By BRENT MARTIN
St. Joseph Post
St. Joseph city officials are advising residents they just might get a knock on the door from inspectors checking for potential lead service lines.
The City of St. Joseph reports contractors C.E. Bollmeier, M Con LLC, and John Jackson Plumbing LLC, working on behalf of Missouri American Water, will visit more than 16,000 St. Joseph homes and businesses to check for the potential lead service lines. It’s all part of a federally required program
Missouri American Water contractors will knock on doors to request a brief inspection of the water service line where it enters the home or business. Letters will be sent ahead of inspections. The city adds, though, because contractors go to the property owner of record, renters might not receive a direct notice.
Anyone with concerns may call Missouri American Water to verify that crews are legitimate or email MOServiceLineGroup@amwater.com with inquiries. Contractors will not force entry. If a resident is uncomfortable, they may request a return visit at another time.
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