Request a water meter
Before we can turn on water for construction or new development occupancy, a water meter must be installed. You make this request and make payment online.
On this page
- Water meters for during construction
- Water meters for a new development before occupancy
- Fees and payment
- Contact us
Request a temporary meter for construction projects
What you need to request a water meter:
- the property address
- the building permit number and issue date
- the size you need. Options are: 5/8 inch, 1 inch or 1.5 inches
- the water supply size
Request a temporary water meter
Request a water meter for a new development
Each street address needs its own meter.
What you need to request a water meter:
- the property address
- the building permit number and issue date
- the water supply size
- the size of the domestic line
- details about the fixtures planned for the property
- the location of the water meter (is it in a pit)
- how the fire suppression system will be installed
You can also upload photos with your request.
Request a water meter for new development
Fees and payment
We will email you a quote, payment instructions and tell you how to get your meter.
The price depends on the meter size and what it costs the city to provide it.
Contact us
If you have questions requesting a water meter:
- call 519-886-2310
- email utilities@waterloo.ca