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What do I do if I suspect a sewer backup?: Call the Public Works Department at (540) 672-4791. After hours, please call the Orange County Sheriff's Department at (540) 672-1234.

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1. Who do I call before I dig?: Please call MISS Utility of Virginia at (800)552-7001 or 811 before you dig or excavate! This will prevent vital and costly utilities from being damaged as a result of not knowing where utility lines are located.
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2. What do I do if I suspect a water leak?: Call the Public Works Department at (540) 672-4791. After hours, please call the Orange County Sheriff's Department at (540) 672-1234.

3. What do I do if I suspect a sewer backup?: Call the Public Works Department at (540) 672-4791. After hours, please call the Orange County Sheriff's Department at (540) 672-1234.

4. What should I do if I have low water pressure?: Low water pressure can occur for several reasons. If you experience low water pressure, you may call the Public Works Department at (540) 672-4791. We will check the pressure at our meter to determine if the pressure problem is a result of the Town's water system or something within the properties lines.

5. Does the Town pick up furniture, appliances, etc. with the regular trash pickup?: No, however you may take the items to the County landfill. The Town does have clean up weeks in April for Spring and in October for Fall of each year.