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City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities Call Center’s New Operating Hours

New hours for the DPU Call Center

Beginning Monday, March 3, the Department of Public Utilities Call Center will operate Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This modified schedule is shifting from the prior hours of closing at noon on Wednesdays, to now closing at 4 p.m. daily for ongoing training to improve customer service delivery.

The DPU Call Center is available to assist customers by phone at (804) 646-4646 or by email at dpucustserv@rva.gov. There is a five-business-day turnaround time for email requests to prioritize time for research and accuracy.

Customers are also encouraged to visit DPU’s website for billing inquiries as self-service options are available as well.

The DPU customer walk-in centers will maintain normal operating hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the following locations:

  • City Hall; 900 E. Broad Street, Room 115
  • East District Initiative; 702 N. 25th Street