Daytona Beach Water Utility Help: Pay, Log In, Call, Start Service or Report a Leak
Use this page as a fast help desk for City of Daytona Beach utility billing. It covers online payment and login, start/stop/transfer service, Utility Billing phone, City Hall drop box, disconnection warnings, payment plans, financial assistance, high-consumption checks, water meter replacement, water quality and emergency utility contacts.
Quick Answer: Daytona Beach Utility Contacts
Need |
Use this official route |
Have ready |
Do not miss |
|---|---|---|---|
Pay online / view bill / login |
Utility account information, service address, payment method, bill amount. |
The online portal is also the official route to pay/view bills and to stop, start or transfer service. |
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Billing phone / disconnected service |
Account number, address, payment confirmation, notice, ID if visiting. |
If disconnected due to non-payment, call during business hours and speak with a representative. |
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Same-day payment credit |
Pay during Utility Billing business hours. |
Payment confirmation and exact time paid. |
Payments made after 4:30 PM are credited the following day. |
Drop box |
Night depository drop box on the east side of City Hall. |
Bill stub/account number, check or money order. |
Not the best route if service is already disconnected or cut-off is close. |
Water/sewer/stormwater emergency |
Exact location, cross street, time started, photos only if safe. |
Use for active water breaks, utility field emergencies, sewer concerns or stormwater/drainage emergencies. |
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Payment plan |
Account holder name, service address, phone, email, account number, amount/date you can pay. |
The agreement does not go into effect until confirmed by a customer service representative. |
Important shutoff warning: Daytona Beach says making a payment online will not stop a scheduled service disconnect, restore service disconnected for non-payment, or avoid late fees and penalties when paying after the due date. Call 386-671-8100 if your account is already disconnected or close to shutoff.
Official Daytona Beach Utility Info Box
Utility Billing Office
Address:
301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Room 176
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: 386-671-8100
Fax: 386-671-8115
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
Utilities Administration
Address:
125 Basin Street, Suite 204
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: 386-671-8824
Use for department-level water, wastewater, stormwater and utility operations routing.
24/7 Utility Emergency
Emergency phone: 386-671-8815
Use for active water, sewer, stormwater or field-operation emergencies when a normal billing call is not enough.
Contact / route |
Official detail |
Use for |
Before contacting |
|---|---|---|---|
Utility Billing |
386-671-8100; 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Room 176. |
Bill pay, opening an account, discontinuing service, payment posting, disconnect questions, late fees, online account help. |
Account number, service address, bill, payment proof. |
Utility Billing email / online request |
UBemail@daytonabeach.gov and official contact form routes. |
Non-urgent billing questions, estimated billing, meter-reading concerns, document follow-up. |
Do not email urgent water main breaks or sewer backups. |
After-hour / 24/7 emergency |
386-671-8815. |
Water break, major leak, utility field emergency, stormwater/drainage emergency, urgent utility issue. |
Exact location, nearest cross street, hazard details. |
Water Utilities Administration |
125 Basin Street, Suite 204; 386-671-8824. |
Department administration, water-quality report questions, utility operations routing. |
Specific topic, address, report or concern. |
Water Utilities Field Operations |
386-671-8815; fax 386-671-8533. |
Field water/sewer service issues, urgent utility dispatch, water distribution or meter field concerns. |
Describe whether issue is inside property, at meter, in street or at storm drain. |
FOG Program |
3651 LPGA Blvd.; 386-671-8987. |
Fats, oils and grease permitting / food service grease separator questions. |
Business name, location, kitchen/grease device details. |
Pay or Log In: Exact Daytona Beach Steps
Open the official portal
Start from codb.us/payutilitybill or the Pay Utility Bill link on the City website. Use this route to pay or view bills and to stop, start or transfer service.
Match account details
Confirm account number, service address, customer name, current amount, unpaid balance, due date and whether the bill includes water, sewer, stormwater and garbage collection fees.
Pay before 4:30 PM for same-day credit
The City says payments made after 4:30 PM are credited the following day. To avoid a late fee, pay during business hours and keep proof.
Call if service is disconnected
If service has been disconnected due to non-payment, call 386-671-8100 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, and speak with a Customer Service Representative.
Payment / account route |
Official detail |
Best for |
Watch out |
|---|---|---|---|
Online payment / login |
Pay/view bill, register account, start/stop/transfer service. |
Online payment does not restore disconnected service or stop a scheduled disconnection. |
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Phone payment / billing call |
Disconnected service, urgent posting question, account help, payment confirmation, service setup. |
Call during Utility Billing hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. |
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City Hall drop box |
Night depository drop box on the east side of City Hall. |
After-hours check or money-order payment. |
Do not use for urgent reconnect without calling. |
Mail / paper bill |
Use the payment instructions on your latest City bill. |
Normal bills with time before due date. |
If you do not receive your bill during the normal billing time, contact Customer Service. |
Payment plan |
Extra time to pay total balance or splitting balance over time. |
Submitting the form requests a representative contact; it is not active until confirmed. |
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Paperless statement |
Use the official paperless-statement link from Utility Billing quick links. |
Reducing missed mail and keeping bills easy to access. |
Still monitor due date and unpaid balance. |
Official payment links:
Late Bills, No Door Hangers, Payment Plans and Reconnection
No door tags
Daytona Beach no longer hangs door tags for delinquent water utility accounts. Do not wait for a door hanger before acting on a late bill.
Late timing
Monthly utility bills are mailed 20 days before payment is due. On the 21st day, a 10% late fee is assessed.
Payment plan
You can request extra time or installment payments through the Utility Billing Agreement form, but the plan starts only after a representative confirms it.
Account status |
Official rule / route |
Action now |
|---|---|---|
Current bill not yet due |
Pay by due date to avoid late charges and service interruption. |
Pay online, by phone, mail, automatic payment, in person or drop box. |
Payment not received within 20 days |
10% late fee is assessed on the 21st day. |
Pay during business hours if you need same-day credit. |
Next month’s bill issued with unpaid balance |
Customers have 10 days to pay unpaid balance before service is interrupted. |
Call 386-671-8100 and ask for exact amount and deadline. |
Scheduled disconnect |
Online payment will not stop a scheduled service disconnect due to non-payment. |
Call Utility Billing and speak with a representative. |
Already disconnected |
Online payment will not restore service disconnected due to non-payment. |
Call 386-671-8100 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. |
Need extra time |
Payment-plan form asks whether you need extra time or need to split a balance over time. |
Submit form and wait for customer service confirmation before assuming protection. |
Start, Stop or Transfer Daytona Beach Utility Service
Start service
- Open the official utility billing portal.
- Use the Start New Service route.
- Prepare service address and move-in date.
- Prepare account holder name and contact details.
- Have ID/ownership/lease details ready if requested.
- Call 386-671-8100 if portal setup is unclear.
Stop / discontinue service
- Use the stop/discontinue service route from the portal or billing page.
- Prepare stop date.
- Prepare forwarding address.
- Ask how final bill will be sent.
- Cancel automatic payment if active.
- Keep final confirmation.
Transfer service
- Use the same online utility route for transfer.
- Prepare old and new service addresses.
- Prepare transfer date.
- Confirm any unpaid balance.
- Ask if meter read or deposit changes apply.
- Save confirmation number.
Move timing tip: if the portal route does not clearly confirm your start, stop or transfer date, call Utility Billing at 386-671-8100 before the move date. A missed final-bill or start-service step can create late fees or service interruption.
24/7 Emergency, Water Break, Sewer Issue or Storm Drain Problem
24/7 emergency
Call: 386-671-8815
Use for urgent water, wastewater, stormwater or utility field problems.
Stormwater / drainage
The Utilities Department inspects and maintains city-owned ditches, canals, storm drain pipes and inlets.
Report blocked drains, illegal discharge or urgent drainage issues through official utility/emergency routes.
Report a concern
For non-emergency complaints or concerns, the City links to REPort a Concern through SeeClickFix.
For active emergencies, call instead of submitting an online concern.
Problem |
Best route |
Say this first |
Details to collect |
|---|---|---|---|
Water main break / water in street |
Call 386-671-8815. |
“Water is running/bubbling at [location].” |
Cross street, flow direction, road hazard, time started. |
No water / very low pressure |
Call 24/7 emergency or Utility Billing depending on urgency. |
“All taps / some taps at [address] have no water or low pressure.” |
Neighbors affected, nearby work, meter replacement, cut-off notice. |
Sewer backup or overflow |
Call 386-671-8815 if active or dangerous. |
“Wastewater is backing up into [floor drain/toilet/tub/yard].” |
Address, fixtures affected, whether water use worsens it. |
Blocked storm drain / flooding |
Call emergency for urgent flooding or use REPort a Concern for non-emergency issue. |
“Stormwater is backing up near [street/inlet/canal].” |
Photos only if safe, drain location, flood depth, traffic hazard. |
Illegal discharge into storm drain |
Contact Utilities Dispatch at 386-671-8815. |
“I am reporting possible discharge into a storm drain at [location].” |
Material, source, time, vehicle/company if visible and safe. |
Water meter replacement problem |
Call installer 877-860-VEPO (8376) for leak/pressure after installation; use City emergency for major disruption. |
“This began after meter replacement at [address].” |
Door hanger, installation date, issue type, photos. |
Emergency rule: if water is actively flowing in the street, sewage is backing up, a storm drain is flooding property, or water service suddenly fails, call the 24/7 emergency number instead of waiting for email or online form response.
High Daytona Beach Water Bill: Local Leak Checklist
Local usage clue
Daytona Beach’s high-consumption guide says the average person in Daytona Beach uses about 100 gallons per day, or just over 3,000 gallons per month.
Meter leak test
Turn off all water, read the meter, then check the flow indicator. Movement can mean a leak inside the house.
Toilet leak
The City guide says an average leaky toilet can waste about 200 gallons per day and more than 6,000 gallons per month.
Irrigation clue
Broken sprinkler heads can waste large amounts of water quickly and can raise both water and sewer charges because sewer is calculated using water consumption.
Check |
What to look for |
Proof to collect |
Ask Utility Billing |
|---|---|---|---|
Water meter |
Flow indicator moving while all water is off; read changes after at least one hour with no water use. |
Meter photos before/after no-use period. |
“Was this an actual, estimated, true-up or new-meter reading?” |
Toilet |
Silent leak, periodic refill, flapper issue, chain caught, color appearing in bowl during dye test. |
Dye-test photo, repair receipt, date fixed. |
“What review is available after documented leak repair?” |
Faucets and pipes |
Drips, watermarks on walls/ceilings, water under sinks, pressure-relief valve leak. |
Photos, plumber invoice, hardware receipt. |
“Could this explain the consumption spike?” |
Yard / outside hose bib |
Wet spot, surface flow, algae, leak around hose bib or backflow preventer. |
Photos, repair notes, date discovered. |
“Is the leak on customer side or City side of meter?” |
Irrigation |
Broken/missing sprinkler head, faulty irrigation valve, zones running too often. |
Controller screenshot, irrigation repair invoice. |
“Can sewer billing be reviewed if water did not enter the sewer?” |
Meter replacement |
Bill change after new meter installation or estimated-bill true-up. |
Installation notice, old/new bill comparison. |
“Did the new digital meter record more accurate consumption than the old meter?” |
Official high-consumption resources:
Water Meter Replacement and Estimated Bill Questions
Residential meter project
Daytona Beach is replacing residential water meters. Crews may visit about 15,000 addresses, though not every visit means replacement.
Customer notice
Customers should receive notice before meter work. VEPO installers use marked vehicles, uniforms and ID cards.
After-installation problem
If you experience a leak, low pressure or another issue after installation, call 877-860-VEPO (8376). For major emergencies, use City Dispatch at 386-671-8815.
Meter question |
Official guidance |
What to do |
|---|---|---|
Does installer need inside my home? |
No. The City says the installer does not need to enter your home. |
If someone insists on entering, refuse and call police or 911 if it is an emergency. |
How long does replacement take? |
Typical change-out takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour. |
Keep meter area clear and refrain from using water during installation. |
Why did my bill change after replacement? |
The City notes old meters may not have fully registered water use, while new meters may record consumption more accurately. |
Compare before/after usage and call Utility Billing at 386-671-8100 if concerned. |
What is an estimated bill? |
A bill may be estimated when a meter reading cannot be obtained due to weather, access or technical issues. |
When an actual read is acquired, the account is adjusted through a true-up. |
Water is discolored after replacement |
The City says temporary air bubbles or discolored water can happen after water is turned off during change-out. |
Briefly run cold water to clear it up. |
Water Quality Report, CCR and Drinking-Water Questions
2025 report released in 2026
The City announced that the Utilities Department released its Water Quality Report analyzing drinking water collected during 2025.
What it covers
The report is designed to explain water quality, source water, treatment, conservation tips and Fats, Oils and Grease program information.
Report contact
Utilities Department:
125 Basin St., Suite 204
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: 386-671-8824
Water-quality question |
Where to check |
What to do next |
|---|---|---|
Latest annual report |
Open the latest year first and compare with older reports only if needed. |
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2024 report data |
City’s 2024/2025 Water Quality Report pages. |
Review contaminant table, source-water notes, FDEP assessment and contact section. |
Unusual taste, odor or color |
Call Utilities or emergency dispatch if urgent. |
Note whether hot/cold/all taps are affected, start time and nearby work. |
Chloramine or compliance notice |
Check official City water-quality notices and regulatory-compliance contacts. |
Use City instructions, not social-media screenshots. |
Boil-water advisory |
Check City news/alerts and official pages. |
Verify whether your specific address is included and whether notice is active or rescinded. |
EPA annual-report context |
EPA Consumer Confidence Report resources. |
Use EPA for general CCR understanding; use Daytona Beach pages for local account/action steps. |
Official water-quality links:
Sewer, FOG, Stormwater and Drainage Help
FOG protection
Daytona Beach’s Fats, Oils and Grease program is designed to protect the sewer system and local environment from FOG pollutants that can cause sewer blockages or overflows.
Storm drains
The Utilities Department maintains city-owned ditches, canals, storm drain pipes and inlets. Keep drains clear and report blocked or polluted stormwater conveyances.
Urgent sewer issue
For sewage backup, sewer overflow, utility field hazard or stormwater emergency, call 386-671-8815.
Issue |
Best route |
What to say / prepare |
|---|---|---|
Sewer backup inside property |
Call emergency dispatch if active; also document and call plumber if private lateral may be involved. |
Address, affected fixture, backup level, whether neighbors are affected. |
Grease-related business question |
FOG Program at 386-671-8987. |
Business type, kitchen setup, grease interceptor/separator details, permit question. |
Blocked storm drain |
Emergency number if flooding; REPort a Concern if non-emergency. |
Drain/inlet location, photos, flood depth, safety issue. |
Illegal discharge into storm drain |
Utilities Dispatch at 386-671-8815. |
Location, material, source, vehicle/company if visible and safe. |
Food service grease device |
FOG permitting/process links from City FOG page. |
Facility name, address, grease device, pumping records, inspection issue. |
Official sewer/stormwater links:
Financial Assistance and Utility Payment Help
United Way
Daytona Beach’s Financial Assistance page lists United Way 2-1-1 and 211live.org as assistance routes.
Volusia County Utility Assistance
Electric and water assistance is available to eligible low-income households with a past-due balance. Appointment line listed: 386-239-7757.
Past-due account
Call Utility Billing at 386-671-8100 before assuming outside assistance or an online payment will stop service interruption.
Help type |
Who to contact |
Prepare first |
|---|---|---|
Extra time / installment request |
Utility Billing Agreement form and Utility Billing office. |
Account holder name, service address, phone, email, account number, date/amount you can pay. |
Low-income past-due assistance |
Volusia County Utility Assistance at 386-239-7757. |
Past-due utility bill, income documents, household details, ID. |
Referral search |
Call 2-1-1 or visit 211live.org. |
ZIP code, shutoff notice, household size, income, urgent need. |
Disconnected / cut-off risk |
Call 386-671-8100. |
Exact balance, payment plan request, assistance status, payment proof. |
Rates, Fees and 2025/2026 Bill Context
2025/2026 rate packet
The City’s utility fee packet states utility rates increased by CPI of 4.9% effective October 1, 2025.
Capital and stormwater changes
The same packet states connection-capital facilities fees and stormwater increased by CPI of 4.9% effective October 1, 2025.
Combined utility bill
Monthly utility bills can include water, sewer, stormwater and garbage collection fees. Partial payments may apply by City rules and service class.
Rate-check tip: use the official Water & Sewer Rates 25/26 packet for exact meter-size, inside/outside city and service-class charges. For a live balance, use your current bill or call 386-671-8100.
Official rate links:
Map, City Hall, Utility Billing Office and Drop Box
Use City Hall Room 176 for Utility Billing questions, payment help, disconnected-service routing, account start/stop/transfer support and in-person questions. The night depository drop box is on the east side of City Hall.
Location |
Address |
Use for |
Bring / know |
|---|---|---|---|
Utility Billing Office |
301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Room 176, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 |
Bill pay, payment posting, disconnected account, start/stop/transfer support, late fee questions. |
Account number, service address, bill copy, ID, payment proof. |
City Hall night depository |
East side of City Hall |
After-hours payment drop-off. |
Use bill stub/account number. Call if service is already disconnected. |
Water Utilities Administration |
125 Basin Street, Suite 204, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 |
Utilities Department administration, water quality questions, operations routing. |
Specific issue, address, report year or concern. |
FOG Program |
3651 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32115 |
Food-service FOG permitting, grease separator/interceptor program. |
Business name, address, device details, permit question. |
Daytona Beach Water Utilities FAQ
What is the Daytona Beach water bill phone number?
Call Utility Billing at 386-671-8100 for water, sewer, stormwater and garbage utility billing questions, payment posting, start/stop/transfer service, late fees and disconnected service help.
How do I pay my Daytona Beach water bill online?
Use the official City link at codb.us/payutilitybill. The portal is used to pay or view bills and to stop, start or transfer service.
What happens if I pay after 4:30 PM?
Daytona Beach says payments made after 4:30 PM are credited the following day. To have payment credited the same day and avoid a late fee, pay during business hours.
Will online payment restore disconnected water service?
No. The City says making a payment online will not restore service disconnected due to non-payment. Call Utility Billing at 386-671-8100 during business hours and speak with a customer service representative.
What is the Daytona Beach 24/7 utility emergency number?
Call 386-671-8815 for 24/7 utility emergencies, including urgent water, sewer, stormwater or field-operation concerns.
Where is the Daytona Beach Utility Billing office?
The Utility Billing office is at 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Room 176, Daytona Beach, FL 32114. Utility Billing hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
Does Daytona Beach still hang door tags for late utility bills?
No. The City says it no longer hangs door tags for delinquent water utility accounts. Customers should pay by the due date or contact Utility Billing before service interruption.
How much is the late fee?
The City says monthly bills are mailed 20 days before payment is due, and a 10% late fee is assessed on the 21st day if payment is not received.
What should I do about a high water bill?
Check the meter, toilets, faucets, irrigation, outdoor hose bibs, pools, water heaters and meter-replacement timing. Daytona Beach’s high-consumption guide says meter movement while all water is off can indicate a leak.
Where can I find Daytona Beach water quality reports?
Use DaytonaBeach.gov/WaterQualityReport or the City’s water-quality report pages. For report questions, contact the Utilities Department at 125 Basin Street, Suite 204, or call 386-671-8824.
30-Second Daytona Beach Utility Checklist
Paying? Use codb.us/payutilitybill → pay before 4:30 PM for same-day credit → save confirmation.
Disconnected? Online payment will not restore service. Call 386-671-8100 and speak with Utility Billing.
Emergency? Call 386-671-8815 for water, sewer, stormwater or urgent field issues.
High bill? Check meter movement, toilets, irrigation, outdoor leaks and meter-replacement timing before calling.
Need help paying? Request a payment plan, call 2-1-1, or contact Volusia County Utility Assistance at 386-239-7757.

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