PFAS Water Filtration for Camas Homes

PFAS treatment starts with the right goal

PFAS cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted, so product selection should be based on documented source-water information and a clear treatment goal, not a visual guess. For a household focused on drinking and cooking water, a certified point-of-use system may be the most direct option. For coverage at every tap, a properly designed point-of-entry system may be a better fit.

True Plumbing handles the plumbing-side evaluation and installation: available space, flow, pressure, prefiltration, bypasses, drains, and service access. We match those conditions to a system with an independent PFAS reduction certification and a maintenance plan you can realistically follow.

Treatment paths we can help with

• Under-sink reverse osmosis. Focused treatment for drinking and cooking water.

• Whole-home activated carbon. Point-of-entry treatment sized for the house and source water.

• Whole-home ion exchange. A PFAS treatment option selected around flow and media performance.

• Sediment prefiltration. Protects treatment media when source-water conditions call for it.

• Pressure & flow planning. Keeps the system from compromising normal household demand.

• Maintenance planning. Clear filter or media replacement expectations before installation.

Local context

Well 13 treatment is underway, but household choices are available now

The City of Camas says Well 13 is used during late-spring and summer demand. Its June 2026 sample reported PFOS at 16.3 parts per trillion, above Washington's current 4-ppt state action level. The City also reports that other wells tested below 4 ppt in the latest round, while historical results mean some sources may continue to require monitoring.

The City's permanent Well 13 project uses ion-exchange treatment and is actively under construction. Current project information anticipates completion in spring 2027. Until then, the City points concerned residents toward independently certified in-home treatment options. Because City sources can be blended and conditions vary, the Well 13 result should not be presented as the exact concentration at every Camas tap.

FAQs

Camas PFAS filtration questions

What happened with Camas Well 13 in 2026?

The City activated Well 13 on June 16, 2026 to meet summer water demand. A June sample reported PFOS at 16.3 parts per trillion, above Washington's current 4-ppt state action level. The City says the well normally comes offline when demand drops around mid-September and that permanent ion-exchange treatment is under construction.

Does every Camas faucet have 16.3 ppt of PFOS?

Not necessarily. The 16.3-ppt figure is the City's June 2026 sample result for Well 13. Camas distributes water from multiple sources and conditions can vary, so that result should not be treated as a test of an individual tap. An accredited laboratory test is the way to obtain a property-specific result.

Is the Well 13 notice an immediate emergency?

Washington DOH says most PFAS detections are not an immediate emergency, which gives households time to review official guidance and choose an appropriate response. DOH recommends reducing exposure when results exceed federal limits or state action levels, with additional guidance for pregnant people and households with young children.

Will boiling Camas tap water remove PFAS?

No. EPA guidance says heating or boiling does not remove PFAS. A treatment technology designed and certified for PFAS reduction is the relevant household option.

Will my existing water softener remove PFAS?

A standard water softener is designed for hardness minerals, not PFAS. Do not assume it provides PFAS reduction unless the exact product has an applicable independent certification and is operated according to that certification.

What should Camas homeowners do while Well 13 treatment is being developed?

Follow the City's current water updates and determine whether your home is connected to the affected source. If you are considering treatment, compare certified point-of-use and whole-home options based on your drinking-water needs, installation conditions, and maintenance plan. Health-specific questions should go to the Washington Department of Health or your healthcare provider.

A consultation is useful when...

• You received or read the City's Well 13 PFAS notice

• You want to reduce PFAS in drinking and cooking water

• You are comparing under-sink and whole-home treatment

• You want a certified system installed and sized correctly

How often will filters or media need replacement?

Replacement timing depends on the product, household water use, source-water conditions, and system design. We provide the manufacturer's required schedule and make sure the system can be accessed for service. Staying on that schedule is essential to maintaining performance.

Should I choose reverse osmosis or a whole-home filter?

Reverse osmosis is commonly used at the point of use for drinking and cooking water. Whole-home activated-carbon or ion-exchange systems treat water as it enters the house but must be sized for household flow and maintained correctly. The right choice depends on the coverage you want, installation conditions, budget, and maintenance plan.

What certification should a PFAS filter have?

EPA recommends looking for an independent PFAS reduction claim under standards such as NSF/ANSI 53 for filtration or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Certification scope matters, and current certifications do not automatically guarantee reduction to every current regulatory limit, so verify the exact product listing and claim.

What matters locally

• Well 13 activated June 16, 2026

• June 2026 PFOS result: 16.3 ppt

• Current Washington PFOS action level: 4 ppt

• City treatment project currently targets spring 2027 completion

Local references: City of Camas July 2026 notice · Camas PFAS project updates · WA DOH household guidance · EPA home filter guidance. Utility boundaries vary by address, so confirm the serving utility before choosing treatment or planning work.

Why are PFAS called forever chemicals?

Many PFAS break down very slowly, which allows them to remain in water and the environment for a long time. Guidance continues to change as scientists and public health agencies learn more. Use current City of Camas and Washington Department of Health information when evaluating your water, then choose a treatment system certified for the specific PFAS reduction claim you need.