Terms of Service

Effective date: March 21, 2026

By using ZipCheckup ("the site"), you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

What ZipCheckup Is

ZipCheckup is a free, advertising-supported referral service. We aggregate publicly available data from federal and state agencies (EPA, CPSC, DOE, and others) and present it in an accessible format. We are not a water utility, plumber, home inspector, or any other service provider.

Data Accuracy

Our reports are based on data sourced from government agencies. While we make reasonable efforts to keep this data current and accurate:

  • Government data may be months or years old by the time it reaches our site
  • Local conditions can change between reporting periods
  • Data processing may introduce errors
  • Not all water systems or geographic areas have complete data

We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on this site. Always verify critical information with your local water utility, a certified water testing laboratory, or other relevant experts.

Not Professional Advice

Nothing on this site is a substitute for:

  • Professional water testing by a certified laboratory
  • A licensed home inspection
  • Medical advice from a healthcare provider
  • Legal advice from a qualified attorney
  • Professional plumbing, HVAC, or other home service work

If you have health concerns about your water or home safety, contact a qualified professional. Do not rely solely on information from this site to make health or safety decisions.

Phone Numbers and Service Providers

Phone numbers displayed on our site connect you with independent local service providers. Important things to understand:

  • ZipCheckup does not employ these providers. They are independent businesses.
  • We do not endorse or guarantee their work. You should verify licensing, insurance, and reviews independently.
  • We may receive compensation when you call a phone number on our site. This is how we keep the site free. See our Advertising Disclosure for full details.
  • Call routing is handled by third-party advertising networks (such as ClickDealer/PPCall). The provider you reach depends on your location and availability.

Affiliate Links

Some pages contain links to products (water filters, testing kits, etc.) that are affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate links are marked with disclosure text and use rel="nofollow sponsored" attributes. Our product recommendations are based on NSF certifications and EPA contaminant data, not affiliate relationships.

Intellectual Property

All original content on this site (text, design, code, graphics) is owned by ZipCheckup. Government data displayed on this site is in the public domain. You may link to our pages freely. You may not reproduce substantial portions of our content without permission.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ZipCheckup and its owners, employees, and partners are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:

  • Your use of or inability to use this site
  • Any decisions made based on information on this site (including water quality reports, recall alerts, rebate information, risk assessments, or filter recommendations)
  • Interactions with service providers connected through our site
  • Inaccuracies or errors in the data we present

Your use of this site is at your own risk.

Indemnification

You agree to hold ZipCheckup harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the site or your violation of these terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes

We may update these terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted on this page. Continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms? Email us at [email protected].