How do I obtain a final water bill when I sell my house?
  1. Final meter reads are scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

  2. Owner or Realtor must complete the online form and submit it to DPW within 5 days prior to the closing.

  3. The new owner’s name must be provided on the day the appointment is made.

  4.  A contact phone number must be provided.

  5. There will be a fee of $20.00 for the final reading included in the final bill amount.

  6. An appointment will be made only if the meter is over 10 years old.

  7. The final bills will be emailed after all the readings have been entered and the bill run is completed.

  8. The final bills may be:
    - Picked up in the office with a signature provided.
    - Sent by email with a delivery and read receipt requested.

  9. The final bill amounts are due within 30 days of the date the final bill is issued. The final bills must be paid with cash or certified check to the Treasurer’s office. There is a daily annum interest rate of 0.038% assessed by the Treasurer’s Office for each day the bill remains unpaid.

Show All Answers

1. How often do I receive my water and sewer bill?
2. How do I obtain a final water bill when I sell my house?
3. What if my meter isn't working?
4. What if there is a mistake on my bill?
5. MWRA Water Quality Report
6. What can I do to detect a leak at my property?
7. Is there a policy to seek relief on a high bill due to a leak on my property?