Inspections Department-City of Hammond, IN

08/19/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR HAMMOND RESIDENTS WHOSE HOME ELECTRICAL SERVICE WAS DAMAGED BY THE RECENT STORM:

As power restoration efforts continue following the recent storm, the City of Hammond would like to remind residents of the following requirements if their home’s electrical service was damaged:

WHAT RESIDENTS WITH ELECTRICAL DAMAGE NEED TO DO:

1. Hire a City of Hammond-licensed electrical contractor to complete the necessary repairs.
City of Hammond Licensed Contractors: https://www.gohammond.com/departments/inspections-department/building-division/licensed-contractors/

2. Have the repairs inspected and approved by the City of Hammond Electrical Inspector. This inspection must be completed before NIPSCO can restore electrical service.
Inspections Department-City of Hammond, IN:
219-853-6316

3. Once the repairs have been approved, contact NIPSCO at 1-800-464-7726 to arrange for your service to be restored.

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE EQUIPMENT?

Property owner: Damage to the weatherhead, service entrance equipment, conduit, wiring, and meter box/base is generally the property owner’s responsibility to repair.

NIPSCO: NIPSCO is responsible for the service drop running from the utility pole to the weatherhead and for the electric meter itself.

NIPSCO Service Line Damage Information and Resources: https://www.nipsco.com/outages/power-outages/service-line-damage

Residents with a NIPSCO Service Partners Home Protection Plan that includes electric-line coverage should contact the plan administrator to determine whether their repair is covered.

For your safety, do not attempt to reconnect or repair damaged electrical service equipment yourself. Use a City of Hammond-licensed electrical contractor and make sure the required City inspection is completed so NIPSCO can safely restore your service.

If you see a downed power line, stay away from it and immediately call 911 and NIPSCO at 1-800-464-7726.

We know many Hammond residents are working to recover from significant storm damage, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as our community continues the recovery process.

08/19/2026

As residents and business owners continue repairing their homes and properties following last week’s storm, the City of Hammond is sharing its list of licensed contractors to help residents quickly find qualified professionals and avoid potential scams. The list includes each contractor’s phone number and the type of work they perform.

View the list of licensed contractors here: https://www.gohammond.com/departments/inspections-department/building-division/licensed-contractors/

08/18/2026

As everyone is aware on August 11, 2026, the City of Hammond was in the direct path of a storm that can only be described as catastrophic and unprecedented. While the rest of the City services has been doing their part in clearing streets and alleys from the damage it created, it's now Inspections turn to provide some help and advice to our residents.

This has already been a horrible situation for so many, we do not want to see anyone make it worse when they are selecting a contractor for repairs on their property. When major events like this occur it is often followed up by unscrupulous contractors who will try to take advantage of residents.

If your house or electric service was damaged please make sure to check into any contractor you consider hiring, even if sent by your insurance company, to make sure they are licensed, bonded and insured with the City of Hammond. If someone just shows up at your doorstep that you didn't call for an estimate that's probably a good sign that you have someone chasing the storm.

Please feel free to reach out to our department by phone at 219-853-6447 to double check on a contractor or if you are in need of a contractor. We cannot recommend any to you directly, however, we can provide you with a list of contractors who have been tested, licensed and have verified proper insurance and bonding to complete the services needed at your home.

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08/18/2026

Mayor McDermott and the City of Hammond are sharing an updated graphic of helpful storm recovery resources and information. Let's remain by sharing this with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit! 💪💛

For assistance or questions, please contact the Mayor's Office at 219-853-6301 or [email protected]. We are open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Utilize the links below to easily access the resources and information shared:

NIPSCO Reporting & Updates: https://www.nipsco.com/outages/power-outages

Hammond 311: https://www.gohammond.com/hammond-311/

Indiana 211: https://in211.communityos.org/

Office of the North Township Trustee: https://northtownshiptrustee.com/

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana: https://foodbanknwi.org/

State Disaster Relief Fund Application: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/1ff14bd335c44c50bae1978f4953fbcd?fbclid=IwY2xjawTxauFwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUpUTkRWWHoxaGp1U3Rnd2RzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeQEODOwSqmuxM0zvP83Oq05Ifr63u6h6PnpONSfNBVLZeDzFrpDEZ2N6uBjQ_aem_5GEKhNDrJLGE1y0lF4fOYA

Indiana Department of Homeland Security August Disaster Resource Hub: https://www.in.gov/dhs/emergency-management-and-preparedness/august-2026-disaster?utm_source=agency-website&utm_medium=&utm_campaign=&utm_term=&utm_content=

08/16/2026

04/15/2026

REMINDER: TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR RENTAL REGISTRATION.

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