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Lead and Water: Drinking Water Safety and Filtration 

 

Milwaukee Water Works monitors, treats, and purifies the city's water, but some older homes may still have old lead pipes which can contaminate the water source. 


Follow these simple steps to check for lead pipes in your home, reduce potential water risks, and choose a filter to keep your home's drinking water safe.

Do I Need a Drinking Water Filter?

Milwaukee's drinking water is treated to prevent lead contamination, but older homes may still have lead service lines.

If you're unsure about needing a water filter, consider these risk factors:

- Children under the age of 6 live in the home

- People who are pregnant or breastfeeding live in the home

- You live in a home with lead service lines

Where can I buy a drinking water filter?

Water filters are available at hardware and home goods stores, as well as online retailers. 

Not all home water filters are certified to remove lead. When choosing a filter, ensure it is rated NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead filtration.

Download our flyer below for a list of certified lead-removing water filters.

Download our flyer


Additional information can be found through the NSF International or Water Quality Association.

How do I know if my home has lead service line?

To find out if your home has a lead service line, check your address on the Milwaukee Water Works website or contact them at (414) 286-2830.

For more information on reducing your risk of lead exposure through drinking water, visit the Drinking Water Safety Page.

Additional information:

• National Sanitation Foundation - NSF

• Water Quality Association

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