Still no water...

Well, I spent the day at the Chicago water department to try and find out why we don't have running water in the house yet. We have called '311' several times, spoke on the phone to many different water department employees. Faxed them stuff. Emailed stuff. Still no answers. We keep getting the run around. Everyone has a different answer for the same question. It's really frustrating, as we cannot begin working on the floors until the water is on. At this point, we have NO idea when we can move in.
That's all the news for now, I'll keep you posted.
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UPDATE:
- Apparently older Chicago homes do not have water meters. They are only required on new constructions.

- You must pay a "Chicago Licensed Plumber" to turn the water on. The valve is located in a "buffalo box", located near the property line. From the city website...
"The emergency shut off valve can only be operated by a Department of Water Management employee or a Chicago Licensed Plumber. This valve is owned by the Department of Water Management. If any unauthorized person manipulates this valve they will be held responsible for all damages occurred".

- From my understanding, we need to hire one of these city approved plumbers. So we have one of these guys coming out tomorrow to turn on the water. Hopefully, this will go smoothly. *fingers crossed*

A HUGE thank you to our family and friends for all of the help, advice, moral support, etc. We REALLY appreciate it, you have no idea. I'll let you know how everything goes tomorrow.

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