HMUA News
Freezing weather can cause serious damage to your interior water piping system and very costly water damage to the interior of your home or business. This is especially a problem during very cold weather or when you are away for long periods when the heat is turned down. The HMUA has developed some tips on protecting your water piping system and home during the cold winter months. Preparing for Winter [...]
Meeting High Water Demands, even during non-drought conditions, can be difficult and create operational problems. Although we have been working for several years to locate, develop and permit additional water supplies, the process is difficult and costly. Indoor Water Conservation Tips Check for Toilet Leaks - This is a common problem and may be a silent leak. To check, put a little food coloring in the tank. If the color begins [...]
The HMUA lead service line program is underway and property owners have been notified if their line is proposed to be replaced. The contract has been awarded to Waters & Bugbee. The project was scheduled to start in the Fall of 2022; however, due to supply chain issues, it is anticipated to begin next year after the holidays. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve the water [...]
Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that provides emergency assistance to families experiencing hardship with their water bills. LIHWAP will be able to assist our customers who are behind on their drinking water and wastewater bills to help keep their water and wastewater service active. To be eligible for LIHWAP assistance, applicants must be water/wastewater bill holders who [...]
In accordance with groundbreaking state legislation that is designed to reduce lead in drinking water and improve public health, public community water utilities in New Jersey have taken the first steps to identify and replace the state’s lead-containing service lines. Certified letters have been sent to all HMUA customers who have a known lead or galvanized service line informing them of the dangers of lead in drinking water and listing [...]