The City of Wilmington offers several options for residents to pay their utility bills online Paying online allows you to avoid mailing in checks or visiting City Hall in person It’s a quick and easy way to make sure your water bill is paid on time each month,
We will show you how to pay your Wilmington water bill through the city’s online payment portal step by step in this article. We’ll talk about how to make an account, add your water bill to be paid, make a payment, and more. This guide will help you pay your bills online, even if you’ve done it before or just need a review.
Benefits of Paying Your Water Bill Online
Before we get into the how-to, let’s look at some of the biggest benefits of paying your Wilmington water bill online:
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Convenience – Pay anytime, anywhere with an internet connection. Avoid trips to City Hall.
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Payment History – Your online account stores payment history for record keeping.
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Auto Pay: Set up recurring payments so that your bill is paid for you every month.
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Reward Programs – Some payment services offer rewards points for paying bills
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Paperless Billing – Go green by opting out of paper bills in the mail.
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Avoid Late Fees – Pay on time, every time when you schedule payments online.
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Payment Notifications – Get reminders when your bill is due and confirmations when paid.
Step 1: Create an Online Account
To get started paying your Wilmington water bill online, you first need to create an account on the payment portal. Here are the steps:
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Go to Civic Pay Online.
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Click “Sign Up” below the login fields.
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Enter your account number and zip code. Your account number can be found on your monthly water bill statement.
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Click “Continue”.
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Fill out the registration form with your contact information and create a secure password.
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Agree to the terms and conditions and click “Register Account”.
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Check your email inbox for a message from [email protected] and click the verification link inside to activate your account.
Once your account is created, you can move on to adding your water bill for online payments.
Step 2: Add Your Water Bill Account
Before you can pay your water bill online, you need to add it to your payment portal account:
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Log into your Civic Pay Online account.
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Click “Add a Bill” from the left sidebar menu.
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Select “City of Wilmington” as the biller.
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Enter your 10-digit water account number again and click “Continue”.
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Verify your account details like service address on the next screen.
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Click “Add this bill” to finish adding your water bill account.
The bill will now show under “My Bills” on your account dashboard. You can add additional utility or tax bills for other City of Wilmington services as well at this stage.
Step 3: Make a Payment
Once your water bill is successfully added to your online account, you can now pay it online through the payment portal:
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Select the bill you want to pay from “My Bills”.
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Enter the payment amount for your water bill. You can pay the total balance due or make a partial payment.
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Enter your payment information. You can use a credit card, debit card, or e-check.
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Click “Continue” to proceed to the review page.
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Review the payment details and transaction fee (if any).
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Check the authorization box and click “Process Payment” to complete the transaction.
That’s it! You’ll see a payment confirmation screen and receive a confirmation email after the payment goes through. The payment will typically process and post to your water account within 1-2 business days.
Other Features to Use
Take advantage of these other useful features while logged into your online payment account:
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Auto Pay – Set up recurring automatic payments from a card or bank account so your water bill is paid on time without any work each month.
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Paperless Billing – Reduce clutter and go green by turning off paper bill statements that are mailed to your home.
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Account Management – Update your account and contact information if you move or change email addresses or phone numbers.
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Payment History – View past water bill payments and statements going back several months or download to track expenses.
Paying your water bill online through the City of Wilmington is secure, fast, and easy with just a few simple steps. Sign up for an account and add your bill today to get started! Let us know if you have any other questions.
register for an online account
Register an online account and set up recurring payments: Customer Self-Service portal
Set up secure payments online with your Master Card, Visa or checking account and review your bill 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To use our Customer Self-Service portal, you must have:
- An email address. Your Verification Code will be sent to this account.
- An Internet browser (Recommended: Chrome, Firefox).
In addition to our online service, CFPUA offers you other convenient payment options.
- Autopay Services
To setup automatic services, please follow the instruction guide which can be found on the
- Debit or Credit Card Payments
To make a credit card payment, contact Customer Service at 910-332-6550 or visit one of our payment centers located at 235 Government Center Drive or 929 N. Front St. between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is a $3.00 fee for credit card payments per every increment of $300.
- Cash or Check Payment
Visit one of our payment centers at 235 Government Center Drive or 929 N. Front St. between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday to pay by cash or check, or send your check payment to:235 Government Center DriveWilmington, NC 28403Please do not send cash in the mail.
WARNING: THIRD-PARTY PAYMENT SERVICES
Please be advised that CFPUA is not affiliated or partnered with any third-party bill payment services, such as Doxo or Mint. Payments made through third-party companies will not post to your account until the funds are received by CFPUA, which may result in late fees and/or possible disconnection/restriction of services due to non-payment. We have no control over how third-party companies handle payments and most will charge an additional convenience fee.
Payment of Utility accounts is the responsibility of the individual or business listed on the account. The due date for your utility payment is printed on the bill. Payments received after 5 p.m. will the posted to the next business day. Weekend payments are posted on Monday. Payments on your account not received by the due date are subject to a late charge and disconnection.
- Cape Fear Public Utility Authority 235 Government Center Drive Wilmington, NC 28403Phone: 910-332-6550 Fax: 910-332-6353 Emergency: 910-332-6565
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FAQ
What is the number for the city of Wilmington water bill?
Who provides water in Wilmington, DE?
How often do you pay a water bill in Delaware?
How do I pay my water bill in Wilmington?
The City of Wilmington has implemented a new way to pay your water utility bill, by using a new payment feature called Text to Pay. New features include: More self-service options. Mobile payments on any device. Payment reminders and notifications. Follow these simple steps to enroll in Text to Pay. Questions? Find the answers here.
Does Wilmington have a new online bill payment system?
The City of Wilmington launches a new online bill-payment system today. The system, dubbed Paymentus, gives customers the option to pay water, sewer and real estate tax bills online with any internet-accessible device. Customers who establish accounts can view all their accounts, their payment and their consumption history.
How do I get help paying my utility bill in Wilmington?
If you need assistance with understanding your bill or would like to pay, please call 311 to speak to our customer service agents for assistance. The City of Wilmington has a number of options for customers who are having trouble paying their utility bills.
How do I pay my bill in Wilmington Delaware?
There are no fees for using the system. To sign up, visit the City of Wilmington’s website, www.WilmingtonDE.gov and click on the “Pay My Bill” icon to establish an account through the customer portal. Customer service representatives are available to help at (302) 571-4320 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.