Paying your water bill can be a hassle – rummaging for the paper bill, writing a check, finding a stamp and mailing it off Who has time for all that these days? That’s why Greater Ouachita Water Company offers easy online bill pay to their customers As a Greater Ouachita Water customer myself, I want to share my experience using their online bill pay and tips to make paying your water bill a breeze.
Why Pay Bills Online?
Let’s face it, mailing paper checks is outdated and time consuming. With Greater Ouachita’s online bill pay you can take care of your bill quickly and easily on your computer or phone whenever it’s convenient for you – no more searching for stamps!
Online bill pay is more secure than mailing paper checks which can get lost or stolen. With online payments, your banking and payment information is encrypted and protected.
You’ll also have more visibility into your balance and payment history if you log in to pay online versus relying on paper bills alone Online bill pay puts all your account details right at your fingertips
How to Sign Up for Online Bill Pay
Signing up for online bill pay with Greater Ouachita Water is easy peasy and only takes a few minutes.
First, you’ll want to visit their website at [https://greaterouachita.org/]. From there, click on the “Pay Bill” link at the top of the page which will take you to their payment portal at [https://greaterouachita.epayub.com/].
If you’re a new customer, click on the “Register” button and fill in your account number, email address, phone number and create a password.
If you already have an account, simply enter your username and password and click “Log In.”
Once you’re logged in, you can complete a one-time setup linking your bank account to make payments. Enter your bank name, routing and account numbers and you’re good to go!
Payment Options
One of the great things about Greater Ouachita’s online bill pay is the multiple payment options available:
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Automatic Payments – Set it and forget it! You can schedule recurring automatic payments from your bank account so your bill gets paid on time every month.
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One-Time Payments – Make single payments whenever you log in using your bank account or debit/credit card.
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Partial Payments – You’re not required to pay the full balance due and can make smaller partial payments that better fit your budget.
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Paperless Billing – Opt out of mailed paper bills and only get emailed e-bills that you view and pay online. This cuts down on clutter and is better for the environment.
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Account History – View past statements and payment history all in one place for easy reference.
No more lost paper bills or forgotten due dates! I love the convenience of scheduling automatic payments through Greater Ouachita’s online bill pay.
Payment Notifications
Greater Ouachita provides notifications when your bill is ready and payment is due. You can choose to get these notifications by:
- Text message
- Push notification through their mobile app
The alerts definitely help you remember to go online and review your bill rather than forgetting until it’s past due. You can also see your current account balance right on the notifications without logging in.
Mobile App
For maximum convenience, be sure to download the Greater Ouachita Water Company mobile app for your iPhone or Android. You can securely pay your water bill online from anywhere using your phone.
The app also allows you to:
- View statements
- Check your account balance
- See payment history
- Update your payment methods
- Receive bill reminders
- And more!
Never Miss a Payment with Auto Pay
By far, the easiest way to pay your Greater Ouachita water bill is enrolling in automatic payments. You can schedule recurring payments from either a credit/debit card or bank account.
On the due date each month, your bill will automatically be paid from your selected payment method. You’ll receive an email confirmation that the payment was made so you can rest assured your account stays in good standing.
One less bill to keep track of each month! Auto pay gives you peace of mind that your water won’t get shut off from a forgotten bill.
Avoid Late Fees with Reminders
No one wants pesky late fees tacked on to their bill. Luckily, Greater Ouachita provides both email and text reminders when your bill is ready to view and when payment is due.
You’ll get an email notice when your new statement is ready to review online. On the actual due date, they’ll send another email and text reminder if payment hasn’t been received yet.
These alerts are so helpful to stay on top of your bill. With hectic schedules, it’s easy to lose track and forget when bills are due. The reminders give you a heads up it’s time to log in and pay your water bill.
Greater Ouachita Makes Paying Water Bills Easy
As a long-time Greater Ouachita Water Company customer, I can’t recommend their online bill pay enough. It is so quick and easy to pay my bill from my phone or laptop.
Online payments save time and hassle compared to mailing paper checks. And the ability to set up automatic payments gives me peace of mind that my water won’t get shut off from a forgotten bill.
The email and text reminders also help me keep track of when my bill is due so I avoid any late payment fees.
If you’re still getting paper bills and paying by mail, I encourage you to make the switch! Sign up for Greater Ouachita’s online account access and bill pay today to have one less thing to worry about each month.
