Pay Your Phoenix Water, Sewer and Trash Bill or Report a Water Emergency Correctly
Phoenix residents do not receive a water-only bill in the same way many cities do. The City of Phoenix uses a City Services Bill that covers water, sewer and solid waste services, so customers should use the official Phoenix ePortal or City Services Bill page when paying or managing the account.
This guide helps you choose the right official action: pay online, use guest payment, sign up for AutoPay, start or stop service, understand a high bill, request help paying, or report a water or sewer emergency.
Pick the Phoenix City Services Action You Need
Phoenix water bill searches often mix together several different needs. Use the route below so you do not waste time on the wrong City page.
How to Pay Your Phoenix City Services Bill Online
The Phoenix City Services Bill is the official billing account for water, sewer and solid waste services. You can pay through the City’s ePortal, log in to manage your account, or use guest payment when you only need to make a quick payment.
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Open the official Phoenix ePortal.
Start here: Phoenix Customer Services ePortal. -
Choose login or guest payment.
Log in if you want account management, AutoPay, paperless billing or saved account access. Use guest payment if you only need to pay once. -
Enter the service address correctly.
The guest payment page asks for the service address as it appears on the top portion of your bill. Use abbreviations like W, N, St or Dr where required, and do not include city, state or ZIP. -
Review all City Services Bill charges.
Check water, sewer, solid waste, taxes, fees, amount due and due date before submitting payment. -
Save proof.
Keep your confirmation number, receipt email or screenshot until the payment appears on the account.
AutoPay, Paperless Billing and Account Management in Phoenix ePortal
Phoenix says the ePortal is the Customer Services online system where customers can pay the City Services Bill, sign up for AutoPay, enroll in paperless billing and manage account transactions.
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Log in to the Phoenix ePortal.
Use the official ePortal instead of a third-party bill payment site. -
Confirm the correct account.
Match the service address and account details before enabling any recurring payment option. -
Choose AutoPay carefully.
Review the payment method, debit timing and account rules before saving. -
Turn on paperless billing if useful.
Paperless billing may help if mail is delayed or you prefer email reminders. -
Watch the first payment cycle.
Keep checking your bill and bank/card account until you know AutoPay is working correctly.
Start, Stop or Transfer Phoenix Water, Sewer and Trash Service
Phoenix start/stop/transfer service is handled as part of the City Services account. The City states that a minimum of three business days is required for all service requests, and weekends and city holidays are excluded.
Service need |
Best first step |
Prepare before submitting |
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Start service |
Service address, move-in date, contact information, identification and billing details. |
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Stop service |
Submit the stop request at least three business days before your requested end date. |
Account details, stop date, forwarding address and final bill payment plan. |
Transfer service |
Use the City service request form and confirm both old and new service addresses. |
Old address, new address, move date and account holder information. |
Guest payment only |
Use payonline.phoenix.gov, not the start/stop form. |
Service address exactly as shown on the bill. |
Phoenix Water Emergency, Main Break, Overflow or Urgent Leak
A water or sewer emergency should not be treated like a billing question. Phoenix Water Services lists a 24/7 emergency hotline for water or sewer emergencies such as a main break or overflow.
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Call the emergency hotline first.
Use the 24/7 number for main breaks, sewer overflows, urgent water shutoff needs or serious leaks. -
Give a clear location.
Share the nearest address, cross street, landmark or location details so field crews can find the issue. -
Stay away from unsafe water.
Avoid contact with sewage, fast-moving street water or water near electrical hazards. -
Document safely.
Take photos only if it is safe and useful for your own records. -
Handle billing after the emergency.
If the issue affects your bill, contact customer service after the emergency is reported.
High Phoenix City Services Bill Checklist
A high Phoenix bill may not be caused only by water usage because the City Services Bill can include water, sewer, solid waste, taxes and fees. Start by separating the line items, then check for desert-climate water use such as irrigation and outdoor leaks.
Have this ready before calling Phoenix Customer Services
- Current City Services Bill and previous bill.
- Account number and service address.
- Payment confirmation if you recently paid.
- Photos or receipts if you found and repaired a leak.
- Notes about irrigation, pool filling, landscaping, guests or new tenants.
- Any recent trash/recycling service changes or fees.
Water and Sewer Rates, Sewer Fee Review and Bill Reading
If your bill looks confusing, the official City pages can help you understand the line items before you call. Phoenix provides resources for how to read the City Services Bill, current water and sewer rates, sewer fee review and ways to reduce water and sewer charges.
Topic |
Why it matters |
Official action |
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How to read your bill |
Helps identify account number, amount due, announcements and service charges. |
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Water and sewer rates |
Explains water rates, sewer rates, service charges and related billing details. |
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Sewer fee review |
Useful if a leak or unusual winter water use may have affected sewer charges. |
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High water bill help |
Phoenix provides leak and conservation guidance for high bills. |
Need Help Paying a Phoenix City Services Bill?
Phoenix provides financial assistance resources for customers who need help paying their City Services Bill. If you know the bill will be difficult to pay, act early instead of waiting for the account to become urgent.
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Review the current bill.
Separate water, sewer, trash, taxes and fees so you know what is driving the total. -
Open the official financial assistance page.
Use the City Services Bill assistance resources linked from the official Phoenix site. -
Gather account documents.
Keep your bill, account number, service address, ID, income information if requested and any notice you received. -
Ask about timing.
If the bill is close to due, ask whether a payment or arrangement is needed while assistance is reviewed. -
Keep copies.
Save applications, emails, confirmation numbers and notes from customer service calls.
Official Phoenix Water Services Links and Contacts
Use these official City of Phoenix resources for payment, account management, emergency reporting, service requests, rates, high bills and customer service.
Official City page for water, sewer and solid waste billing, account links and contact details.
Open City Services BillUse this to pay, manage your account, AutoPay and paperless billing.
Open ePortalOfficial guest payment page requiring service address as shown on your bill.
Open guest paymentUse this for moving in, moving out or transferring City Services.
Open service formCustomer service number, emergency hotline and contact information.
Open contact pageWater leak, service issues and emergency-water guidance.
Open service issuesMap: Phoenix City Hall
Phoenix City Hall is listed at 200 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003. For most water, sewer, trash and City Services Bill issues, call customer service or use the official ePortal first.
Phoenix Water Services Department FAQs
How do I pay my Phoenix water bill online?
Use the official City of Phoenix ePortal or City Services Bill page. Phoenix bills water, sewer and solid waste through the City Services Bill.
What is the Phoenix Water Services customer service number?
Call 602-262-6251 for City Services Bill questions, water/sewer/trash billing, account management and start/stop service help.
What is the Phoenix water emergency number?
Call 602-261-8000 for 24/7 water or sewer emergencies, including main breaks, overflows and urgent water shutoff needs.
What does the Phoenix City Services Bill include?
The City Services Bill includes water, sewer and solid waste services, plus related taxes and fees where applicable.
Can I pay my Phoenix City Services Bill as a guest?
Yes. The City has a guest payment page. Enter the service address as it appears on the top portion of your bill, using standard abbreviations and excluding city, state and ZIP.
Can I set up AutoPay for my Phoenix water bill?
Yes. The Phoenix ePortal allows customers to pay the City Services Bill, sign up for AutoPay, enroll in paperless billing and manage account transactions.
How do I start, stop or transfer Phoenix water service?
Use the official Start/Stop/Transfer City Services form. Phoenix says at least three business days are required for all service requests, excluding weekends and city holidays.
Why is my Phoenix water or City Services Bill so high?
Common causes include outdoor irrigation leaks, pool or landscaping use, running toilets, sewer charges, solid waste charges, taxes and fees. Review each line item before calling.
How do I report water waste or a leak in Phoenix?
Phoenix says leaks and water waste can be reported through its 24/7 leak reporting resources. For emergencies, call 602-261-8000.
Where is Phoenix City Hall?
Phoenix City Hall is located at 200 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003.
Is WaterBillGuide.us the official Phoenix Water Services website?
No. WaterBillGuide.us is an independent informational guide. It does not process payments, access accounts, start or stop service, dispatch crews or represent the City of Phoenix.
Best Next Step for Phoenix Water Customers
If your bill is normal, use the ePortal or guest payment page and save your confirmation. If you are moving, submit the start/stop/transfer request at least three business days ahead. If you see a water or sewer emergency, call 602-261-8000 immediately instead of using the billing page.
Editorial Review and Independent Guide Disclaimer
This replacement article was rewritten specifically for Phoenix, Arizona City Services Bill customers using official City of Phoenix Water Services, ePortal, Customer Services, start/stop/transfer, rates, service issue and high bill resources. It removes awkward “Department Phoenix Az” wording and focuses on practical user actions.
WaterBillGuide.us is not the City of Phoenix or Phoenix Water Services. We do not process payments, access accounts, start or stop service, approve assistance, dispatch crews or make billing decisions. For account-specific help, use the official Phoenix contacts and links above.
Official resources checked include City Services Bill, Phoenix ePortal, Pay City Services Bill, Contact Water Services, General Service Issues, Customer Services, Water and Sewer Rates, High Water Bill guidance and Start/Stop/Transfer Service resources.

Editorial Team
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The content on WaterBillGuide.us is researched and prepared by our editorial team. Our writers and researchers review publicly available information from official utility websites and service portals to create clear, step-by-step informational guides.
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