Start/Stop Service

All Request are submitted online

If you prefer to submit your request to Desert Water Agency by mail, fax, or in person, please select the applicable form and print it.

Start Service

Every residential and commercial property require an application for service.

Account establishment fee

Desert Water Agency assesses a $30.00 account establishment fee on the first bill to all new accounts.

Residential accounts

Property owners: All owners must set up all accounts whether it is rented or leased.

Tenants: Property owners may authorize tenants to be billed directly; however, the owner is responsible for all unpaid charges. If the property has a new owner, please advise them to submit an owner’s application so that our records are accurate and water service remains on.

Realtors: Complete the request to start service as property owner and provide a listing agreement that you are the authorized agent for the property owner and responsible for water service. A $100.00 deposit and $30.00 establishment fee must be paid upfront before service can be turned on.

Commercial accounts

For commercial and business properties, a deposit will be charged on your first bill based on the meter size below. If you have any questions, please contact our office.

Meter Size:
5/8×3/4” $100.00
1” $100.00
1 ½” $150.00
2” + $200.00

Stop service

When service is discontinued, the water will be turned off the morning of the day you choose.