Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh recently announced the expansion of Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) Lead Replacement Incentive Program to encourage homeowners to replace private lead water service at their property.

The program expands eligibility to properties of all types, including commercial with lead service lines two inches or smaller. The expansion also provides financial assistance in the form of a credit of up to $2,000 to homeowners who use a BWSC contractor to replace lead pipes on their property. Another incentive includes an interest-free loan of up to 38 months for eligible property owners.

“The health and safety of our residents is our top priority and in Boston we are making significant strides towards replacing the remaining lead pipes across the city,” Walsh said in a statement. “It is our hope that residents will take advantage of this program to replace lead water service at their property to help us move the city of Boston towards a safer housing stock and a healthier city.”