Diverse municipal water sources
The City's water-system page identifies reservoir, groundwater, State Water Project, desalination, and recycled-water sources in the municipal portfolio.
City of Santa Barbara: Water SystemGot a drain that won't clear, a leak you can't track down, or no hot water? Call the Santa Barbara office!
Phone lines are answered 24/7. Service is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

See what local customers say and review city or utility guidance that may matter for plumbing work in Santa Barbara.
Customer reviews
“JR was very responsive and helpful in giving us feedback to guide our decision on the scope of work. Raymundo carried out the job with professionalism and incredible skill. He checked in often on his progress and every choice that needed to be made.”
“Pablo explained every step of where he would dig, lay the pipes, and pour cement. JR went above and beyond to assist with financing and every area of the work. He answered all our questions and put our worries to rest.”
“Pedro was great, very informative and efficient. My yard was protected and now looks the same as before the job. Juan was fair to work with, and Fernando was respectful and a good helper with Pedro.”
Direct guidance from the city or local utility.
The City's water-system page identifies reservoir, groundwater, State Water Project, desalination, and recycled-water sources in the municipal portfolio.
City of Santa Barbara: Water SystemSanta Barbara describes private sewer laterals carrying wastewater from buildings to City-owned sewer mains, which convey it to El Estero for treatment.
City of Santa Barbara: Wastewater Collection SystemThe City offers an expedited online permit process for qualifying private-property sewer-lateral replacements at single-unit residences and duplexes.
City of Santa Barbara: Expedited Sewer Lateral Replacement Permit ProcessLocal sources checked August 18, 2026.