Paying your water bill on time every month is an essential part of being a responsible homeowner or renter However, in our busy modern lives, it can be easy to forget this important task. Thankfully, the Louisiana Water Company offers their customers a variety of convenient payment options to choose from. In this article, we’ll take a look at the different ways Louisiana Water Company customers can pay their bills
Online Bill Pay
An easy way to pay your Louisiana Water Company bill is by going to their website. You can make a one-time payment or set up recurring payments so that money is taken out of your bank account or credit card every month. You won’t have to remember to pay your bill by hand, and it will be paid on time.
You’ll need to make an account on the Louisiana Water Company website before you can pay online. You can make a payment at any time after setting up your account. Major credit cards and debit cards can both be used to pay online, so you can pick the one that works best for you. Payments made online are typically processed within 1-2 business days.
Pay By Phone
If you prefer to speak to a live representative you can pay your Louisiana Water Company bill over the phone. Call center agents are available during normal business hours to take payments and answer any questions you may have about your account.
To pay by phone, call the customer service number listed on your monthly bill. You’ll need to provide your account number and address to the agent. Phone payments can be made via credit card, debit card or electronic check As with online payments, phone payments are usually processed within 1-2 business days
Automatic Bank Draft
Louisiana Water Company lets you set up automatic bank draft payments so that you don’t have to. This lets them take the amount of your monthly bill out of your checking or savings account on the due date of your bill.
To start bank draft payments, you’ll need to fill out a form authorizing the withdrawals and provide a voided check from your bank account. Once enrolled, you don’t need to do anything else – the payments happen automatically each month. Your bill will still be sent to you so you can review the charges before the money comes out of your account.
Pay In Person
If you want to hand-deliver your payment or pay with cash, you can stop by one of Louisiana Water Company’s customer service offices located throughout their service areas. In-person payments can be made via cash, check, money order or credit/debit card. Your payment will be applied to your account immediately.
Look on your monthly bill for the address of the nearest payment center. Most locations have both indoor service counters and 24/7 drive-up payment drop boxes for added convenience.
Mail-In Payment
Sending your payment through the mail is another simple option. Just write a check or money order payable to Louisiana Water Company, enclose your bill stub, and mail it to the payment processing address printed on your bill. Be sure to allow 5-7 business days for your mailed payment to reach them and be applied to your account to avoid late fees.
Third-Party Payment Locations
In addition to their own customer service centers, Louisiana Water Company allows payments at certain retail locations. For example, you can pay your water bill at any Western Union location that offers Quick Collect service. Walmart stores with utility payment services are another option. third-party payments typically incur a small service fee.
Before heading to another store to pay your water bill, contact Louisiana Water Company to verify they accept payments for your specific water provider. Not all third-party locations can process payments for every water company.
Which Payment Method is Right for You?
With this wide variety of payment options, Louisiana Water Company customers can choose the bill payment method that fits their needs and preferences. Here are some of the key factors to consider when deciding how to pay your bill:
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Convenience – If simplifying your monthly bills is top priority, automatic bank draft or recurring online payments are your best bet. Mailing in checks works too if you don’t mind remembering.
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Budgeting – Paying online or by phone allows you to pick the exact payment date each month, which helps align with your paydays or budgeting schedule.
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Cash flow – Automatic payments provide certainty for budgeting, but can create problems if your bank account balance is ever insufficient on the withdrawal date. Consider your cash flow needs.
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Account visibility – Bank drafts and auto-pay remove the bill from your inbox. If you prefer seeing the bill each month before paying, choose mail, online, phone or in-person payments.
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Payment proof – Online and phone payments generate electronic receipts, while in-person and mailed payments provide physical proofs of payment. Choose accordingly.
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Fees – Phone and online payments often come with third-party processing fees, whereas bank drafts, mail, auto-pay, and in-person options avoid extra fees.
As you can see, Louisiana Water Company offers a well-rounded selection of payment methods to match diverse customer needs. Evaluate both the convenience and costs of each option against your personal preferences and financial circumstances. This will lead you to the ideal payment method for your household.
Avoid Late Fees and Service Disruption
No matter which way you choose to pay your Louisiana Water Company bill, the most important thing is doing so by the due date printed on your monthly statement. Paying late can result in expensive late fees, possible collections actions, and even service shut-offs for those severely behind on payments.
Set up payment reminders through your bank or Louisana Water Company’s online account portal. Schedule payments to occur 3-5 days before the due date as a cushion. Monitor your account regularly to catch any missed bills or incorrect charges right away.
With responsible bill management and an on-time payment strategy, you can avoid headaches from late fees and keep the water flowing at your Louisiana home or business. Reach out to Louisiana Water Company’s customer service department if you anticipate having trouble paying on time in a certain month – they can explain possible payment arrangements or assistance programs you may qualify for.
Staying current with your monthly water bill responsibilities allows you to enjoy convenient and uninterrupted water service while building positive payment history with your utility provider. Evaluate Louisiana Water Company’s many payment options to find the solution that integrates most seamlessly into your personal finance management system.
News and Notices Get your latest news and notices here from Louisiana Water Company.
Fraudulent callers are calling LAWCO customers in several of our service areas demanding immediate payment of water bills or face water service disconnection. LAWCO reminds all customers that the company will not call or pressure customers for payment. Read More
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR). In accordance with this ruling, the EPA is requiring all community water systems to create an inventory of all water service lines including the type of material within their distribution system and submit that report to the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH). The EPA is requiring that water systems inventory the entire water service line including that underground portion of the service line owned by the customer. Read More
Act 98 of the 2021 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature authorized the Louisiana Department of Health Safe Drinking Water Program to develop a grade for community water system accountability. The grade reflects the community water system quality and performance. Grades are based on seven (7) standards evaluating the infrastructure, accountability, and overall health risk of drinking water to consumers.
On Monday, May 1, 2023, the 2022 final grades were published on LDH’s website at https://www.ldh.la.gov/watergrade. Noted on the attachments below are the grades for each of LAWCO’s water systems in our service areas. ALL LAWCO water systems scored at least 100 A or better for the 2022 final grades.
Louisiana’s recent history of winter storms, hurricanes and pandemic responses have been a significant financial undertaking for all utilities. Louisiana Water Company (LAWCO) has been authorized to establish an Emergency Reserve Fund to ensure that the water company has the financial ability to respond to these emergencies. To establish this emergency reserve fund, a charge of $1.05 per customer will be assessed on each water bill as a separate line item referenced as Emergency Reserve Fund for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months. Read More
The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals and the Louisiana State Plumbing Code require field testing of all backflow prevention assemblies annually and that a copy of this test report be submitted to your local water utility supplier. Louisiana Water Company mails Annual Backflow Preventer Inspection Notices to customers prior to the previous year’s inspection date. Read More
Another major freeze event in south Louisiana and another rash of broken customer backflow preventers (BFP) and pipes that were not properly freeze protected. During major freeze events with extended sub-freezing temperatures, it is critical that any water piping and/or water carrying devices that are above the ground be protected from freezing. During a freeze event, the water within the piping or backflow preventer can freeze and expand causing the pipe or BFP to break and result in a major water leak in the customer’s plumbing and adversely affect the water system during times of heavy demands or water use. Improper freeze protection and the resulting broken water pipes or BFP’s can mean expensive repairs or replacements of damaged equipment, significantly higher water bills and service fees, water service interruption until repairs or replacements have been completed for the customer, and, greater demand and stress on the water utility company to adequatly provide water service to the community. What can you do to weather/freeze protect your water piping or BFP device? Read More
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Louisiana Water Company (LAWCO) provides you several ways to pay your bill. Each payment option allows you to make it as convenient as possible to match your busy lifestyle. Here are the convenient options to pay your bill: Pay with Credit Card or Debit Card online (with convenience fee). Pay with credit or debit card online (with fee).
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