How to transfer ownership on Ningbo Water Network
Recently, the digitalization process of water services in Ningbo has accelerated, and water meter transfer has become a hot topic of public concern. This article combines popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the detailed process, required materials and common questions for Ningbo water meter transfer, to help citizens complete the business efficiently.
1. Background of hot topics across the Internet

According to monitoring, in the past 10 days, the search volume related to "Ningbo water meter transfer" has increased by 35% month-on-month, mainly focusing on the following issues:
| Popular questions | frequency of occurrence |
|---|---|
| Online transfer steps | 1,200+ times |
| List of materials required for transfer | 980+ times |
| What should I do if the original head of household cannot cooperate? | 650+ times |
2. Guide to the whole process of Ningbo water meter transfer
1. Offline processing method
| steps | Operation content | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bring the materials to Ningbo Water Affairs Business Hall | There are 18 processing points in the city (see official website for details) |
| 2 | Fill out the "Water Ownership Transfer Application Form" | Both parties need to sign and confirm |
| 3 | Pay water bills and transfer fees | Support scan code payment |
2. Online application process (recommended)
| platform | Operation path | Processing time limit |
|---|---|---|
| Zhejiang Office APP | Search for "water meter transfer" → Upload materials → Face recognition | Within 1 working day |
| Ningbo Water Affairs official website | Personal Center→Business Processing→Online Transfer | Within 2 working days |
3. List of necessary materials
| Material type | Specific requirements | Special case handling |
|---|---|---|
| Copy of real estate certificate | Property owner information needs to be clearly displayed | If the new house is not certified, you can rely on the purchase contract |
| Original ID card | Both new and old household heads are required to provide | A notarized statement is required if the original head of household loses contact. |
| Water meter photos | Full display of meter number and reading | If you have an old water meter, please contact customer service for assistance. |
4. Solutions to high-frequency problems
1. What should I do if the original head of household cannot be present?
Unilateral transfer can be carried out with a notarized power of attorney or court judgment, and an additional "Water Transfer Statement" is required (the template can be downloaded from the official website).
2. How to deal with historical arrears?
The system will automatically generate a list of arrears, and the new household owner can choose: ① Ask the original household owner to settle the bill; ② Negotiate for apportionment; ③ Apply to the water company for dispute resolution.
3. What should I do if my water bill is abnormal after transfer?
Suggestions: ① Check the water meter reading record when transferring ownership ② Check whether there is pipe leakage ③ Call 96390 to apply for review.
5. Latest policy reminder (updated in 2023)
1. From now until December 31, the 15 yuan handling fee is waived for online transfers
2. Commercial water transfer requires an additional business license
3. Smart water meter users can check the transfer progress in real time
Through the above structured data guide, we hope to help Ningbo citizens quickly complete the water meter transfer business. It is recommended to give priority to online processing channels to save time and cost. If there are special and complex situations, you can call Ningbo Water Service Hotline 96390 and transfer to manual consultation.
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