Water heaters in Normal, Illinois
Water hardness, permits, utilities and rebates for Normal, IL, each linked to the city or utility source.
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From city, county and utility sources, checked Oct 14, 2026
- Water utilityTown of Normal Water DepartmentSource
- Water heater permitPlumbing Permit Application includes 'Water Heater Replacement' as a permit type. Town has a separate Plumbing Contractor Registration formSource
- Gas utilityNicor GasSource
- Electric utilityAmeren Illinois or Corn Belt Energy, depending on locationSource
- Utility rebatesNicor Gas residential energy efficiency rebates 2026: $150 for an ENERGY STAR tankless (UEF >= .95) or tanked storage (UEF >= .86) water heater. Rules: installed 1/1/2026-12/31/2026 by a professional contractor; apply within 90 days of install or by 1/31/2027Source
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