Do water main breaks or construction increase lead levels
Maintenance on the Village’s water system has the potential of causing corrosion on any lead piping of fixtures that may exist. That’s why experts recommend homeowners run their tap water for at least three minutes after any water main work is performed in your area. The Department of Public Works notifies residents in the area of any planned water main work prior to construction.

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1. Where does the Village of Park Forest get its water?
2. Does the Village of Park Forest test for lead?
3. How likely are Park Forest residents to be at risk from lead in their drinking water?
4. How does lead get into drinking water?
5. What does the Village of Park Forest do to prevent elevated lead levels?
6. What are the chances the Village’s old water mains are adding lead to the drinking water supply?
7. Do water main breaks or construction increase lead levels
8. What would be the most likely source of lead in my home’s tap water?
9. If my home has a lead service line, can it be replaced?
10. Should I test my drinking water for lead?
11. What are the health effects of lead in drinking water?
12. What measures can I take to reduce the lead in my home’s drinking water?
13. Where can I find more information?