News: Water

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

October 31, 2025 The LIHEAP program, is designed to aid qualifying low-income Iowa households (homeowners and renters) in the payment of a portion of their residential heating costs for the winter heating season, to encourage regular utility payments, to promote energy awareness and to encourage reduction of energy usage through energy efficiency, LIHEAP customer education, and weatherization

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

September 29, 2025 The LIHEAP program, is designed to aid qualifying low-income Iowa households (homeowners and renters) in the payment of a portion of their residential heating costs for the winter heating season, to encourage regular utility payments, to promote energy awareness and to encourage reduction of energy usage through energy efficiency, LIHEAP customer education, and weatherization

How to Prepare for a Power Outage

September 1, 2025

Save on Utility Costs This School Year

August 4, 2025

Tap Into Nature: How a Rain Barrel Can Work for You

August 1, 2025

Providing Naturally Safe and Beneficial Drinking Water

May 30, 2025

Sewer Reduction Meters

May 2, 2025

We are Proud to be Public Powered

April 4, 2025

Investor Owned Utilities vs. Municipal Utilities

April 1, 2025

Notice – Rate Increases

March 31, 2025

Your Account, Simplified

March 7, 2025

Employee Feature – Trystan Minnis

March 5, 2025

Navigating Financial Challenges: Utility Assistance Options

January 31, 2025

Save money on your sewer bill with a temporary or permanent meter!

May 9, 2024

Water Wisely and Keep Your Lawn Happy!

May 6, 2024

Weathering Financial Storms: We’re Here to Help

February 1, 2024

TO CALL IMU? OR TO NOT CALL IMU?

January 4, 2024

Employee Focus – Justin Brand

December 5, 2023

Tried and true: keep cool like it’s 1959

July 1, 2023 IMU offers these tips from Popular Science magazine and the U.S. Department of Energy that can lower your home’s temperature and keep your family more comfortable without spending a dime.

Your Own Personal Farmer’s Market

May 1, 2023 With planting season upon us, IMU offers these tips on maximizing your growing space without digging in the ground.

Ready. Set. Spring!

April 1, 2023 Whether you have a small balcony or a sprawling garden, there are plenty of things you can do to get ready for the warm days and outdoor fun ahead.

(Way) Past due? We can help.

April 1, 2023 If you have not paid your IMU bill for the past 2 or more months, you may qualify for a payment plan to avoid disconnection.

Many ways to pay

March 1, 2023 No matter your preference, we’ve got you covered! By mail: 210 W 2nd Ave, Indianola IA 50125- Please note, we no longer have a PO Box, please update if needed Use the drop box: Our secured drop box is located in our...

Let’s talk about energy rebates

December 31, 2022 The extension of existing rebates was part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Now they can be claimed for an additional 10 years, through the end of 2032.

Kitchen efficiency tips to be thankful for

October 31, 2022 IMU offers up this easy guide to conserving energy in the kitchen.

Last chance for Energy Star rebates

October 31, 2022 After this year, most Energy Star rebate programs will sunset. But there’s still time to take advantage if you purchase and install your qualified upgrades into an existing residential home by December 31, 2022.

Customer Service Corner October 2022

September 30, 2022 From Ghoulies and Ghosties to long-legged Beasties and Things that go Bump in the Night, life is scary enough without having to worry about phantom utility usage! Phantom Usage Phantom utility usage is when electricity or water is being used unintentionally or...

Federal program helps Iowans with water bills

July 1, 2022 The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) will run through September 30, 2023 or until funds have been exhausted.

Save on outdoor water with a sewer reduction meter

March 30, 2022 Filling your pool or sodding a new lawn can really run up your water and sewer costs in the short term. Renting a sewer reduction meter from IMU for major events offers substantial savings.

Indianola’s Million Dollar Mile

November 30, 2021 To keep your water supply safe and available, IMU should be conducting repairs and maintenance on two miles per year, but currently there is only funding for three blocks.

Winterize your home to save money & energy

October 31, 2021 It might feel like we’ve just started enjoying fall, but the snow will be flying before you know it. Be ready for anything with these handy tips. Get your chimney standing tall Is there anything better than a nice, cozy fire on...

Be prepared! Start winter outdoor prep now

September 1, 2021 The season of mowing, watering, and weeding is almost over, and fall will be here before you know it. Use this handy checklist to make sure all your outdoor bases are covered.

The Lowdown on Leaks

July 1, 2021 One of the most foolproof ways to accomplish lower water usage is to repair water leaks in and around your home. It’s good for your wallet, good for the environment, and can prolong the life and value of your property.

Smarter Yardscapes

April 30, 2021 If you want to save money on your utility bill or reduce water usage for environmental reasons, consider replacing a portion of your lawn with a yardscape.

How low can your utility bills go?

March 30, 2021 If you know what makes your utility bills go up, you might wonder what you can do to make them go down. Here are IMU's top tips.