ZipCheckup grade for 13478: B.

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Water Quality Report

Verona, NY (13478) Home Safety: 83/100

EPA data for Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet)

0 recorded EPA violations (2021-2026)

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 13478 in Verona, NY contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources

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Safety Score

B 83/100

Water Quality No violations

Lead Risk Below action level 0.0016 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2009-12-31

NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 claims

Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0016 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Flood 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.

Contaminant Summary

Evidence unavailable

Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record

ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 83 / 100

Home Safety Score higher than 67% of ZIP codes nationwide

Water System

2,345

People Served

Health Violations (since 2021)

Surface water

Water Source

0.0016 mg/L

Reported Lead Result

Zone 2

County Radon Potential · Moderate

$190K

Median Home Value19% below state median ($233K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 83/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance

100/100

Observed

PFAS MCL screen

100/100

Observed

EPA radon zone

50/100

Observed

Annual EPA AirData AQI

100/100

Observed

Required domains

Drinking water

100/100

Indoor environment

50/100

Outdoor environment

100/100

Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (5) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 13478 in Verona, New York is mapped to the water system Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet) (EPA ID: NY3230037). This system provides water to approximately 2,345 people from surface water sources.

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Nearby Water Quality Reports

13476 (Vernon) - 4 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
13054 (Durhamville) - 5 mi
13461 (Sherrill) - 5 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
13421 (Oneida) - 6 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
13490 (Westmoreland) - 7 mi
13442 (Rome) - 7 mi
13477 (Vernon Center) - 8 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
13162 (Verona Beach) - 8 mi
13440 (Rome) - 8 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
13449 (Rome) - 8 mi

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet) (NY3230037) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH

Home & Infrastructure (7) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Verona

Based on local data for ZIP 13478, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Verona has 3 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 13478 was built around 1964. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Verona is 1964; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1964 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 13478 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 13478 (primary system: Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet)), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 13478's water come from?

The recorded water source for Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet), a system mapped to ZIP code 13478, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 2,345 people.

How does Verona water compare to the national average?

Verona's Home Safety Score ranks better than 67% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 59% of ZIP codes within New York.

How can I get my water tested in Verona?

If Verona Water District (rte 365 + Hamlet) supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 13478 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 13478 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0016 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2009-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 13478?

13478 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Oneida County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 13478?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 13478; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Verona, NY (13478) Home Safety: 83/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/13478/

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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 13478

ZIP Code	City, State	Distance	Grade	Violations
13476	Vernon, NY	3.7 mi	B	2
13054	Durhamville, NY	5.0 mi	B	0
13461	Sherrill, NY	5.5 mi	B	1
13421	Oneida, NY	5.8 mi	N/A	2
13490	Westmoreland, NY	6.8 mi	N/A	0
13442	Rome, NY	7.4 mi	N/A	0
13477	Vernon Center, NY	7.6 mi	B	2
13162	Verona Beach, NY	7.6 mi	N/A	0
13440	Rome, NY	7.9 mi	B	5
13449	Rome, NY	7.9 mi	N/A	0