If you’re an Oakland County resident with public water service, paying your water bill on time every quarter is essential to avoid disruptions. But you have several options to choose from to pay your Oakland County water bill in the way that’s most convenient for you.
In this guide, we’ll walk through the easiest ways to pay your Oakland County water bill, both online and offline. Follow these tips to keep your water flowing and avoid late fees.
Online Payment
The fastest and most convenient way to pay your Oakland County water bill is online through the Water Resources Commissioner website Here’s how it works
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Go to OaklandCountyWatercom and click on “Pay Water Bill Online”
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Enter your 10-digit account number with no dashes. Click “Next.”
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Select whether you want to pay the Current Balance or enter a Partial Payment amount.
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Enter your credit card or bank account details and click “Submit Payment.”
You’ll receive an email confirmation with your payment details. Online payments are processed immediately, so you can pay up until the due date without penalty.
Enroll in AutoPay
For even greater convenience, you can have your water bill paid automatically each quarter through Oakland County’s AutoPay program.
To enroll:
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Login to your account at OaklandCountyWater.com.
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Click on “AutoPay Program” and enter your details.
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Confirm your enrollment.
You’ll then receive emails each quarter when the automatic payment is processed. Simple!
Pay by Phone
If you prefer to pay your Oakland County water bill by phone, call 866-227-2115. You will need your account number, mailing zip code, and payment information ready when you call.
Phone payments are processed immediately, but note there is a $1.50 transaction fee that does not apply for online payments.
Pay by Mail
To pay your water bill by check or money order through the mail, fill out the payment stub attached to your paper bill and return it in the envelope provided. Be sure to mail at least 7-10 days before the due date to ensure on-time delivery.
Send payments to:
Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner
PO Box 538812
Livonia, MI 48153-8812
You can also drop off payments in-person at one of the Oakland County dropboxes located around the county.
Pay in Person
For cash payments, you can pay your Oakland County water bill in-person at any Authorized PayStation location. Bring your paper bill or know your account number. Payments are processed same-day.
Find PayStation locations at OaklandCountyWater.com/BillPayLocations or call 248-858-0487.
Payment Assistance Programs
If you are having trouble paying your water bill, Oakland County offers financial assistance programs:
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The Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP) provides bill payment assistance to low-income households. Apply through the Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency.
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The Water Customer Assistance Trust Fund provides emergency grants to customers in danger of water shutoff due to temporary financial hardship. You can apply directly through Oakland County.
Don’t wait until your water is shut off to seek help. Contact Oakland County’s customer service department right away if you anticipate difficulty paying your water bill on time going forward.
Avoid Late Fees and Service Disruption
Pay your Oakland County water bill by the due date every quarter to avoid a 10% late penalty and possible service interruption. Online or phone payments are processed immediately, so you can pay on the actual due date without issues.
By paying online and enrolling in autopay, you can set it and forget it. But Oakland County also offers flexible in-person, phone, and mail payment options. Choose the method that works best for your needs to pay your water bill quickly, easily, and on time every billing cycle.
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