Environmental Health

Protecting our community through clean water, healthy homes, and a safe environment.

Hamilton County Public Health is committed to helping residents create healthier living environments by providing environmental health services that protect the health of individuals, families, and our community. Our programs focus on preventing illness through education, testing, and environmental safety.

Our Environmental Health Services

• Free Private Well Water Testing to help ensure your drinking water is safe.

Private Well Grant Reimbursement Program (funded through the Private Well Grant and available while funding lasts):

• • Well/Cistern Plugging
  • Shock Chlorination
  • Well Renovation/Reconstruction
  • Well Assessment
• Time of Transfer Septic Inspections to help ensure septic systems meet state and local requirements during property transfers.
• Public Swimming Pool & Tattoo Establishment Inspections to help ensure facilities meet Iowa health and safety standards, protecting residents and visitors.
• Radon Test Kits to detect elevated radon levels and reduce your risk of lung cancer.
• Well & Septic Permits to help protect groundwater, drinking water, and public health.
• Environmental Health Education on topics that promote safe, healthy homes, and communities.

Whether you’re testing your well, purchasing or selling a home, checking your home for radon, or installing a new well or septic system, our team is here to provide trusted guidance and resources.

Have questions or need assistance? Contact Hamilton County Public Health—we’re here to help protect the health of our community–515-832-9565.