The Public Works Department is responsible for the collection and transmission of both storm and sanitary sewage throughout the community. In an effort to maintain sewer service and avoid unnecessary effluent to the sewage treatment plant, please do not:
- Drain into a sanitary sewer any water from swimming pools, sump pumps, gutter or downspout drainage or similar surface water.
- Drain or dump into a storm sewer any material intended for a sanitary sewer.
- Drain into any sewer excessive fats or any oils, grease, gasoline, fuel oil, drain oil or other flammable or explosive liquid, garbage, sand, mud, straw, shavings, metal, glass, rags, plastics, wood, noxious gas, acids, odor producing substances, or any other material which would cause obstructions to the flow of water or internal damage to pipes or to the sewer system.
Parkway Repairs
If any damage occurs to your driveway apron or parkway due to a Village sewer system repair, the Public Works Department will restore the area(s). Repairs will be made as soon as possible. If an area is excavated during the winter, restoration will be done in early spring when materials are available and weather conditions improve.
Overhead Sewer Program
This program is the best protection against sewer back-ups in your home. The program involves contracting with a plumber for the complete installation of the system. The Village and DuPage County will provide assistance for those residents who participate. The Village will reimburse up to a maximum of $1,000 upon completion of the program and the County will also contribute up to $2,500 Please call (630) 719-4753 if you wish to take advantage of this beneficial program.