--- title: Setting Up Utilities in Reno and Sparks: Power and Water url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/utilities/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- Photo: Sarah Stierch (Missvain), CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - Setting up utilities in Reno and Sparks # Setting up utilities in Reno and Sparks Most Reno and Sparks homes get power from NV Energy and water from the Truckee Meadows Water Authority, and TMWA asks for five business days to process a stop request. Book both before moving day, since a utility bill in your name is also one of the two address proofs the DMV accepts. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Utilities are the one move task that has a hard order. Nothing else on the list works until the lights are on, and the license office wants a bill with your name and new address. This page covers who provides what, what the water authority says about starting and stopping service, and the watering schedule that surprises newcomers in their first summer. ## Who provides what Electric service in the Reno and Sparks area comes from NV Energy, and the company's site lists gas and electric pricing plans, including time-of-use options and an online comparison tool. Water comes from the Truckee Meadows Water Authority, called TMWA. Trash and recycling are handled by the franchise hauler for your address, covered on the [trash and recycling page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/trash-and-recycling/). Internet and phone providers vary by street, so check a provider's address lookup before you sign a lease. ## Starting, transferring and stopping water TMWA's start, stop or transfer page says new service and transfers are requested by phone, and a stop can be requested by phone or through My Account. When you stop service you must give a mailing address for the final bill. TMWA reminds customers that moving out is their responsibility to report, asks for five business days to process the request, and notes that you are responsible for all charges until service ends. That five day window matters if you are leaving a Reno address for another one. Call before packing day, not after, so the final bill goes to the right address. ## The order that works - Two to three weeks before the move, call or log in to NV Energy and TMWA and ask for service to start on the day you get keys. - Give each utility the date you want service, the service address and a mailing address for bills. - Keep the confirmation email or the first bill. It is a ready-made proof of address for the DMV. - Schedule internet installation for the same week, since installers often book ahead of move-in dates. - Cancel or transfer service at the address you are leaving, giving TMWA its five business days. - Keep a list of account numbers in your first-night box. The [first-night box guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/first-night-box/) covers what else belongs in it. ## Sprinkler rules every new homeowner should know TMWA runs an assigned-day watering plan for sprinklers. If the last digit of your address is even (0, 2, 4, 6 or 8), you may run sprinklers on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Odd addresses water on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Drip systems and hand watering with a hose are allowed any day. The water authority also asks customers to shut sprinklers off between 12 noon and 6 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and to rest them on Mondays, which is the day TMWA replenishes its system. A new yard that was installed over the winter will need a plan, and the TMWA page lists tips for efficient watering. ## Renters and owners Renters should ask the landlord which services are included before opening accounts, since some apartment communities bundle water or trash. Owners open every account in their own name. In Reno about half of households rent, so the question comes up often. The [renting page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/renting-in-reno/) adds more. If you are moving in with a truck on the same day, confirm that power is on before the crew arrives. Loading a house with no lights is slower for everyone. Our [guide to transferring utilities](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/transferring-utilities/) has a checklist for the old address as well. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Start, Stop or Transfer Service](https://tmwa.com/start-stop-or-transfer-service/) - [Truckee Meadows Water Authority, Assigned-Day Watering](https://tmwa.com/article/assigned-day-watering/) - [NV Energy, Start, Stop or Transfer Service](https://www.nvenergy.com/account-services/startstoptransferservice) ### Licensed movers U.S. DOT No. 30611 MC-109375 Nevada CPCN 1070 Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's) Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955 [Check our USDOT record](https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=30611) · [Ready to Move? (FMCSA)](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) [Licenses and authority](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Trash, recycling and bulky pickup in Reno and Sparks](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/trash-and-recycling/) - [How to transfer utilities when you move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/transferring-utilities/) - [Getting a Nevada driver's license and REAL ID](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/drivers-license/) - [New Nevada resident checklist: first 30, 60, 90 days](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/) Moving to Reno guides ## Read next - [Schools and enrolling kids (Washoe County School District)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/schools/) - [Registering to vote in Nevada](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/voter-registration/) - [The Nevada homestead exemption](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/homestead-exemption/) - [Reno weather and climate by month](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/weather-and-climate/) - [Living at 4,500 feet: altitude and moving](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/altitude/) - [Winter driving and chain controls around Reno and Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/winter-driving/) - [Wildfire smoke season: what newcomers should know](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/wildfire-smoke-season/) - [Reno housing: owning vs renting (Census data)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/housing-market/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Who supplies electricity in Reno and Sparks? NV Energy provides electric service in the area, and its website lists pricing plans for electric and gas customers. ### Who supplies water? The Truckee Meadows Water Authority. New service and transfers are requested by calling TMWA, and stops can also be made through My Account. ### How far ahead should I schedule service? TMWA asks for five business days to process a stop request. For starting service, allow a couple of weeks so that the account is active when you pick up the keys. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) C Christy R. March 25, 2023 All of the above! Have used o'briens several times in the past and always had great timely service! ### Owner's reply Christy thank you so much, not just for the 5 star review but also for continuing to stay a O'Brien's Customer. We appreciate your repeat business and you know we love talking with you anytime! You know where to find us when you need us! J Jessica D. February 14, 2023 I have always had a really good experience with Obriens delivery service. I've been a girl scout volunteer for 6 years now and they are always very friendly and helpful. Thank you for all you do!! ### Owner's reply Jessica, thank you so much for the kind words. We love the Girl Scout cookie distribution time. It gives us the chance to interact with you ladies that are out there making a difference in our community every day! Thank you for everything you do. A Ami M. February 7, 2023 O'Brien's is great! They made my move easy. They were responsive, professional and accommodating. Trusting them with my move was one less thing I had to worry about. ### Owner's reply Ami thank you so much! It was a pleasure to assist you with your move and knowing that we were able to lessen any stress you may have had with the moving process, makes us so happy!! If you need anything in the future please let us know. ## Get a long-distance estimate Tell us where you are going. The estimate for a long-distance move starts with a survey of your Reno-area home. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070