Boil Order in effect for the 4900-5000 blocks of Best Ave

A boil order is in effect for residents in the 4900-5000 blocks of Best Ave due to a water main break. Temporary disruptions in water service may occur while the water main is being repaired. Please consult the Boil Order Guidelines PDF for best practices to use during a boil order. Residents will be notified when the boil order has been lifted.

 

Neighboring areas may experience discolored water. There are no health or safety hazards with this condition. Do not do laundry while water is discolored to avoid any staining. Flushing water lines will help to clear out the discolored water.

 

If you have any questions, please call 309-686-2375.

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Water Main Break in the 500 block E. Glen

Repairs are being made to a water main in the 500 block of E. Glen Ave. Residents in the surrounding area many experience a temporary disruption in water pressure and/or discolored water. The discolored water poses no health or safety risk and should clear up in a few hours. There is currently NO boil order in effect. If you have any questions or would like to request iron remover for stained laundry, please contact the Water Department at 309-686-2375, ext 1.

FREEZING TEMPS ARE BACK!

HOW TO AVOID FROZEN PIPES

As the weather turns colder, the Village of Peoria Heights would like to remind you of the importance of preparing for the cold weather. Please remember these tips as you are preparing and protecting your pipes this winter:

Prior to this winter:

  • Become familiar with the areas of your home such as basements and crawl spaces. Also be aware that unheated rooms and outside walls are particularly vulnerable to freezing.

  • Eliminate sources of cold air near water lines by insulating walls, fixing broken windows, closing off crawl spaces, and eliminating drafts near doors.

  • Locate your main water shut-off valve. If a pipe freezes or bursts, shut the water off immediately.

  • Protect your pipes and water meter by wrapping exposed pipes with insulation or an electrical pipe heater. Newspaper and fabric may be used as well.

  • If your pipes freeze:

  • Shut off the water immediately. Do not attempt to thaw frozen pipes unless the water is shut off. Freezing can often cause unseen cracks in pipes or joints.

  • Apply heat to the frozen pipe by warming the air around it, or by applying heat directly to the pipe. Use a hair dryer, space heater, or hot water. Be sure not to leave space heaters unattended and avoid the use of kerosene heaters or open flames.

  • Turn the water back on slowly once the pipes have thawed, and check for cracks and leaks.

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Boil Order in effect for the 1000-1200 blocks of Hines Ave and 4111 E Prospect Rd

A boil order is in effect for residents in the 1000-1200 blocks of Hines Ave and 4111 E Prospect Rd due to a water main break. Temporary disruptions in water service may occur while the water main is being repaired. Please consult the Boil Order Guidelines PDF for best practices to use during a boil order. Residents will be notified when the boil order has been lifted.

 

Neighboring areas may experience discolored water. There are no health or safety hazards with this condition. Do not do laundry while water is discolored to avoid any staining. Flushing water lines will help to clear out the discolored water.

 

If you have any questions, please call 309-686-2375.

Boil order pdf