Paying your water bill is a necessary chore, but it doesn’t have to be time consuming or difficult. Lincoln County makes it easy for residents to pay their water bills online in just a few quick steps. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the entire process of setting up and using the Lincoln County online payment system.
Why Pay Online?
Paying your water bill online with Lincoln County offers several advantages
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It’s fast and easy – Once your account is set up paying online takes just a minute or two. No need to mail in checks or wait in long lines at the county office.
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Available 24/7 – The online payment system is available anytime, day or night. You can pay on your schedule.
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Saves money – Online payments avoid the cost of checks, stamps, envelopes, and gas for driving to the county office.
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Get instant confirmation – Receive an immediate email confirmation that your payment went through successfully.
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Auto-pay options – Set up recurring automatic payments so you never forget a payment.
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Secure and reliable – Lincoln County uses industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your information.
Paying online is clearly the most convenient and cost-effective way to pay your water bill. Read on to learn how to get set up.
Step 1: Confirm You Can Pay Online
Before getting started, confirm that online bill pay is available for your specific Lincoln County water account. Online payments can be made for most county water accounts, including:
- Residential water accounts
- Commercial water accounts
- Individual well accounts
If you have one of these account types, you should be able to pay online.
A few special account types cannot use the online payment system. These include some commercial accounts on specialized payment plans.
If you are unsure whether your account is eligible, contact Lincoln County Utilities at (XXX) XXX-XXXX to verify.
Step 2: Set Up Your Online Account
If your water account is eligible, you can get started by setting up your online account:
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Go to the Lincoln County website at www.lincolncountync.gov.
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Click on the “Online Payments” link at the top of the homepage.
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On the Online Payments page, click the “Pay Water Bill” button.
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On the next screen, click “Register for an Account” if paying online for the first time. If you already have an online account, simply log in.
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Follow the instructions to set up your account profile, username, password, and security questions.
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Enter your Lincoln County water account number, which can be found on your paper bill. This links your online profile to your water account.
Once your online account is created, you can proceed to pay your water bill immediately or at any time in the future.
Step 3: Make a One-Time Payment
Making a one-time water bill payment is quick and easy with just a few clicks:
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Log into your online account at www.lincolncountync.gov.
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Click on “Pay Water Bill” and select the account you wish to pay if you have multiple accounts.
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Enter the payment amount. You can pay the total balance due or make a partial payment if needed.
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Enter your payment information including credit/debit card or bank account details.
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Review all details to ensure they are correct.
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Click “Submit Payment” to complete the transaction.
You will receive an immediate email confirmation that your payment was processed successfully. The payment will typically post to your water account within 1-2 business days.
Step 4: Set Up Automatic Payments
For maximum convenience, you can enroll in automatic payments to have your water bill paid on time each month automatically:
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Log into your online account and access your account settings.
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Check the box to enable automatic payments and confirm your payment method information.
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Select the date each month that you want payments to be processed automatically.
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Specify whether to pay the minimum due or full balance each month.
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Save your automatic payment settings.
Going forward, your water bill will be paid automatically each month on the date you selected. You will receive an email confirmation each time a payment is processed.
To cancel or change your auto-pay settings, simply log back into your online account.
Step 5: Check Payment History
Your online account allows you to view payment history and check that all your payments have been applied accurately:
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Log into your account and click on “View payment history”.
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Select the date range you wish to view payments for.
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Review your payment details including date paid, amount, account charged, and confirmation number.
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Confirm that all your payments match your own records and that the amounts were credited to your account properly.
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Flag any discrepancies right away and contact Lincoln County Utilities if you find any incorrect or missing payments.
Checking your payment history provides an extra layer of security and allows you to catch any issues promptly.
Helpful Tips for Paying Online
Follow these tips for the optimal online payment experience:
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Log into your account regularly to stay on top of your balance. Don’t wait for paper bills.
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Sign up for paperless billing to receive bills via email only.
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Save your payment method info for faster checkouts.
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Set bill reminders on your calendar so you remember when bills are due.
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Contact Lincoln County Utilities immediately if your credit card expires or is lost/stolen.
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Update your email and account info if you move or change email addresses.
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If auto-pay fails, make a one-time payment as a backup to avoid late fees.
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If traveling, consider pre-paying bills so payments aren’t missed.
Troubleshooting Problems
If you encounter any issues with the online payment system, try these troubleshooting tips:
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If your payment won’t process, verify your payment info is entered correctly.
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If you get login errors, use the password reset function via your email or security questions.
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If auto-pay stops working, check that your payment method is not expired or invalid.
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For general account help, contact Lincoln County Utilities at (XXX) XXX-XXXX.
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For billing questions, email [email protected] or call (XXX) XXX-XXXX.
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For payment issues, email [email protected] or call (XXX) XXX-XXXX.
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Check the FAQs on the Online Payments website for answers to common questions.
The Lincoln County online payment system makes it easy and convenient to pay your water bill. Follow this step-by-step guide to get set up and start enjoying all the benefits of online payments! Our tips and troubleshooting advice will help ensure the process is smooth and hassle-free.
Payment Options at Office
We accept CASH ONLY inside our office. Checks may be dropped in our green night drop box at any time. We check the box several times a day. To avoid longer wait times, please note that Mondays, Fridays and the first day after a holiday are normally very busy.
Pay Water and Sewer bills online
What is the water service fee for Lincoln County?
Water Service Fee (No Fault of Lincoln County) 125.00 (Any requested service request/call that is determined to be no fault of Lincoln County equipment and/or appurtenances will be charged this fee) Residential Sewer Service: Relocate 1.5″ Low Pressure Sewer Service 350.00 (Max. 10′ either direction on Private Property)
How do I pay my Lincoln water bill?
Pay your bill online, sign up for automatic bank payment, send by mail, or pay in person at the County/City building. Lincoln’s water source is groundwater that is naturally high in quality. Learn more about treatment and testing of Lincoln’s water. Wise use of water is a good idea for many reasons.
How do I pay a water bill in Lincoln AR?
Send a check or money order to: Lincoln Water Department P.O. Box 499Lincoln AR 72744 Return the perforated stub on the right-hand side of the bill with your payment. • By Phone: To use a credit or debit card, dial 1-855-483-5729. Select 1 when asked and enter code 7274411. NEVER MISS A PAYMENT!
Does Lincoln County Board of public utilities offer nexbillpay?
Lincoln County Board of Public Utilities has partnered with Nexbillpay to extend an additional payment option for customers interested in using their check, debit, or credit cards. Nexbillpay is a trusted third-party automated payment service that allows you to pay online. You will need your Account Number provided on your statement.