At HomeGate Realty, we know that feeling truly at home goes beyond the four walls of your house—it’s about being connected to your community. Whether you’re new to the Reno/Sparks area or a longtime Northern Nevada local, having the right information at your fingertips makes all the difference.
That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of important local contacts to help make everyday life easier. Inside, you’ll find key phone numbers and websites for everything from utilities, internet, and cable providers to schools, city and county offices, police and fire departments, hospitals, and home warranty services.
Think of this as your one-stop reference for living well in Northern Nevada—a little local know-how, brought to you by the team that loves helping neighbors find their perfect place to call home.
Phone, Cable, Internet
Charter Communications 888-438-2427
AT&T 800-288-2020
Dish TV 888-656-2461
Direct TV 888-777-2454
Utilities
NVEnergy (Gas/Electric) 775-834-4444
Truckee Meadows Water Authority 775-834-8080
Washoe County Department of Water Resources 775-954-4601
City of Reno Sewer 775-334-2095
City of Sparks Sewer 775-353-2360
Waste Management (Garbage/Recycle) 775-329-8822
School Information
Washoe County School District 775-348-0200
University of Nevada, Reno 775-784-1110
Truckee Meadows Community College 775-673-7111
City and County
Reno 775-334-4636
Sparks 775-353-5555
Washoe County 775-328-6169
Washoe County Assessor 775-328-2277
Property Taxes 775-328-2510
Special Assessments 702-796-0082
County and State Offices
Regional Animal Services 775-353-8900
Washoe County Library System 775-327-8300
Washoe County Health Department 775-328-2400
Washoe County Poison Center 800-222-1222
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) 775-684-4368
United States Post Office 800-275-8777
Police/Fire (Non-Emergency)
Reno Police Department(Non-Emergency) 775-334-2175
Sparks Police Department(Non-Emergency) 775-353-2231
Nevada Highway Patrol 775-688-2500
Reno Fire Department(Non-Emergency) 775-334-2300
Sparks Fire Department(Non-Emergency) 775-353-2255
Hospitals
Renown Medical Center 775-982-4100
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center 775-770-3000
Northern Nevada Medical Center 775-331-7000
Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare 775-445-8000
VA Hospital 775-786-7200
Home Warranties
Fidelity Home Warranty 800-862-6837
Old Republic 800-445-6999
Miscellaneous
Better Business Bureau 775-322-0657
Job Opportunities in Nevada (JOIN) 775-336-4450
Reno Gazette Journal (local newspaper) 775-788-6397
Road Conditions 511 or 877-687-6237
At HomeGate Realty, we know that feeling truly at home goes beyond the four walls of your house—it’s about being connected to your community. Whether you’re new to the Reno/Sparks area or a longtime Northern Nevada local, having the right information at your fingertips makes all the difference.
That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of important local contacts to help make everyday life easier. Inside, you’ll find key phone numbers and websites for everything from utilities, internet, and cable providers to schools, city and county offices, police and fire departments, hospitals, and home warranty services.
Think of this as your one-stop reference for living well in Northern Nevada—a little local know-how, brought to you by the team that loves helping neighbors find their perfect place to call home.
📍 Bookmark this guide and share it with friends, family, and new neighbors—you never know when it’ll come in handy!
And if you’re considering a move, exploring new neighborhoods, or simply want to learn more about living in Northern Nevada, the HomeGate Realty team is always here to help.
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