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Requesting Repairs/Reporting Problems


To report the following items, please call (760) 839-4668 or use the online form.

  • Graffiti
  • Potholes
  • Tree maintenance
  • Street lights

Additionally, two hotlines have been established for reporting graffiti and potholes.

Graffiti Hotline: (760) 839-4OFF (4633)
Pothole Hotline: (760) 839-4FIX (4349)

If you are reporting graffiti on YOUR property, you will need to fill out the Graffiti Eradication Release Authorization Form (ENGLISH* / SPANISH*). This form can be faxed to (760) 739-7040 or mailed to the City of Escondido, 475 North Spruce Street, Escondido, CA 92025, Attention: Graffiti.


To report the following items, please call (760) 839-4668. DO NOT USE THE ONLINE FORM.

  • Traffic signals
  • Signs

To report the following items, please call the appropriate listed number.

  • Life-threatening emergencies – Call 911
  • Water and wastewater emergencies (after business hours) – Call Police Dispatch at (760) 839-4722
  • Questions regarding utility bills – Call (760) 839-4682
  • Questions regarding trash – Call Escondido Disposal at (760) 745-3203
  • Removal of dead animals – Call D.A.R. Contractors at (619) 390-8204
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