Explore More Options for Lead Service Line Replacement, Oct 22

October 16, 2025
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There’s more than one way to replace your lead service line. Join DC Water’s Lead Free DC (LFDC) team and explore the options available to you during our virtual meeting on Wednesday, October 22, from 6 –7 PM.

This session will highlight LFDC programs that offer more control over scheduling, including how to hire a DC Water approved contractor and begin the work on your schedule. Depending on the program, costs may be fully covered by the District and DC Water, or partially paid by the homeowner.   

We’ll also share updates on DC Water’s District-wide effort to replace all lead service lines and provide resources to help you get more information.

Join us for “Your Home, Your Timeline - Exploring More Options for Lead Service Line Replacement" to:

✅ Get the latest updates on the LFDC program 
✅ Learn how you can initiate your own lead service line replacement  
✅ Ask questions and share your feedback 

🗓️ Agenda Highlights:

  • LFDC Program Update
  • How to Engage with the Program
  • Featured Topic: Initiating your own LSL replacement  

📍 Where: 
Join via Microsoft Teams: bit.ly/leadfreedcmeeting 
Or call in: (202) 753-6714 and enter 270406927#

📅 When: 
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 
6 PM – 7 PM

Can’t make it? No problem! We’ll post the recording on DC Water’s YouTube channel after the event.

Questions? Email us at lead@dcwater.com 

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On Saturday, November 22, 2025, one westbound lane of Canal Road Northwest NW will be closed between Foxhall Road (Glover-Archbold Trailhead) and the Georgetown University entrance. As part of DC Water’s slope stabilization project, a crew will remove debris from the bottom of the slope. The lane closure will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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