City of Mesa Utilities: Bill Pay, My Utility Account, Start Service and Emergency Help
Need to pay a City of Mesa utility bill, open My Utility Account, start or cancel service, report an outage, gas leak or water emergency? Start here with the official route for each task.
Mesa utilities may include electric, natural gas, water, wastewater, trash and recycling, so the right action depends on your address and the exact problem.
Choose Your City of Mesa Utility Task First
Select your situation below. This avoids sending every user to the same generic link when the real task may be bill pay, service start, electric outage, gas emergency, water issue or trash support.
Official City of Mesa Utility Links: Bill Pay, Account, Start Service and Emergency Help
Use these official routes based on the task. For urgent electric, gas or water problems, do not use a normal contact form.
City of Mesa Utilities Contact, Hours and Address
For general utility service, billing, connection/disconnection, unusual usage and payment processing, use the Contact Center. For electric, gas or water emergencies, use the emergency section below.
My Utility Account Login: What You Need Before Paying Online
The official online payment route uses the City of Mesa My Utility Account portal. New online users should be ready with the account number and service address ZIP code.
- Open the official portal.
Use My Utility Account from the City of Mesa website, not a search ad or unknown login page. - Create or sign in to your account.
New online customers may need the 12 or 13 digit utility account number, including the dash, and the service address ZIP code. - Check balance and due date.
Before paying, confirm the service address, balance, due date and payment method. - Save confirmation.
Keep the confirmation until the payment posts to your account.
City of Mesa Utility Bill Payment Options
Mesa provides several ways to pay. The best method depends on whether you need fast online access, recurring payment, cash payment, mail payment or in-person help.
| Payment method | Best for | What to do after clicking or choosing |
|---|---|---|
| Online payment | Fast account access and bill payment. | Log in to My Utility Account, review balance and submit payment. |
| SurePay / AutoPay | Automatic recurring monthly payment. | Use My Utility Account, open Bills & Payment, Payment, Auto Pay, select payment method and submit enrollment. |
| MesaNow mobile app | Paying by app, checking balance, due date and city issue reporting. | Open the official Ways to Pay page and use the App Store or Google Play app links shown there. |
| Self-service kiosk | Cash or card utility payment at kiosk locations. | Bring your bill or 12 to 13 digit account number. Kiosks do not dispense change. |
| Drop box | Check or money order payment without counter service. | Use official drop box locations. Do not leave cash in drop boxes. |
| Non-urgent check payment. | Include your bill stub. Do not mail cash. Send to City of Mesa, P.O. Box 1878, Mesa, AZ 85211-1878. | |
| Phone | Pay by phone or check balance without internet access. | Call 480-644-2221 and keep your 12 digit account number handy. |
| In person | Cash, check, money order or card payment with office access. | Visit 55 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 during Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. |
Start or Cancel City of Mesa Residential Utility Service
Starting or canceling service is different from simply paying a bill. Prepare the required information before contacting Mesa or visiting the office.
Before requesting new residential service
- Name of the applicant.
- Social Security number or other government-issued identification number.
- Identification document, such as approved driver’s license, passport, military ID or other accepted ID.
- Spouse or roommate names if applicable.
- Service address and mailing address.
- Home and work phone numbers.
- Place of employment.
- Email address and date of birth.
- Ownership papers or lease if requested.
| Fee or deposit item | Official amount or note | User reminder |
|---|---|---|
| Electric deposit | $265 | Deposit may be required before utility services are turned on. |
| Gas deposit | $125 | Applies when gas service is activated and deposit is required. |
| Water deposit | $100 | Water service may also have connection charges. |
| Wastewater deposit | $50 | Confirm total account setup cost with Mesa before service date. |
| Solid waste deposit | $60 | Applies to trash or solid waste service when required. |
| Administrative fee | $11 | Assessed to establish a utility account. |
| Same-day convenience fee | $55 | Normally service connects next business day; same-day request may cost extra. |
Report a City of Mesa Utility Emergency
Do not treat emergencies like normal billing questions. Use the correct emergency number based on electric, natural gas or water/sewer issue.
| Emergency type | Examples | Call immediately |
|---|---|---|
| Electric emergency | Power outage, tree touching power line, downed line, sparking transformer, exposed underground wire or line-related injury. | 480-644-2262 or 911 |
| Natural gas emergency | Gas leak inside or outside, damaged gas line, rotten egg odor, vegetation change, unusual pipeline sound or suspected CO poisoning. | 911 and 480-644-4277 |
| Water emergency | No water, low/high pressure, street water leak, damaged hydrant, sewer overflow, manhole dumping, unauthorized water use or water quality issue. | 480-644-2262 |
City of Mesa Power Outage and Downed Power Line Help
Mesa and SRP have different outage contacts. Use the correct number based on your electric service area.
- Check whether the outage is only your property.
If safe, check breakers and nearby homes. Do not touch utility equipment. - Use the correct service-area number.
Call Mesa for Mesa electric service area or SRP for SRP service area. - Report downed lines immediately.
Keep people, pets and vehicles away from the line. - Do not assume a line is harmless.
Phone, cable and power lines can be hard to identify after damage.
Water, Wastewater, Meter Leaks, Trash and Recycling Help
City of Mesa water and wastewater support is separate from trash/recycling requests. Use the right official route so the issue goes to the correct team.
Payment Help, Budget Plan, Senior Rate and Savings Programs
Before a bill becomes urgent, check official City of Mesa payment and savings programs. These links are useful for customers dealing with high bills, fixed income or seasonal utility spikes.
| Program or route | Best for | Official action |
|---|---|---|
| Payment Extension | Customers who need extra time on a utility bill. | Open Payment Extension |
| Budget Payment Plan | Customers who want more predictable monthly utility payments. | Open Budget Payment Plan |
| Limited Income Senior Rate Program | Eligible senior customers, especially for water-related assistance. | Open Senior Rate Program |
| Savings & Rebates | Customers trying to lower future electric, gas or water costs. | Open Savings & Rebates |
Useful savings and rebate topics to check
- Electric Vehicle Time of Use Rate.
- Natural Gas Appliance Rebate.
- Renewable Energy Service Rider.
- Electric Smart Peaks Program.
- Mesa Electric Shade Tree Program.
- Residential Grass-to-Xeriscape and Tree Bonus Incentive Program.
- Water Management for commercial customers.
City of Mesa Utilities Office Map
Use the map for navigation to the Municipal Building. For account-specific questions, use My Utility Account or call the Contact Center first.
Office address: 55 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201. Confirm current office availability on the official City of Mesa website before visiting.
City of Mesa Utilities FAQs
How do I pay my City of Mesa utilities bill online?
Use the official My Utility Account portal from the City of Mesa utilities website. You will need a portal login. New online customers may need the utility account number and service address ZIP code.
Where is the City of Mesa My Utility Account login?
The City of Mesa utilities page links to the My Utility Account portal for online bill payment and account access. Use the official portal only for balance, due date, payment and account actions.
What is the City of Mesa utilities customer service phone number?
For general utility service, billing, service connection or disconnection, unusual usage and payment processing, call the City of Mesa Contact Center at 480-644-2221. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How do I start or cancel City of Mesa residential utility service?
Use the official Start/Cancel Residential Service page. New residential service can be requested by phone or in person, and cancellation uses the official service cancellation form or in-person help when required information cannot be provided online.
What number should I call for a City of Mesa electric emergency?
For City of Mesa electric emergencies such as power outage, downed line, tree touching a power line, sparking transformer or exposed underground wire, call 480-644-2262 or 911 immediately.
What should I do if I smell natural gas in Mesa?
Leave the area immediately if you smell rotten egg odor, notice signs of a gas leak, hear unusual pipeline sounds or suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Call 911 and 480-644-4277 from a safe location.
How do I report a water emergency to City of Mesa?
For no water, low or high pressure, street water leaks, damaged fire hydrants, sewer overflow, illegal dumping in manholes, unauthorized use or water quality issues, call 480-644-2262.
Does City of Mesa charge a fee for credit or debit card utility payments?
Yes. City of Mesa states that a 2.37% service fee is charged when a credit or debit card is used for utility bill payments. Kiosk credit or debit card payments have a separate kiosk fee.
Can I request a City of Mesa utility payment extension?
Yes. The City of Mesa utilities page links to a Payment Extension Request. Customers with delinquent account questions, payment assistance, payment extensions, payment arrangements or returned checks can also use Credit Services.
What utilities does the City of Mesa provide?
The City of Mesa provides essential utility services including electricity and natural gas, water, wastewater, trash and recycling. Service availability may depend on the address and utility service area.
Official Source Note
This independent guide summarizes official City of Mesa utility pages to help customers reach the correct official action faster. It cannot take payments, access your account, start or cancel service, report emergencies, approve payment help or change your account for you.
| Official source | Used for |
|---|---|
| City of Mesa Utilities | Main utility hub, service categories, official payment, service, emergency, billing, trash, water, energy and contact links. |
| Ways to Pay Your Bill | Online payment, SurePay, MesaNow app, kiosk, drop box, mail, phone, in-person payments, fees and payment programs. |
| Start/Cancel Residential Service | Service request checklist, phone/in-person service request, deposits, fees, connection timing and cancellation details. |
| Report a Utility Emergency | Electric, natural gas and water emergency examples and emergency phone numbers. |
| Power Outage | Mesa and SRP outage reporting numbers and downed power line contacts. |
| Water & Wastewater | Water quality, wastewater, water conservation, meter/leak resources, water calculator, water contact details and water resources. |
| Savings & Rebates | Electric vehicle rate, natural gas appliance rebate, renewable energy rider, Smart Peaks, shade tree and xeriscape/water-saving programs. |
Last checked: July 4, 2026. Official page layouts, phone routing, fees, payment options, deposits and program rules can change. Always follow the latest information shown on the official City of Mesa website after clicking.