Free Leak Repair
The City of Sacramento provides free leak repairs and water-efficient upgrades to eligible low-income and single-family homeowners.
Water conservation staff will inspect eligible homes for indoor and outdoor leaks and coordinate with a City-contracted plumber to complete repairs once the project is approved.
Work completed through the program may help reduce a customer’s water and energy costs.
Eligibility
To be eligible, customers must:
- Have an ongoing leak of at least 25 gallons per hour
- Live in one of the red areas in the map below or be eligible for or currently participating in the City's utility rate assistance program
- Receive City of Sacramento water service at the property
- Own both the home and the land on which the home rests
- Be a permanent resident of the home where plumbing assistance is needed
- Verify permanent residency by identification, current utility bill, tax return or deed to the home
Eligibility Map
How to apply
Fill out and submit one of the applications below.
Wait for a call from water conservation staff to schedule an inspection to identify leaks at the residence.
Once approved, water conservation staff will coordinate with you to schedule a City-contracted plumber to complete repairs.
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Contact us
For questions, call 916-808-5605 or email LeakFree@cityofsacramento.org.
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Funding for this project has been provided in full or in part from the Budget Act of 2021 and through an agreement with the State Department of Water Resources.
