Water damage & flooded basement help in Lake Bluff, IL

Lake Bluff's Sewer Division maintains the Village's sanitary and storm lines and lift stations, and it wants to hear from you before you call a plumber.

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Who to call, in this order

  1. Village Hall: 847-234-0774. The Village asks residents with a sanitary sewer backup to contact Village Hall before calling a plumber. Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00–4:30.
  2. After hours: Police Dispatch Center, 847-234-2153.
  3. Restoration help: (847) 000-0000, a free referral to an independent provider for cleanup and drying.

Why call the Village first

The Sewer Division routinely cleans, repairs and maintains the sanitary and storm sewer lines and the lift stations that serve them. If the problem is in the public main or a lift station, a plumber working on your private line won't fix it. Calling first also creates a record of the backup.

Stormwater incentive program

The Village publishes a Stormwater Incentive Program application for property owners. See the application (PDF) for current eligibility.

Wastewater treatment

Lake Bluff is in the North Shore Water Reclamation District's service area, which treats the wastewater collected by the Village's sewers.

County resources

Lake County's Stormwater Management Commission offers floodplain maps, floodproofing guidance and flood insurance information for Lake County homeowners.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I call a plumber or the Village for a sewer backup in Lake Bluff?
The Village asks residents to contact Village Hall (847-234-0774) before calling a plumber, or Police Dispatch (847-234-2153) after hours.
Does Lake Bluff maintain sewer lift stations?
Yes. The Village's Sewer Division maintains sanitary and storm sewer lines and the lift stations that serve them.

Sources

Local facts on this page come from these public sources. Programs, amounts and phone numbers change — confirm with the agency before relying on them.

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