Start a New Service

How to Start a New Service

To set up or transfer service, complete the Utility Service Application and Customer Agreement provided as a pdf attachment below.  You will need to pay applicable service fees and deposits prior to Service Startup.

Please note: To transfer a service to another account location, the customer must be current on payment with no past due.  If there is a debt, it must be paid in full prior to service being transferred.  A new Utility Service Application and Customer Agreement must be completed.

What information will you (customer) need to provide?

• Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, or Tax ID number (if applicable)
• Address of the property to receive service(s)
• Valid identification (DOT or ID card, other form of Government ID, or passport)
• Mailing Address, Valid Phone Number, and Email address
• Proof of ownership or Rental Agreement
  • Acceptable Proof of Ownership Includes: a settlement statement/HUD statement, sales agreement contract, a tax notice for the property with the Customer’s Name matching ID, homeowner’s insurance policy with Name and Address of location, or deed/title to property
  • Acceptable proof of Rental includes: A rental agreement
• Requested Date Service is expected to begin.
• A credit check will be performed to determine Deposit Amount.
• Detailed Service Information/Specifications for each utility. Bamberg Board of Public Works does not determine size/flow rate/etc. of service needed for each application.  The applicant is responsible for this information.

Utility Service Application and Customer Agreement

Submit in Person:

City Hall | 2340 Main Highway | Bamberg SC | 29003 | Office Hours: 8:00 am–5:00 pm