Omaha lead service line replacement
Short answer
M.U.D. replaces lead service lines, including the customer-owned side, at no cost to the customer.
- Official sources
- Last checked:
- Free, no sign-up
| Utility | Metropolitan Utilities District (M.U.D.) |
|---|---|
| Program | Lead Service Line Replacement Program |
| Type | Free |
| Phone | 402-504-7029 |
| Official page | www.mudomaha.com/m-u-d-lsl-replacement-program/ |
Who qualifies
- M.U.D. customer with a lead service line
How to apply
- Check M.U.D.'s program page and map
- Contact M.U.D. at 402-504-7029 or lead@mudnebr.com
- Give permission for the replacement
Good to know
M.U.D. explains which part of the line it owns and which the customer owns on its 'Mains and Services' page.
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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