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Home MenuSewer Backup Protection Cost Share Program – Installation of Sanitary Backflow Prevention Devices
The Village of Schaumburg has developed a cost share program for home owners of detached single-family residential structures to participate in the installation of automatic sanitary backflow prevention devices. Pilot Program: For a period of five (5) years from July 28, 2026, eligible multifamily properties located within the Walnut Basin and Braintree Basin, as identified in Exhibits 1 and 2 of the July 14, 2026, Sanitary Sewer Overflow and Basement Backup Mitigation Report, shall be eligible to apply for participation in this cost share program as part of this pilot program.
The program allows owners to be reimbursed for 50% of the installation of an automatic sanitary backflow prevention device, up to a maximum reimbursement of $10,000. Many older homes in the village have gravity sewer systems that can back up when the village's main line sewer surcharges.
Through this cost share program, the village will reimburse the homeowner 50% of the cost of installing an automatic sanitary backflow prevention device.
The village has invested millions of dollars to improve its sanitary sewer system and continues an aggressive program to clean and inspect existing main line sewers so that capacities are not reduced by debris, tree roots, or infiltration of storm water. Studies have indicated that to achieve protection from sewer backups by merely increasing sewer sizes is not a cost effective method of preventing these backups. The goal of this program is to provide protection against the backup of sewage. This program can help increase property values and minimize homeowner inconvenience.
While no sewer is immune to backup, a reliable method for protecting private property from sewer backup is through the installation of an automatic sanitary backflow prevention device. Installations of this type can vary depending on the configuration of the sanitary service. This program provides for a one time 50% reimbursement not to exceed $10,000 by the village for the installation of an automatic sanitary backflow prevention device.
As a condition of reimbursement, participating property owners are required to disconnect roof drains and footing drains from the sanitary sewer system prior to receiving cost share assistance.
The following list outlines the general steps for participation in the program:
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Contact the Community Development Department about your interest in participating in the Sewer Backup Protection Cost Share Program. An inspector will arrange for a meeting at the home to determine the feasibility of installing an automatic sanitary backflow prevention device.
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Obtain a minimum of three quotes from Illinois licensed plumbers to perform the work.
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Submit a quote from an Illinois licensed plumber along with an existing vs. proposed sketch of the work, and the signed program application to the village for review and approval.
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After the application materials are reviewed and approved by the village, a letter is sent to the property owner approving the application and outlining the details of the program.
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The homeowner and/or contractor is still responsible for obtaining all necessary permits for the work.
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After all work is completed, the homeowner can submit the reimbursement application to the village.
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The village will review the reimbursement request, and verify that all work has been completed and inspected.
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The village processes the reimbursement check for the work, up to a maximum of $10,000 per address.
For additional participation requirements and procedures, or for a program application, contact the Community Development Department at 847-923-4420.
Funding for this program shall be subject to annual appropriation by the Village Board through the budget process, the availability of funds, and a maximum annual allocation as established by the Village Board.
Exhibits 1 and 2: