Schaumburg Continues Cleanup Efforts After Storm

The Village of Schaumburg is continuing cleanup efforts after yesterday's storm damaged trees, homes and property; produced large hail; and flooded streets in various sections of the village.

Crews from the village's Engineering & Public Works are continuing to clear debris from roadways. Work is continuing today and will be ongoing for the next few days until the cleanup is complete. Today's efforts include six chippers, three rapid response crews and three sweepers, all working together to remove branches, trees and other objects from village roadways and parkways.

Some of the hardest hit areas include Roselle Road west to Salem Drive and Schaumburg Road south to Wise Road, however, crews are responding to a variety of other isolated damages that have occurred in other parts of the village.

The village will be providing a special brush pickup for residents. Smaller brush can be placed curbside in the parkway in preparation for brush collection; information on how to prepare brush is located on the village's website at http://bit.ly/1UyUQbL. Details and additional information on the special brush collection pickup will be provided on the village's website at www.schaumburg.com once it becomes available.

Crews worked throughout the night to clear storm sewer inlets to prevent further flooding of streets. As of today, no standing water is being reported on village streets. Residents are being asked to make sure their storm sewer inlets are clear from leaves and other debris to prevent further flooding.

Residents are encouraged to dial 311 in the village or call (847) 895-4500 outside the village to report any issues of large debris in streets or parkways, hanging tree branches, or other items that may pose a safety hazard. Residents may also submit a Customer Service Request to address storm issues by visiting http://bit.ly/2dFX2Ov.

The village would like to remind residents to be aware of various contractors who may be offering their services to help repair damages that may have occurred to private homes and property. While the village does not offer recommendations for a particular company, it is suggested that residents perform research on potential companies and obtain multiple estimates before agreeing for work to be performed.

Residents are also encouraged to contact their property insurance carrier before contracting for repairs to their home. Residents can dial 311 to see what permits and approvals may be required for repairs and if a particular contractor is licensed by the Village of Schaumburg. Information on residential permits can be found on the village's website at http://bit.ly/2eDBfGf.

Questions regarding continued cleanup efforts can be directed any time day or night to the village's Customer Service Representatives by dialing 311 in the village or (847) 895-4500 outside of Schaumburg. Additional information will be posted on the village's website at www.schaumburg.com as it becomes available.