How Do I Turn On/Transfer/Turn Off Water Service

Establish New Service (Turn-On)

In order to establish new water and sewer service with the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD), please complete the Application for Water & Sewer Service. Once the application is completed, you may email it with your required documentation (see below) to [email protected], call 313-267-8000, OR you may print the completed application and mail it with the required documentation (see below) to the Detroit Water & Sewerage Department, Customer Service, 735 Randolph Street, Detroit, MI 48226.

  • Residential Homeowners and Landlords:
    • Government-issued ID (driver's license, Detroit ID, state identification or passport)
    • Social Security number
    • Copy of your registered deed or property transfer affidavit
    • If placing in a business name, must provide articles of incorporation and Employer Identification Number
    • Be prepared to make a deposit
  • Residential Tenants:
    • Government-issued ID (driver's license, state identification or passport)
    • Social Security number
    • Official lease agreement stating you have responsibility for the water account at that address
    • Be prepared to make a deposit

Download the flier with complete instructions.

Transferring Water Service

Do you want to transfer water service at your property into someone else's name? Call DWSD Customer Service at 313-267-8000.

Temporarily Interrupt Service (Turn-Off)

Are you having a plumbing repair at your property? Are you leaving the area for an extended vacation? DWSD can temporarily turn off your water service. Authorized account holders may request a temporary service turn-off that can be restored upon your request. Call DWSD Customer Service at 313-267-8000.

Discontinue Service (Turn-Off)

Are you selling your property to a new buyer? Are you vacating your property? Depending on the situation, DWSD can get a closing meter reading and/or turn-off the water service. Authorized account holders can make this type of request. Call DWSD Customer Service at 313-267-8000. You will need to pay your balance, either before turn-off or once billed after turn-off, depending on the account status.