04/16/2026
When was the last time you tested your water?
UConn Extension, in partnership with the New Canaan Conservation Commission, is offering reduced-cost well water testing for residents of Fairfield County and surrounding areas. Even if your water looks and tastes fine, it may not be safe to drink.
A comprehensive well water test, normally valued at $350, is available for $235 (cash or check). Tests include coliform bacteria, lead, arsenic, uranium, nitrates, sodium, chloride, fluoride, pH, hardness, sulfate, turbidity, iron, and manganese.
Sign up online at: s.uconn.edu/newcanaan-well-testing
Deadline to register: April 27
Participants who register in advance will receive a sample kit by mail. Limited supplies will also be available at the event.
Sample collection:
• New Canaan Farmers Market
244 Elm St, New Canaan, CT
May 2, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Samples can be dropped off at the market on May 2, or at the UConn Radcliff Hicks Building (main campus), Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM. This is the only New Canaan collection event this year.
Samples will not be processed without payment.
Learn more: https://ctiwr.uconn.edu/well-testing/
Questions: [email protected]
