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Frequently Asked Questions

Cross-Connection & Backflow Prevention

  1. What is a cross-connection?
  2. What is cross-connection control and why is it important?
  3. What is a cross-connection control program?
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Drinking Water

  1. Is my tap water tested?
  2. Why does my tap water taste like chlorine?
  3. What is the pH of my water?
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Lead in Water from Pipes & Plumbing

  1. What is lead?
  2. What is its history in water plumbing?
  3. Do the mains and service lines in Chesterfield County contain lead?
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Contact Us

  1. George B. Hayes

    Director of Utilities

  2. Utilities

    Email Department of Utilities

    Physical Address
    9840 Government Center Parkway
    Chesterfield, VA 23832


    9840 Government Center Parkway Chesterfield VA 23832
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    Mailing Address
    P.O. Box 608
    Chesterfield, VA 23832-0009

    Phone: 804-748-1271
    Fax: 804-751-4607

    More information about your water and wastewater service and COVID-19.

    Hours
    Monday - Friday 
    8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
    (excluding holidays)

    Water / Wastewater Emergencies
    Phone: 804-748-1310

    Billing & Accounts
    Email for Billing and Account Inquiries
    Phone: 804-748-1291

    Payments by Phone:
    Phone: 844-449-7664

    Technical Support for Online and Phone Payments:
    Phone: 800-420-1663 

    After Business Hours, Weekends & Holidays
    Phone: 804-744-1360

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About Utilities

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  2. General Information
  3. Informational Brochure (PDF)
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  1. Utilities Home
  2. Utilities COVID-19 Information
  3. Community Development ELM Information
  4. Community Development ELM Portal
  5. Pay My Bill Online
  6. High Usage & Leaks
    1. Utilities Home
    2. Water & Wastewater Leak Adjustment Request
  7. Commercial Customers & Developers
    1. Utilities Home
    2. Water & Sewer Specifications
    3. New Construction in Existing Commercial Buildings
    4. Obtain a Utilities Plan Approval
      1. Utilities Home
      2. Release to Construction
    5. Product & Design Review Committee
      1. Utilities Home
      2. Evaluation Process
    6. Industrial Pretreatment Program
      1. Utilities Home
      2. Pretreatment Program Components
        1. Utilities Home
        2. Cost Recovery / Surcharge Program
        3. Dental Practice Wastewater Discharge Program
        4. Fats, Oils, & Grease Program
        5. Wastewater Discharge Permits
    7. New Construction Services Connection (PDF)
    8. Water Meter Sizing (PDF)
  8. Residential Customers, Homeowners & Tenants
    1. Utilities Home
    2. Pay My Bill Online
    3. Payment Methods & Past Due Payments
    4. Moving in or Moving out
      1. Utilities Home
      2. Important Notice for All Property Owners & Tenants
      3. Utilities Application & Billing Procedures
    5. Calculate Your Water and Wastewater Bills (PDF)
    6. Residential Companion Meter for Irrigation Systems
    7. Water-wise Lawn and Landscape Care
    8. Help Relatives & Elders with Their Accounts (PDF)
    9. Prevent Frozen Pipes (PDF)
    10. Prevent Sewer Backups (PDF)
    11. Tips for a Healthy Lawn (PDF)
  9. Cross-Connection & Backflow Prevention
  10. Water & Sewer Specifications
  11. Advanced Metering
  12. Drinking Water & Water Resources
    1. Utilities Home
    2. Swift Creek Reservoir
    3. Water & Wastewater Systems
    4. Flushing Water Lines at Hydrants
    5. Water Quality Report
    6. Drinking Water
    7. The Story of Drinking Water
    8. Lead in Water from Pipes & Plumbing
    9. Appomattox River Water Authority
    10. Water Sampling Program (PDF)
    11. Water Sources Map (PDF)
  13. Rates & Fees
    1. Current Rates and Fees
    2. FY2022 Rates and Fees
  14. Frequently Asked Questions
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    Chesterfield, VA 23832
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