Nashville Water Utility Help Desk for Bills, Login, Service and Water Problems
Use this guide to pay a Metro Water Services bill, log in to online bill pay, use Guest Pay, call the correct phone number, start, transfer or terminate service, understand 2026 water, sewer and stormwater charges, handle late payment, check leak adjustment options, and report water, sewer, drainage or water-quality emergencies.
Start Here: Pick the Exact Nashville Water Task
Searcher intent |
Best official route |
Have ready |
Do not miss |
|---|---|---|---|
Pay online with full login |
MWS Online Bill Pay → Premium Access. |
User name, password, latest bill, account number, mailing ZIP, last 4 SSN/TIN if registering. |
Premium Access supports e-bills, service requests, recurring payments and account-profile management. |
Pay without registering |
Valid MWS account number and payment method. |
Guest Pay accepts e-check, credit and debit card payment to a valid account number. |
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Pay by phone |
615-862-4600, automated services. |
Account number and Visa or MasterCard. |
Automated phone services are available 24/7 for bill pay, account information, hours and payment locations. |
Pay by mail |
Metro Water Services, P.O. Box 305225, Nashville, TN 37230-5225. |
Bill stub, check or money order. |
Mail is not the best choice when close to late-payment or disconnection timing. |
Pay at kiosk |
Customer Care Center, 1700 Third Avenue North. |
Account number and cash, check or major credit card. |
Metro says three kiosks are located at Customer Care Center and one is available 24/7. |
Start or transfer service |
Request, Transfer or Terminate Service or call 615-862-4600. |
Service address, date, contact details and fee. |
Residential same-day start/transfer is $35; any later day is $25. |
Terminate service |
Call Customer Services Center the day before service should discontinue. |
Account number, stop date, forwarding address. |
Get and keep the confirmation number until the final bill is received. |
Emergency leak, sewer, flooding or outage |
615-862-4600, 24/7 emergency service. |
Exact address, cross street, issue type, safety risk, photos only if safe. |
Call for overflowing sewer, street/meter-box leak, broken water line, flooding, drainage emergency or urgent water-quality concern. |
Bill-line warning: Metro Water bills are not always water-only. Your monthly statement can include water, wastewater/sewerage and stormwater. Davidson County residents also see stormwater user fees based on impervious surface area.
Official Metro Water Services Contact Box
Customer Service / Billing
Phone: 615-862-4600
General phone hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.
Use for: account balance, payment, registration, late notice, start/transfer/terminate, leak investigation, meter reread, meter test and billing questions.
Customer Service Building
Metro Water Services
1700 3rd Ave N
Nashville, TN 37208
Lobby notice: MWS online portal notes the Customer Service Lobby is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
24/7 Emergency
Emergency service / report leak:
615-862-4600
Emergency email shown in portal:
MWSdispatchers@nashville.gov
For active flooding, sewer overflow or broken water line, call first.
Scam / employee check: Metro Water says staff carry ID and usually will not show up at your home without prior notification. Call 615-862-4600 to verify an employee and the work type before giving access.
Pay Bill and Login: MWS Online Bill Pay
Premium Access
Create a user name for full account tools, e-bill registration, service requests, recurring payments and profile management.
Standard Access
Limited account balance, payment, billing history and usage history without full registration.
Guest Pay
Pay any valid MWS account by entering the account number. No registration required.
Landlord Access
Limited access for a landlord’s multiple properties, including account number, service address, balance and payment links.
Payment / login route |
Official detail |
Best for |
Practical warning |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium Access login |
View/pay bills, see Smart Meter usage data, review transaction and payment history, analyze/download water and sewer usage, add multiple accounts and report/view water outages. |
Homeowners, property managers, multi-account users and high-bill research. |
Have latest bill ready before registration. |
Guest Pay |
E-check, credit and debit payments can be made to a valid MWS account number. |
One-time payment or someone paying for another customer. |
Save confirmation number because Guest Pay does not create a full profile. |
Card payment |
Portal notice lists card service fee of 2.8% with $1.95 minimum. |
Fast card payment. |
Check the payment screen for the fee before submitting. |
E-check / EFT |
Portal notice says no fee for check/EFT, but a $30 returned payment fee applies for returned EFT/checks. |
Lower-fee online payment. |
Use confirmed bank information; returned payments can create late/disconnect risk. |
AutoPay / recurring payments |
Online features include scheduled payments, recurring payment plans and auto pay with e-check or credit card. |
Customers who want automatic monthly payment. |
Confirm payment method after card replacement or bank change. |
Digital wallets / Pay by text |
Payment-method page lists Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, PayPal, text alerts and pay by text. |
Mobile-first users. |
Only enroll through official MWS online bill pay. |
Bank draft |
Bank draft charges the account 15 days from the billing date. |
Customers who want ACH-style automatic payment. |
Requires bank/financial institution with Automated Clearing House service. |
Kiosks |
Three kiosks at Customer Care Center; one available 24/7; cash, checks and major credit cards accepted. |
Cash users or after-hours payment. |
Keep receipt and call if service is close to disconnection. |
Official payment/login links:
Request, Transfer or Terminate Nashville Water Service
Start service
- Call 615-862-4600 or use the official Request, Transfer or Terminate Service page.
- Prepare service address, requested date, contact details and billing information.
- Residential same-day start is $35.
- Residential start for any day after same day is $25.
- Commercial accounts may need deposit, bond, certificate of deposit or letter of credit.
Transfer service
- Use the same 615-862-4600 route.
- Residential transfer fee is $35 for guaranteed same day or $25 for any later day.
- Give old address, new address and requested transfer date.
- Ask whether both locations will be active during overlap.
- Keep confirmation until the first bill at the new address looks correct.
Terminate service
- Call Customer Services Center the day before service should be discontinued.
- Provide account number, final service date and forwarding address.
- Ask how the final bill will be sent.
- Write down the confirmation number.
- Keep confirmation until the final bill is received and resolved.
Private plumbing responsibility: Metro’s terms say customers must keep plumbing on their property in good operating condition and free from leaks. The bill is generally based on water consumption registered by the meter, except where a specific Metro policy or code-based adjustment applies.
Late Payment, Returned Payment, Reconnect Fee and Disconnection Risk
20-day posting rule
Payment must be posted within 20 days of the bill date to avoid late-payment charge.
Late charge
Late payment charge is the greater of $2.50 or 5% of the current net bill.
Disconnection risk
Accounts overdue for more than 20 days are subject to disconnection.
Reconnect fee
2026 rate table lists reconnect for non-payment at $60.
Situation | Official clue | Best action |
|---|---|---|
Bill date is recent | Payment should post within 20 days of bill date to avoid late charge. | Use online, phone, bank draft or kiosk if timing matters. |
Late charge appears | Late charge is greater of $2.50 or 5% of current net bill. | Pay updated total, not the old original amount. |
Overdue more than 20 days | Account is subject to disconnection. | Call 615-862-4600 before paying if service is at risk. |
Returned EFT/check | Portal notice lists $30 returned-payment fee for returned checks/EFT. | Use confirmed funds and verify posting. |
Non-payment reconnect | 2026 fee table lists $60 reconnect for non-payment. | Ask for exact balance including reconnect, not only account balance. |
Broken lock | 2026 fee table lists broken lock fee at $95. | Never remove or tamper with meter/lock equipment. |
Meter inaccessible | Trip for inaccessible meter is listed at $50. | Keep meter box accessible for reads, leak checks and service work. |
Need more time due to benefit date | Deferred Due Date Program may help qualifying residential/not-for-profit customers receiving certain benefits. | Ask Customer Service if you qualify before the bill becomes delinquent. |
2026 Nashville Water, Sewer and Stormwater Rate Clues
Metro’s 2026 rates include fixed charges by meter size, volumetric charges by CCF, infrastructure replacement fees, water sales tax and stormwater fees. One CCF equals 100 cubic feet, or 748 gallons. The first 2 CCF, equal to 1,496 gallons, are included in the fixed charge.
5/8-inch fixed charge
2026 fixed charge: water $6.12 and sewer $9.78.
Residential water tiers
3-6 CCF: $4.20; 7-10 CCF: $5.05; 11+ CCF: $6.31.
Residential sewer
2026 residential sewer volumetric rate is $7.02 per CCF after included volume.
Stormwater
Residential stormwater ranges from $0 to $11 by impervious square footage, with condos at $3 per unit.
2026 rate / fee item | Amount / rule | What it means |
|---|---|---|
Residential water, 3-6 CCF | $4.20 per CCF | First residential usage tier after first 2 CCF included in fixed charge. |
Residential water, 7-10 CCF | $5.05 per CCF | Middle residential tier; outdoor use can push customers here. |
Residential water, 11+ CCF | $6.31 per CCF | Highest residential tier listed; check irrigation/leaks if reached unexpectedly. |
Residential sewer volume | $7.02 per CCF | Sewer can significantly affect high-bill months. |
Non-residential water | $3.31 per CCF | All non-residential water usage tier shown. |
Non-residential sewer | $7.02 per CCF | All non-residential sewer usage tier shown. |
Water sales tax | 9.25% | State-required sales tax assessed to all water sales. |
Water infrastructure replacement fee | 10% of water service charges | Dedicated funding for replacement of aging infrastructure. |
Sewer infrastructure replacement fee | 10% of sewer service charges | Dedicated sewer infrastructure funding. |
Residential stormwater <400 sq ft | $0.00 | Lowest impervious-surface category. |
Residential stormwater 400-2,000 sq ft | $1.50 | Lower residential stormwater tier. |
Residential stormwater 2,001-6,000 sq ft | $6.00 | Common residential stormwater tier. |
Residential stormwater >6,000 sq ft | $11.00 | Higher impervious-surface tier. |
Condominium stormwater | $3.00 per unit | Residential condominium stormwater line. |
Seasonal sewer tip: residential customers receive seasonal sewer billing / sprinkler adjustments from April through November. Metro’s assistance page says the winter quarter average for January, February and March plus 30% becomes the maximum sewer charge billed during that period.
High Bill, Leak Investigation, Meter Verification and Sprinkler Credit
Leak investigation
MWS lists plumbing leak investigation as a service available by calling 615-862-4600.
Meter reread
MWS lists meter reading verification and meter tests / exchanges among customer services.
Concealed leak
After a concealed leak is repaired, customers may provide type/date of repair and request review.
Sprinkler credit
Residential sewer charges are automatically adjusted April-November for water not expected to enter sewer.
High-bill clue | What to check | Next action |
|---|---|---|
Water usage increased | Compare current CCF to prior bills and check if usage moved into 7-10 or 11+ CCF tier. | Look for irrigation, guests, toilets, hose bibs, crawlspace leaks and water heater discharge. |
Summer bill spike | Portal notice warns customers may see higher bills with increased summer water use and tiered structure. | Check outdoor watering schedule and sprinkler heads. |
Sewer seems high in warm months | Residential sprinkler credit applies automatically April-November. | Ask MWS how winter quarter average and sprinkler credit were calculated. |
Meter reading looks wrong | MWS provides meter reread / verification and meter testing / exchange. | Call 615-862-4600 with account number and read-date concern. |
Possible private leak | Metro terms require customers to maintain plumbing free from leaks. | Repair quickly, save receipt and record repair type/date. |
Concealed leak repaired | Assistance page says you may be eligible for adjustment under MWS policy. | Email repair type/date and account number to the listed MWS email or call 615-862-4600. |
Bill due before adjustment | Metro says if the account is due before adjustment, pay in full to avoid late charges. | Pay or arrange service before waiting for review. |
Private sewer lateral issue | Sewer Service Line Assistance may help within public right-of-way/easement after plumber work and required release steps. | Read sewer line brochure and call 615-862-4600. |
24/7 Emergency: Leak, Broken Water Line, Sewer Overflow, Flooding or Drainage
Main emergency number
Call 615-862-4600 for emergency service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Stormwater maintenance
Call 615-862-4600 option 4 for drainage concerns, follow-ups and stormwater questions.
Stormwater pollution
Call 615-313-PURE or 615-880-2420 Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM; after hours call 615-862-4600 option 3 and mention Stormwater / Water Quality.
Emergency / field issue | Use this route | What to say |
|---|---|---|
Overflowing sewer | Call 615-862-4600 emergency service. | Give exact address, whether sewage is inside/outside, and whether it is active. |
Leak in street or meter box | Call 615-862-4600 emergency service. | Say whether water is in street, yard, meter box, sidewalk or near a hydrant. |
Broken water line in street or yard | Call 615-862-4600 emergency service. | Give cross street, water flow direction and safety hazard. |
Water outage | Check MWS outage map, then call if not shown or if urgent. | Report address, no-water/low-pressure status and neighbors affected. |
Urgent water-quality concern | Call 615-862-4600. | Describe color, odor, taste, all taps vs one tap, start time and nearby work. |
Emergency drainage/flooding | Call 615-862-4600 emergency service or stormwater option. | Explain whether water threatens a structure, roadway or public safety. |
Illegal dumping into storm drain | Call 615-313-PURE / 615-880-2420 during listed hours, or after-hours 615-862-4600 option 3. | Give location, material, time seen and whether it reached creek/stream/storm drain. |
Water Quality, Cumberland River Treatment, Lead and Service-Line Inventory
Two treatment plants
Metro Water Services operates K.R. Harrington and Omohundro water treatment plants.
System scale
MWS delivers about 109 million gallons of water per day through more than 3,000 miles of water main.
CCR report
The Consumer Confidence Report explains annual drinking-water quality and how MWS meets health standards.
Water-quality topic | What users should know | Best action |
|---|---|---|
Annual water quality report | MWS points customers to the Consumer Confidence Report at ccr.nashville.gov. | Read the current CCR before quoting contaminant results. |
Water treatment | K.R. Harrington and Omohundro plants serve the Nashville area. | Use MWS Water Quality Report and About pages for current plant/system facts. |
Service area | MWS provides water to Nashville/Davidson County and portions of surrounding counties; stormwater service is for Nashville/Davidson County. | Confirm provider if your address is near MSUD, HVUD or another district boundary. |
Lead prevention | MWS says it prevents metals from leaching, informs the community with service-line inventory and notifications, samples extensively and plans service-line replacement where needed. | Use the lead information page and service-line inventory tools. |
Lead information hotlines | MWS lead page lists National Lead Information Center and EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline. | Use official hotlines for health-focused lead questions. |
Urgent quality concern | Request Emergency Service page includes urgent water-quality questions under emergency service. | Call 615-862-4600 if water looks unsafe or changes suddenly. |
Outage / main break | Outage map shows active water-main breaks, investigations and repairs within the MWS service area. | Check map before calling, then call if your outage is not shown. |
Nashville MWS, MSUD, HVUD, NES or Another Provider?
Provider check before paying: this guide is for Metro Water Services. The MWS outage map note says it does not include Madison Suburban Utility District or Harpeth Valley Utilities District service areas. Electric service is Nashville Electric Service, not MWS.
Bill/provider clue | Why it matters | What to do |
|---|---|---|
Bill says Metro Water Services | Use mwsonline.nashville.gov and 615-862-4600. | Proceed with this guide. |
Madison Suburban Utility District | Separate utility; MWS outage map does not include MSUD. | Use MSUD contact and payment routes, not MWS. |
Harpeth Valley Utilities District | Separate utility; MWS outage map does not include HVUD. | Use HVUD contact and payment routes, not MWS. |
Nashville Electric Service | Electric account is separate from water/sewer/stormwater. | Use NES for power bill/outage. |
Apartment utility billing | Tenant may be billed by landlord or third-party billing company, not directly by MWS. | Ask for actual utility bill support, billing period and allocation method. |
Third-party payment page | May delay posting or add unnecessary fees. | Use MWS online bill pay, phone, kiosk, bank draft or mail address from official MWS page. |
Before You Call 615-862-4600: Prepare These Details
Call reason | Prepare first | Ask this exact question |
|---|---|---|
Payment not showing | Account number, amount, method, date/time and confirmation number. | “Has this payment posted, and is there still any late charge or disconnection risk?” |
Online login or registration | Latest bill, account number, mailing ZIP, last 4 SSN/TIN, email, error message. | “Can you verify what I need to register or recover my online account?” |
Start service | Service address, date needed, residential/commercial status and fee question. | “Is same-day service available, and is the fee $35 or $25 for a later date?” |
Transfer service | Old address, new address, transfer date and billing overlap question. | “Can you confirm the transfer date and confirmation number?” |
Terminate service | Account number, stop date, forwarding address. | “What is my confirmation number, and when should I expect the final bill?” |
High bill | Current/prior bills, CCF, meter access, leak repair notes, sprinkler use. | “Can MWS perform leak investigation, meter reread or meter test?” |
Concealed leak adjustment | Repair date, repair type, plumber receipt/photos, account number. | “Does this repair qualify for concealed leak adjustment review, and should I pay while it is pending?” |
Emergency leak/sewer/drainage | Exact address, cross street, active issue, safety risk. | “Can this be dispatched as emergency service now?” |
Metro Water Services Map, Payment Address and Contact Routes
Place / route | Address / phone | Use for |
|---|---|---|
Metro Water Services Customer Service Building | 1700 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208 615-862-4600 | Billing, account, kiosk, service requests, payments, leak/meter service and customer help. |
Payment mailing address | Metro Water Services, P.O. Box 305225, Nashville, TN 37230-5225 | Mail check/money order with bill stub. |
Online bill pay | mwsonline.nashville.gov/app | Premium Access login, Standard Access, Landlord Access and online account tools. |
Guest Pay | mwsonline.nashville.gov/app/capricorn?para=quickPay | Pay with account number and no registration. |
Phone payment / automated service | 615-862-4600 | Pay by phone, account info, hours and payment locations. |
24/7 emergency | 615-862-4600 | Overflowing sewer, street/meter-box leak, broken water line, flooding, drainage emergency, urgent water-quality/repair question. |
Stormwater pollution | 615-313-PURE or 615-880-2420 during listed weekday hours | Illegal dumping, wastewater discharge into storm drain, creek/stream pollution complaint. |
hubNashville / Metro routing | Dial 311 or 615-862-5000 | General Metro service contact if the issue is not direct MWS billing/emergency service. |
Nashville Water Utility FAQ
How do I pay my Nashville water bill online?
Use the official Metro Water Services online bill pay portal at mwsonline.nashville.gov. You can create Premium Access for full account tools, use Standard Access for limited balance/payment history, use Guest Pay with only a valid MWS account number, or use Landlord Access for multiple properties.
What is the Nashville Metro Water Services phone number?
Call Metro Water Services at 615-862-4600. The same number is used for customer service, automated phone payment and 24/7 emergency service for water, sewer, drainage and urgent water-quality issues.
Where is the Metro Water Services Customer Service Building?
The Customer Service Building is at 1700 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208. The online portal notice says the Customer Service Lobby is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where do I mail a Nashville water payment?
Mail payments to Metro Water Services, P.O. Box 305225, Nashville, TN 37230-5225. Include your bill stub and allow enough mailing time before the due date.
What fees apply to Nashville online water payments?
The MWS portal notice lists a card service fee of 2.8% with a $1.95 minimum. E-check / EFT payments have no fee, but returned EFT/check payments have a $30 returned-payment fee.
How do I start or transfer Metro Water service?
Call 615-862-4600 or use the official Request, Transfer or Terminate Service page. Residential customers pay $35 for guaranteed same-day service or $25 for any later day. Transfers use the same $35 same-day / $25 later-day fee structure.
How do I terminate Nashville water service?
Call the Customer Services Center the day before service should be discontinued. Ask for a confirmation number and keep it until the final bill is received.
What happens if my Metro Water bill is late?
Payment must be posted within 20 days of the bill date to avoid a late payment charge. The late charge is the greater of $2.50 or 5% of the current net bill, and accounts overdue for more than 20 days are subject to disconnection.
Does Metro Water offer leak adjustments?
Metro says customers concerned about leaks can call 615-862-4600 for field help. If a concealed leak occurred and was repaired, the customer may be eligible for adjustment under MWS policy; provide repair type/date and account number, and pay any due amount while review is pending to avoid late charges.
Who do I call for a Nashville water emergency?
Call 615-862-4600 for emergency service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Use it for overflowing sewer, leaks in the street or meter box, broken water lines, flooding, emergency drainage concerns, urgent repair questions and urgent water-quality concerns.
30-Second Nashville Water Utility Checklist
Pay online: mwsonline.nashville.gov → Premium Access, Standard Access, Guest Pay or Landlord Access → account number → payment → save confirmation.
Call: 615-862-4600 for billing, phone payment, start/transfer/terminate and 24/7 emergency service.
Visit: Metro Water Services Customer Service Building, 1700 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208. Portal notice lists lobby open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 AM-4 PM.
Mail: Metro Water Services, P.O. Box 305225, Nashville, TN 37230-5225.
Start/transfer: $35 same day or $25 for any later day for residential customers.
Late bill: payment must post within 20 days of bill date; late charge is greater of $2.50 or 5%.
Emergency: call 615-862-4600 for overflowing sewer, meter-box/street leak, broken water line, flooding, drainage emergency or urgent water-quality concern.

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