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Start, stop or transfer service

Las Vegas Valley Water District Customer Service can help you start, stop and transfer service.

Note: Service requests will be processed in the order that they are received, and response times may vary based on volume. To expedite processing, please complete all fields on the forms listed on this page by using the correct topics/subtopics.

How to digitally submit supporting documents

You may digitally upload supporting documents related to requests sent to the Water District. For example, property management agreements, late fee waivers, property owner leak adjustment documents, mailing address changes, and Trust Documents.

Start residential service

If you currently do not have an active account with us, you may complete and submit a Residential Start Service Form. Alternatively, you may call our office at 702-870-4194 during regular business hours to start residential water service. Please review the requirements for new residential accounts below.

Note: Check water pipes and fixtures at the residence before requesting service. Customers are responsible for charges incurred if faucets have been left in the "on" position, or for any property damage due to faulty piping or fixtures, when water service is activated.

Transferring service
If you currently have an active account with us and would like to transfer service or start service at a different address, you can do so using the My Account.

Requirements for new residential accounts

When applying to start residential service, applicants are required to provide the following:

  • Legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Last four digits of Social Security number
  • Telephone numbers
  • Service address, mailing address, and previous address
  • Government-issued photo identification, if applying in person

Resident aliens also may be required to provide a passport, state identification number, and/or matrícula consular (Mexican consular identification card).

International customers may be required to provide their passport number. Passports are not acceptable if expired.

Service for more than two residences

Customers who already have service at two residences and wish to request additional service are considered businesses and should complete and submit the Commercial Start Service Form.

If you currently have an active account with us and would like to transfer service or start service at a different address, you can do so using My Account.

Note: "Residential service" is defined as service for any property where the land use type includes dwelling units constructed for regular, permanent occupancy as the major function of the structure.

Start business service

Businesses, property management firms and homeowners' associations wishing to a start new water service must complete and submit a Commercial Start Service Form. Customers who already have service at two or more residences also must submit this form.

If you currently have an active account with us and would like to transfer service or start service at a different address, you can do so using the My Account.

Requirements for new business accounts

Applicants must provide the following:

  • Legal business name as registered with the Nevada Secretary of State
  • Tax ID number (EIN)
  • Business owner's name
  • Applicant’s name (if different)
  • Business’ contact name (if different)
  • Service address
  • Mailing address
  • Telephone numbers

Requests must be signed by an officer or managing member listed with the Secretary of State in the state where you conduct business.

Property managers may submit requests on behalf of a property owner. Requests must include the following:

  • A copy of the signed property management agreement.
  • A letter of authorized contacts signed by one of the parties who signed the property management agreement.

Note: Check water pipes and fixtures before requesting service. Customers are responsible for charges incurred if faucets have been left in the "on" position, or for any property damage due to faulty piping or fixtures, when water service is activated.

Transfer existing service

If you currently have an active account with us and would like to transfer service or start service at a different address, you can do so using the My Account portal.

Stop service

Residential service

You can stop service at your residence using the My Account portal or by completing and submitting the Residential Stop Service form.

Business service

You can stop water service at your business or commercial property using the My Account portal. You also may do so by filling out the Commercial Stop Service form.

Note: Commercial stop requests cannot be processed over the phone.

Deposits and refunds

The Las Vegas Valley Water District will generate a closing bill and mail it to you within 10 business days after disconnection.

If a deposit was paid on a single service account, we'll apply it to the closing bill. If the deposit is more than your final bill, we'll send you a refund check.

Service for special needs customers

At the Las Vegas Valley Water District, we try to be sensitive to the issues that affect our customers. To serve our community and our customers better, we offer the following services for customers with special needs.

Medical needs

If you or a member of your household has a critical medical condition that could be worsened by an interruption in your water service, please call us at 702-870-4194, during regular business hours. Hearing-impaired customers can call us at 702-258-3903 (TDD).

We'll add health-related conditions to your customer record so we'll be able to notify you in case your service does require interruption.

Fees

Water service turn-on fee

A $10 turn-on fee is charged for water service activations.

Same-day service fee

Same-day service may be available. To request this, call Customer Care at 702-870-4194 (not available on weekends and holidays).

The cost for same-day service will include a $15 same-day service fee in addition to the turn-on fee of $10, for a total of $25.

Deposits

A deposit may be required for service.

For residential properties, the deposit is $150 or 2.5 times the highest monthly bill, whichever is greater, as assessed during a 12-month period.

For commercial properties, the deposit is computed based on account usage history/meter size. The deposit is due when you request service.

We accept Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Express or Diners Club International 24 hours a day.

Surety bonds

You may provide a surety bond in lieu of a cash deposit. For convenience, complete this Surety Bond Form, print it, and obtain the necessary signatures, and mail it to us at:

Las Vegas Valley Water District
1001 S Valley View Blvd
ATTN: Customer Care/Mail Stop 680
Las Vegas, NV 89153

Please note the following surety bond requirements:

  • The bond must reflect the correct dollar amount of the required security deposit
  • The name of the principal on the bond must be the same as the Water District customer's name
  • The Water District customer account number must be listed on the bond
  • The bond must be written by a company rated A or better, and Class V financial size category or higher, in the current issue of Best's Key Rating Guide
  • The Water District will need the original bond with signature, date, and raised seal
  • A power of attorney for the surety must be attached to the bond, and the power of attorney must include a raised seal
  • A 60-day notice of cancellation is required

Service Rules

The Las Vegas Valley Water District Service Rules comprise the contract between the Water District and our customers, outlining the rights and responsibilities of both. Review the Service Rules.