How to replace all your lead service lines in 10 years

Tackling new projects like lead service line replacement (LSLR) can feel overwhelming, especially as we look towards new Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) requirements. There are so many decisions to make—some big, some small—that all have a significant impact on both the timeline and the cost of your program. That's why we've developed a new guide, "Planning for Lead Service Line Replacement Success: Key Planning Decisions Impacting Lead Service Line Replacement Costs."

This guide explores the various planning and design decisions that shape the cost of LSLR programs. It covers everything from project management approaches and contractor selection to decisions about traffic control, restoration, and customer outreach. These details might seem mundane, but they add up, influencing both the timeline and the budget of your project.

If you're involved in planning or managing an LSLR program, this document might help you navigate the finer points. It lays out key considerations that can make a difference in how smoothly your program runs, how much it ultimately costs, and whether you meet that 10-year deadline.

Feel free to check it out, and if you want to discuss any of the topics in more detail or need some guidance, reach out.

Feel free to explore the guide, and if you want to discuss any of the topics in more detail or need some guidance, we’re here to help. This tool is part of our report on Lead Service Line Replacement Costs and Strategies for Reducing Them. The full report offers in-depth discussions on all the topics covered in the guide. We also prepared a summary of the Top 10 Strategies to Reduce Lead Service Line Replacement Costs and Ensure Public Health Protection.

For more resources, visit our Lead Service Line Replacement Resources page.