Residential Leak Assessment & Repair


Save Water. Save Money. Get Repairs at No Cost!

Welcome to DC Water’s Residential Leak Assessment and Repair Assistance Programs (RLAAP & RLRAP). These programs help eligible customers identify and fix household leaks, reducing high water bills and preventing unnecessary water waste.

How It Works

  1. Leak Alert Notification – If you're enrolled in CAP+, CAP1, or CAP2 and receive a High Usage (HUNA) or Consecutive Usage (CUNA) alert, we'll contact you about a free leak assessment. 
  2. Licensed Plumber Inspection – With your approval and a signed Right of Entry form, a licensed plumber will inspect common problem areas like toilets, faucets, and outdoor spigots. 
  3. Detailed Leak Report – You'll receive a full checklist outlining any leaks found. 
  4. Free Repair Assistance – If funds are available, we'll connect you with a Residential Leak Repair Assistance Program (RLRAP)-approved plumber to make the necessary repairs—at no cost to you! 

Who Is Eligible?

You qualify if you: 

  • Are enrolled in CAP+, CAP1, or CAP2 
  • Have received a High Usage (HUNA) or Consecutive Usage (CUNA) alert from DC Water

Why It Matters

Did you know a single dripping faucet can waste over 3,000 gallons of water a year? Small leaks can add up quickly, leading to unexpectedly high bills. Fixing leaks promptly helps you: 

  • Save money on your water bill 
  • Prevent unnecessary water waste 
  • Protect your home from potential damage

DC Water Cares

DC Water is committed to helping our customers manage water costs and conserve resources. Through our partnership with the District Government, we cover eligible repair costs so you don’t have to.

Apply for Assistance

Don't wait—get started today!

  • Visit doee.dc.gov to apply for assistance 
  • Need More Information? Contact DC Water at 202 354-3600

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

DC Water Officials with NPS and ANC commissioners doing ceremonial groundbreaking
DC Water Breaks Ground on Piney Branch Tunnel, Final Phase of DC Clean Rivers Project

Today, DC Water broke ground on the Piney Branch Tunnel, the final major tunnel in our Clean Rivers Project. This work will help keep sewage and trash out of local waterways and make Rock Creek, the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake Bay cleaner for our community.

When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms. Instead of overflowing into Piney Branch, that water will go to the Blue Plains Water Resource Recovery Facility, where it will be treated.

Latest Blog Post
Plastic bottles, cups and other floating debris on the surface of the Anacostia River before the Anacostia River Tunnel began operating.
Cleaner Waterways Start With Everyday Choices
Protecting our waterways starts with everyday actions and continues through critical infrastructure designed to keep pollution out of our rivers.
Upcoming Meeting
Date
July 28, 2026
Tuesday, 9:30 AM

Upcoming Events

Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.