Art Loera
Reno Tahoe Mortgages
NMLS #367308 · 775-404-0006 · aloera@prmg.net · renotahoemortgages.com
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Minden
Covers: Minden (Douglas County, NV)
Emergency: 911
For any life-threatening emergency (fire, medical, crime in progress), always call 911 first.
Utilities & Services
Electricity & Gas
NV Energy (Northern Nevada)
Note: Electricity for all of Northern Nevada. Also natural gas in the Reno-Sparks area. Start service online or by phone, 24/7.
Official site →Natural Gas
Southwest Gas
Note: Natural gas provider for most areas outside Reno-Sparks (Carson Valley, Dayton, Fernley and more). Confirm your address.
Official site →Water
Douglas County Water Utility
Note: Douglas County Public Works handles water for many Carson Valley areas. The Town of Minden (townofminden.com) and Gardnerville Water Co. run their own systems, confirm your address.
Official site →Sewer
Douglas County Sewer Utility / Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District
Note: Douglas County Public Works (1120 Airport Rd, Minden) and the Minden-Gardnerville Sanitation District handle sewer. Rural areas use septic.
Official site →Trash & Recycling
Internet
Internet Providers
- Xfinity / Comcast, 855-307-4896
- AT&T Fiber, 800-288-2020
- Spectrum, 855-860-9068
Note: Availability varies block by block, especially in rural areas. Check your exact address with each provider.
County & City Offices
Assessor (property value)
Douglas County Assessor
Note: Property values and assessment. Ask about the 3% homeowner tax cap when you buy.
Official site →Treasurer (pay tax)
Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer
Note: Pays property tax bills. Douglas County Courthouse, Minden.
Official site →Building Permits
Douglas County Building Department
Note: Building permits and inspections. Minden Permits office: 1625 8th Street.
Official site →Planning Department
Nevada DMV
Nevada DMV
Note: You have 30 days to transfer your license and register vehicles after moving to Nevada. Make an appointment online before you go.
Official site →Safety & Schools
Fire Department
East Fork Fire & Paramedic District
Note: Serves Minden, Gardnerville and the Carson Valley.
Official site →Police (non-emergency)
Douglas County Sheriff (non-emergency)
Note: Non-emergency line. Always call 911 for emergencies.
Official site →School District
Public Library
Voter Registration
Settling In
Truck & Moving Rental
Truck & Moving Equipment Rental
- U-Haul, uhaul.com, 800-468-4285
- Penske Truck Rental, pensketruckrental.com, 844-847-9577
- Home Depot Tool & Truck Rental, local stores
Note: Reserve early, trucks book out fast at month-end.
Hardware Stores
Hardware & Home Improvement
- The Home Depot, Reno, Sparks, Carson City
- Lowe's Home Improvement, Reno, Sparks, Carson City
- Ace Hardware, neighborhood locations across Northern Nevada
Note: For the first-week essentials: locks, batteries, furnace filters, tools.
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All numbers verified May 2026. Each links to the official source so you can always confirm. Reno Tahoe Mortgages is not affiliated with these agencies. This is a free service for home buyers.
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