-level PFAS exposure to long-term health risks.
