Dallas Water Utilities Department Dallas TX: Pay Water Bill, DallasGo, Phone Number, Leak Adjustment and Emergency Help
Dallas water customers often need one exact answer: how to pay through DallasGo, which phone number handles water bills, where to mail a payment, how to request a leak adjustment, or who to call for water and sewer emergencies. This guide puts the official Dallas Water Utilities payment, billing, customer service, 311 emergency and leak adjustment resources in one mobile-friendly page.
Pay online
Use DallasGo, the City of Dallas online payment platform for water bills and other city bills.
Phone payment
Call 214-651-1441 for automated phone payment, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Emergency
Call 3-1-1 for water main breaks, meter leaks, hydrant leaks and wastewater main issues.
Leak adjustment
Submit a leak adjustment request online, by email, fax, mail or Dallas City Hall drop-off.
Main Official Dallas Water Utilities Links
How to Pay Your Dallas Water Utilities Bill Online, by Phone, Mail, Pay Station or Drop Box
Dallas Water Utilities gives customers several ways to pay. DallasGo is the main online platform, but customers can also pay by automated phone, mail, authorized pay station, City Hall service lobby or night deposit box.
| Payment method | Official detail | Practical action |
|---|---|---|
| DallasGo online | DallasGo is the new online payment platform for paying your water bill and other City of Dallas bills. | Open DallasGo and use the new DallasGo account number. |
| Quickpay | Quickpay, formerly GuestPay, can process payments using new DallasGo account numbers. | Use only if you have the correct DallasGo account number from your current bill. |
| Automated phone payment | Call 214-651-1441. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. | Keep your account number and payment method ready before calling. |
| Mail payment | Mail payment to City of Dallas, P.O. Box 660025, Dallas, TX 75266-0025. | Use your return envelope and payment stub if available. |
| Authorized pay station | Current bills can be paid at authorized pay stations; call 214-651-1441 for locations near you. | Confirm the pay station is authorized before paying. |
| Night deposit box | Dallas City Hall has a night deposit box outside City Hall in the driveway between Young Street and Canton Street. | Do not put cash in a drop box. Include account details. |
Dallas Water Utilities Billing, Meter Reading and Account Questions
Dallas Water Utilities says water meters are read monthly to determine water use. If a reading appears too high or too low, another meter reading is taken before the bill is prepared. For bill or meter questions, call DWU customer service.
Monthly meter readings
DWU reads meters monthly to determine how much water a home or business consumes.
Bill or meter questions
For questions about your meter reading or water bill, call 214-651-1441.
Understand charges
Review water charges, wastewater charges, customer usage charges and any previous balance before assuming the bill is wrong.
Dallas Water Utilities Leak Adjustment: Where to Send the Form and What to Prepare
Dallas Water Utilities provides leak adjustment request forms and accepts requests through several official channels. This is useful when a repaired leak caused a substantial increase in water usage.
| Submission method | Official detail | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Online | DWU leak adjustment page includes an online submission option. | Use online if you want faster submission and upload options. |
| Send to leak.adjustments@dallas.gov. | Attach completed form and repair proof clearly. | |
| Fax | Fax to 214-670-0752. | Keep fax confirmation page. |
| 1500 Marilla St 3AN, Attn: Leak Adjustments, Dallas, TX 75201. | Mail copies, not your only original repair documents. | |
| Drop-off | Dallas City Hall, second floor – 2DS lobby. | Ask for receipt or proof if available. |
Dallas Water and Sewer Emergency Phone Numbers
For emergency water and sewer issues, Dallas Water Utilities tells customers to call 3-1-1. If dialing from outside city limits, use 214-670-3111.
| Emergency issue | Official phone | What to report |
|---|---|---|
| Water main break | 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 | Nearest address, cross street, water flow and street/property impact. |
| Meter leak | 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 | Meter location, visible leak and whether water is flowing continuously. |
| Fire hydrant leak | 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 | Hydrant location, damage and whether water is entering the street. |
| Clogged or overflowing wastewater main | 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 | Overflow location, odor, property impact and urgency. |
| Emergency water turn off | 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 | Service address and reason emergency shutoff is needed. |
Start, Stop, Transfer or Ask About Dallas Water Service
Dallas Water Utilities FAQ and service resources route customers to online account requests or 214-651-1441 for help opening accounts, billing questions and service needs.
New or existing account
Use Dallas Water Utilities account resources or call 214-651-1441 if you need help with account setup, billing questions or customer service.
Payment plan help
If your account is past due, ask DWU customer service about available payment plan options before the issue becomes urgent.
Dallas Minor Plumbing Repair Program for Water Leaks and Higher Bills
Save Dallas Water lists a Minor Plumbing Repair Program that assists qualifying Dallas Water Utilities customers with certain minor plumbing issues that may result in water leaks and higher bills.
| Program point | What it means | Next action |
|---|---|---|
| Who it helps | Dallas Water Utilities customers who meet income guidelines and are homeowners residing on the property. | Review the official program page for eligibility details. |
| Why it matters | Small plumbing problems can create water leaks and higher water bills. | Act early if you see a high bill or suspect a leak. |
| Where to ask | Save Dallas Water conservation program resources provide program contact and application guidance. | Open Minor Plumbing Repair Program. |
Dallas Water Utilities Phone Number, City Hall Address, Mail Address and Map
Use these official contact details for water bill payment, billing questions, DallasGo account issues, leak adjustment, emergency reporting and in-person reference.
Customer service and payments
Water Customer Service: 214-651-1441
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Automated phone payment: 214-651-1441, 24/7.
Mail payment:
City of Dallas
P.O. Box 660025
Dallas, TX 75266-0025
Emergency and leak adjustment
Emergencies: 3-1-1
Outside city limits: 214-670-3111
Leak adjustment email: leak.adjustments@dallas.gov
Dallas City Hall: 1500 Marilla Street, Dallas, TX 75201
Map shows Dallas City Hall at 1500 Marilla Street, Dallas, TX 75201. For water bill payment, use DallasGo or the official Dallas Water Utilities payment page.
Common Dallas Water Bill Mistakes That Cause Delays
Many Dallas water bill problems come from using old account numbers, unofficial links, missing leak documents or calling the wrong number during an emergency.
| Mistake | Why it creates trouble | Better action |
|---|---|---|
| Using old account number in DallasGo | DallasGo and Quickpay require new DallasGo account numbers. | Use the new number from your current bill or DallasGo notice. |
| Paying on an unofficial website | Third-party pages can delay payment or add confusion. | Start from dallas.gov/DallasGo or official DWU pages. |
| Calling billing for active emergencies | Water and sewer emergencies need 311 routing. | Call 3-1-1 or 214-670-3111 outside city limits. |
| Submitting leak adjustment without repair proof | Missing documentation can delay review. | Attach plumber invoice, repair receipt, affidavit and photos where helpful. |
| Ignoring a high bill | Leaks can continue and increase future bills. | Check toilets, faucets, irrigation, meter movement and call 214-651-1441. |
Dallas Water Utilities Department FAQs
These FAQs answer common searches about Dallas water bill payment, DallasGo, phone payment, mail address, leak adjustment, billing questions and emergency reporting.
QHow do I pay my Dallas Water Utilities bill online?
Use DallasGo, the City of Dallas online payment platform for water bills and other city bills. Start from dallas.gov/DallasGo or the official Dallas Water Utilities How to Pay page.
QWhat is DallasGo?
DallasGo is the City of Dallas online payment platform for paying your water bill and other City of Dallas bills.
QWhat phone number do I call to pay a Dallas water bill?
Call the automated telephone payment system at 214-651-1441. Dallas Water Utilities says this option is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
QWhat is Dallas Water Utilities customer service phone number?
Dallas Water Utilities lists Water Customer Service at 214-651-1441, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
QWhere do I mail Dallas Water Utilities payments?
Mail payments to City of Dallas, P.O. Box 660025, Dallas, TX 75266-0025. Use your payment stub and return envelope when available.
QCan I pay Dallas water bill at an authorized pay station?
Yes. Dallas Water Utilities says current bills can be paid at authorized pay stations. Call 214-651-1441 for a list of pay stations near you.
QWho do I call for a Dallas water main break?
Call 3-1-1. If dialing from outside Dallas city limits, call 214-670-3111.
QWho do I call for a Dallas meter leak or fire hydrant leak?
Call 3-1-1 for meter leaks and fire hydrant leaks. From outside city limits, call 214-670-3111.
QCan I request a Dallas Water Utilities leak adjustment?
Yes. Dallas Water Utilities provides leak adjustment request forms and accepts submissions online, by email, fax, mail and City Hall drop-off.
QWhere do I email Dallas leak adjustment forms?
Email completed leak adjustment materials to leak.adjustments@dallas.gov.
QWhere do I mail Dallas leak adjustment forms?
Mail to 1500 Marilla St 3AN, Attn: Leak Adjustments, Dallas, TX 75201.
QWhy is my Dallas water bill high?
Common reasons include increased monthly usage, irrigation, running toilets, faucet leaks, underground leaks, meter reading questions, wastewater charges or prior balances. Call 214-651-1441 if you have a bill or meter question.
QDoes Dallas Water Utilities read meters monthly?
Yes. DWU says water meters are read monthly to determine how much water a home or business consumes.
QIs Water-Department.org the official Dallas Water Utilities website?
No. This is an independent guide. Official payments, account service, leak adjustments and emergency reporting must be handled through Dallas Water Utilities and official City of Dallas resources.
Official Sources for Dallas Water Utilities Customers
Use these official resources for final confirmation before paying, calling, mailing a payment, requesting leak adjustment or reporting a water/sewer emergency.
| Official source | Use it for | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Water Utilities | Main DWU department, customer service, water utility functions and featured resources. | Open DWU |
| DallasGo | Online water bill payment and City of Dallas bill payment platform. | Open DallasGo |
| How to Pay Water Bill | Phone payment, mail payment, authorized pay stations and night deposit options. | Open payment options |
| Water Utilities Contacts | 311 emergency routing for water main breaks, meter leaks, hydrant leaks and wastewater main issues. | Open contacts |
| Billing & Account Information | Meter reading, bill questions, water charges, wastewater charges and billing review. | Open billing info |
| Request a Leak Adjustment | Leak adjustment forms, online submission, email, fax, mail and City Hall drop-off instructions. | Open leak adjustment |
| Dallas Water Utilities FAQ | Common DWU account, DallasGo and service questions. | Open FAQ |
| Minor Plumbing Repair Program | Potential plumbing assistance for qualifying Dallas Water Utilities customers with leak-related issues. | Open repair program |
Pay Smarter, Check High Bills, Start Service, Avoid Shutoff and Find Official Water Department Links
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Water Bill Payment Route Helper
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High Water Bill Checker
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Leak Check and Adjustment Checklist
Use this before requesting a leak adjustment, disputing a bill, or calling the water department about high usage.
Start, Stop or Transfer Water Service Helper
Use this before moving, opening a new account, closing an old account, or transferring service to another address.
Past Due, Shutoff and Reconnection Helper
Use this if your account is late, disconnected, at risk of shutoff, or you need a payment plan or assistance program.
Simple Water Usage Cost Estimator
Estimate a rough bill from base charge, usage units, rate per unit, sewer charge, stormwater fee and service fees. Official tiered rates may be different.
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