ORLAND PARK Lead Service Line Inventory
Orland Park serves about 58,000 residents with water from surface sources. If you're wondering whether lead service lines run to your home, here's what you need to know.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the underground pipe that carries water from the public main into your home. These lines were common in homes built before the 1980s. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or if pipes are old and corroded.
What does Orland Park report?
Orland Park has not yet completed a public inventory of its lead service lines. The utility has not reported how many lines contain lead, are galvanized, or are confirmed lead-free. This doesn't mean lead is present in your service line—it means the utility is still in the process of documenting them.
Federal law requires all water systems to inventory lead service lines by October 2024. Many utilities across the country are still collecting this information from property records, water meter inspections, and historical construction data.
How to find out about your home
Your best step is to contact Orland Park directly. Call their water department and ask:
- Whether your address has a known or suspected lead service line
- If they have records from when your home was built or connected to the system
- When they expect to complete their full inventory
You can also have a licensed plumber inspect the service line at your property line (the section you own, not the public main). A simple non-invasive test can often identify the material.
What if you have a lead service line?
The EPA and CDC recommend that homes with lead service lines use a water filter certified to remove lead (NSF/ANSI 53 standard) on drinking and cooking water until the line is replaced. Boiling does not remove lead.
If you're concerned about your family's health, especially if you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or doctor. The CDC has guidance on reducing lead exposure at home.
Next steps for residents
- Contact Orland Park's water utility to ask about your service line material and their inventory timeline
- Check your home's age and construction records (older homes are more likely to have lead service lines)
- Have a plumber inspect your service line if you want to know for certain
- Use a certified lead filter on drinking and cooking water if you suspect lead exposure
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact Orland Park's water department with your address to ask about your service line. You can also hire a plumber to inspect it, or check your home's construction records and age (homes built before the 1980s are more likely to have lead lines).
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead can be harmful, especially to young children and pregnant people. Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you're concerned about exposure. The EPA and CDC recommend using a certified water filter (NSF/ANSI 53) on drinking and cooking water as a precaution.
When will Orland Park finish their lead inventory?
Federal law requires utilities to complete lead service line inventories by October 2024. Contact Orland Park directly to ask about their timeline and whether your area has been surveyed yet.
Can I remove a lead service line myself?
Lead service line replacement should be done by a licensed plumber or contractor to ensure the work meets local code and doesn't disturb lead particles. Contact Orland Park for a list of certified contractors and any rebate or assistance programs.