Paying bills online is the preferred method for most people today. It’s fast easy, and you avoid late fees. The City of Oak Park offers residents and business owners the ability to pay water and sewer bills conveniently on the web.
In this comprehensive guide we’ll walk through everything Oak Park utility customers need to know about paying water bills online. Learn how to access your account, understand charges enroll in auto-pay, and more. Ditch the stamps and checks – go digital with your next Oak Park water payment.
Benefits of Paying Water Bills Online
Handling water payments online with Oak Park provides many perks over mailing paper checks:
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It’s quick – Payments process instantly instead of waiting days.
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Avoid late fees – Meet due dates even if you’re out of town.
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Access anywhere – Pay via web on your computer or phone.
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Store payment info – Save time on future bills.
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Auto-pay – Set up recurring automatic payments.
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View history – All statements in one place.
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Eco-friendly – Reduce paper waste and carbon emissions.
With a few clicks, paying online helps Oak Park utility customers simplify bill management.
Step 1: Set Up Online Account Access
To pay Oak Park water bills electronically, you must first register for an online account:
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Visit oakparkmi.gov and find “Pay Bills Online” under Residents
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Click on “Water, Sewer and Rubbish (Utility) Bills”
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Select “New users please click here to register”
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Enter your account number, email, and name
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Create a password and security questions
Once registered, you can immediately log in and access your City of Oak Park utility account!
Step 2: Understand Your Water Charges
When paying your bill, it helps to know what the various charges represent:
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Previous balance – Any past due amount owed
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Water usage – Based on cubic feet used at the current rate
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Sewer charge – Set fee for sanitary sewer service
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Account activity – Recent payments, adjustments, etc.
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Total current charges – Sum of all fees this billing cycle
Review your statement carefully each month to catch any irregularities. Contact Oak Park utility billing with questions.
Step 3: Select a Payment Method
Oak Park offers multiple ways to pay water bills digitally:
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Bank account – Free ACH checking/savings account debit
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Credit/debit card – Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted
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Online banking – Use your bank’s online bill pay
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Auto-pay – Set up recurring automatic monthly payments
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Mail – Send check or money order to City Hall
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In-person – Pay at Oak Park City Hall dropbox
Storing your payment info in your online account quickens future transactions. Update it anytime under “My Profile”.
Step 4: Submit Your Water Payment
When your new statement generates, paying takes just a few minutes:
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Log into your online account
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Locate your total due for water/sewer
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Enter payment amount – full or partial
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Select payment method
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Submit payment
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Save confirmation number
Pay early to allow time to fix any errors before the due date.
Step 5: Enroll in Paperless Billing
Saving trees is easy by switching to paperless billing:
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In your online account, find “My Profile”
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Choose “Update paperless billing settings”
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Toggle paperless “On” and enter email
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Save changes
Now your monthly statements will arrive digitally rather than by mail.
Tips for Paying Water Bills Online
Follow these tips for a smooth experience paying Oak Park water bills electronically:
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Notify the utility billing office of any account contact information changes
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Sign up for email reminders to avoid late fees
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Monitor usage regularly for abnormal spikes
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Ask about budget billing to spread costs evenly
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Report any payment issues immediately
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Enroll in auto-pay to guarantee on-time payments
Paying water bills online with Oak Park is the ideal way for residents and businesses to easily manage accounts. Ditch the paper checks and envelopes by going digital!
Save Yourself a Trip – Many Oak Park Services Are Available Online
How do I pay my water bill at Oak Park?
For more information, call 708. 358. 5478 or email waterbilling@oak-park. us. Homeowners can pay their water bills online with a credit card or by setting up a debit or credit card account to be automatically taken out of their funds. Property owners also can go paperless by signing up to receive bills via email.
Does Oak Park offer online payment services?
Please note the City of Oak Park offers online payment services for your convenience. We contract with authorized vendors for easy bill look-up and accessible bill pay. Effective Aug. 28, 2024, the City of Oak Park will switch from Point and Pay to Point and Pay as our official credit and debit card processor.
Does Oak Park accept credit/debit card payments?
We contract with authorized vendors for easy bill look-up and accessible bill pay. Effective Aug. 28, 2024, the City of Oak Park will switch from Point and Pay to Point and Pay as our official credit and debit card processor. Point and Pay charges a 3% processing fee on all transactions (min. of $1. 50 per payment).
Where is utility billing located in Oak Park Mi?
We are located in the City Hall building at 14000 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park, MI. Utility Billing is open from Monday to Thursday, from 8:00 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. and 8:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m. every other Friday. Residents can contact the Utility Billing and Collections Division at (248) 691-7470 for further information.
Does Oak Park offer a paperless utility bill?
The city of Oak Park wants all of its residents to stop getting paper bills and have theirs sent directly to their email address. You’ll get an email with your utility bill attached, which you can access from anywhere at any time. You’ll never miss a mailbox containing your utility bill again.
What is Oak Park Water Company?
Oak Park Water Company’s goal is to give people in Oak Park access to clean, refreshing water and keep it that way. Everyone in your family can safely use Oak Park Water Company water to drink, wash dishes, and water your lawn.
