How to Pay Your Harris County MUD 157 Water Bill

Paying your water bill to Harris County MUD 157 is easy when you know all the options. As a customer of MUD 157, you have several convenient ways to pay each month – online, by phone, automatic payments, in person and more. This guide will walk through the various payment methods so you can choose what works best for you.

Setting Up Online Account Access

The easiest way to manage your Harris County MUD 157 water account is online You’ll need to register your account first at www,mdswater,com before you can view bills and make payments,

Have your account number handy when you register online You can find this printed on your monthly paper bill,

Benefits of Online Account Access

Once registered you can

• View water usage and billing history
• Set up autopay for automatic payments
• Receive emails about your account
• Go paperless to save time and trees

Online account access makes managing your MUD 157 water bill quick, easy and efficient. I recommend all customers register to unlock the full suite of online features.

Paying Your Bill Online

The online payment portal allows fast and secure one-time payments 24/7. You don’t need an account to pay as a guest.

There are two ways to pay online:

Credit/Debit Card

• $3.50 per transaction up to $500
• $5.95 per transaction from $500 – $5,000

eCheck

• Flat $3.50 per transaction

Have your payment info ready as well as your account number to complete the transaction.

Paying by Phone

Call 855-270-3592 to speak with a representative and pay by credit/debit card or eCheck over the phone. Here are the phone payment fees:

Credit/Debit Card

• $3.50 per transaction up to $300
• 2.65% per transaction over $300

eCheck

• Flat $3.50 per transaction

Before you call, grab your account number and payment details so the agent can quickly process your payment.

Paying by Mail

To pay your MUD 157 bill by mail, write your account number on the check or money order and include your payment stub from your monthly bill.

Mail payments to:

Harris County MUD 157
PO Box 3150
Houston, TX 77253-3150

Allow 5-7 business days for mailed payments to process. Do not send cash in the mail.

Paying In Person

You can pay your water bill in person at one of two MUD 157 payment centers:

Katy Office

406 W Grand Pkwy S Suite 260
Katy, TX 77494

Cypress Office

16758 Telge Rd
Cypress, TX 77429

Both locations are open Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. You can pay by check, money order or credit/debit card when paying in person. No cash payments are accepted.

Paying at Retail Locations

For a small service fee, you can pay your MUD 157 water bill at local grocery stores and retailers:

• HEB and Kroger – $1.50 fee
• Walmart – $1.50 fee

Take your printed bill to the customer service desk during open hours to complete the payment.

Automatic Payments

For hassle-free payments, enroll in auto-pay through your online account portal. This automatically deducts your balance from a credit card or bank account each month on the due date.

You’ll avoid late fees and service disruptions with auto-pay since it ensures your bill always gets paid on time.

Payment Assistance Programs

If you need help paying your water bill, MUD 157 partners with local organizations that provide bill payment assistance if you meet income requirements. Contact them to see if you qualify:

• The Salvation Army
• St. Vincent de Paul
• Society of St. Stephen

Payment plans and extensions may also be available if you communicate with MUD 157 before your account becomes past due.

Avoid Late Fees and Disconnection

To avoid penalties, your payment must be received by the due date shown on your monthly bill. Late fees apply after the due date.

If your account falls significantly past due, you will receive shut off notices by mail. Failing to pay will result in water service interruption.

To restore service, you must pay the past due balance plus reconnect fees in full.

Payment Confirmation

Always record your payment confirmation numbers when paying by phone or online. You can also set up email receipts through your online account.

Confirmation numbers provide proof of payment in case of errors or disputes.

Key Takeaways for Paying Your Harris County MUD 157 Water Bill

• Register online for convenient digital account access

• Pay quickly anytime via the online payment portal

• Call 855-270-3592 to pay over the phone

• Mail checks to PO Box 3150, Houston, TX 77253-3150

• Visit a payment center or retail partner to pay in person

• Enroll in automatic payments to avoid late fees

• Seek assistance if needed to maintain service

• Keep payment confirmation numbers for your records

With multiple options, paying your MUD 157 water bill is quick and easy. I recommend setting up online account access to better manage your water account.