Newark lead service line replacement
Short answer
Newark replaced more than 23,000 lead service lines at no cost to residents. Owners whose lines were not replaced must register and give right of entry.
- Official sources
- Last checked:
- Free, no sign-up
| Utility | Newark Water and Sewer Utilities |
|---|---|
| Program | Lead Service Line Replacement Program |
| Type | Free (program largely complete) |
| Phone | (973) 733-6303 |
| Official page | www.newarkleadserviceline.com/replacement |
Who qualifies
- Newark property with a lead service line not yet replaced
- Owner registers and signs Right of Entry
How to apply
- Register on Newark's program site
- Call (973) 733-6303 or email waterandsewer@ci.newark.nj.us
- Schedule the replacement
Good to know
Replacement is mandatory under Newark ordinance.
More official links: Registration and Right of Entry
Your next steps, in order
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1. Use the free or low-cost program first
Many utilities replace lines at no cost or offer no-interest loans.
Go to the official program2. Test your water
Some cities test free (Chicago: call 311). Otherwise a certified-lab mail-in kit is an option.
Tap Score test kit (affiliate link, placeholder)3. While you wait, consider a certified filter
Look for NSF/ANSI 53 certification for lead reduction.
NSF/ANSI 53 filters on Amazon (affiliate, placeholder)If the free program covers your line, you’re done. You don’t need step 4.
4. Not eligible or can’t wait? Compare plumbers
Before hiring, ask your utility whether you need pre-approval so you don’t lose program help.
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