As a Chicago real estate agent, I love making my clients’ lives easier. Not only is important to me to provide you with education and support during every step of the home buying and selling process, but I also want to give you handy resources that you can access when needed. That’s why I’ve put together this list of important numbers, links, and resources for you. Bookmark this page or print it out for a handy guide to living in Chicago!
Significant Chicago Numbers and Websites
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Police/Fire Emergency - 911
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Non-emergency Reports/City Service Requests - 311 or (312) 744-5000
- ComEd - 1-800-Edison-1 (1-800-334-7661)
- Peoples Gas - (866) 556-6001
- Water and Trash Pick up Bills - Normally, condo owners do not pay for their own water or trash pick up. If your house or building is not metered, fine out more about it HERE!
- Water Quality and Conservation
- Sewer
- Customer Service for Chicago Utility Billing
- Cable/Internet Service
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Chicago Recycling Service Hotline - (312) 744-5702
- Blue Cart Residential Recycling
- Recycling Drop Off Centers
- Household Chemicals and Computer Recycling Facility Address: 1150 N. North Branch St
Links and Resources for Living in Chicago
There are a few things that everyone living in Chicago will need to do from time to time. I’ve pulled together a handy guide of links and resources for new residents and life-long Chicagoans.
- Buy a Ventra Card and Add Money - Avoid the scramble for exact change when riding the CTA “L” trains or buses!
- Download the Chicago Transit App - Find out when the next train or bus is coming so you can plan accordingly
- Update Your IL Driver’s License - You have 90 days to update your information and get a new driver’s license after moving
- Register Your Vehicle - If you're moving to IL and bringing a car, you have 30 days to register it with the Secretary of State
- Register to vote or update your voter registration - Don’t forget to update your voter registration with your new address so that you can vote in the upcoming elections
- Find Your Alderman and Your Ward Information - The City of Chicago is divided into fifty legislative districts or wards and each is represented by an alderman. You can obtain your street parking permits at their office or ask about zoning issues or local businesses. Find out who yours is.
- View the Street Sweeping Schedule - Don’t ignore the street sweeping signs or you WILL get a ticket!
- Contest or Pay Vehicle Tickets
- Towed or Booted Vehicle Information
- Find Something Fun To Do - Chicago has so many amazing things to do in all seasons!
