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The City of Tuscaloosa Water and Sewer Department delivers clean, treated drinking water from Lake Tuscaloosa and provides modern wastewater treatment for over 100,000 residents, businesses, and University of Alabama facilities across Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.
Whether you need to log in to the Tuscaloosa Water customer portal, submit an immediate one-time guest payment via Paymentus, enroll in automatic monthly AutoPay bank drafts, monitor residential water meter readings, report a water main break, or request a leak adjustment, this comprehensive guide covers every payment method and municipal contact.
Tuscaloosa Water Payment Options Breakdown
Compare available payment options, fees, and posting speeds:
| Payment Channel | Convenience Fee | Posting Speed |
|---|---|---|
| City Bank Draft (Automatic Bank ACH) | $0.00 (Free) | On Due Date |
| Paymentus Portal (Card / Bank ACH) | $2.50 third-party fee | Immediate Credit |
| Paymentus Guest Pay (No Login) | $2.50 third-party fee | Immediate Credit |
| Automated Phone System (Paymentus) | $2.50 third-party fee | Instant Confirmation |
| Tuscaloosa City Hall Water Desk | $0.00 (Free) | Immediate Posting |
How to Pay Your Tuscaloosa Water Bill Online (Step-by-Step)
Method 1: One-Time Guest Payment (Paymentus)
- Navigate to: tuscaloosa.com/water-pay.
- Click “Pay Online via Paymentus”.
- Enter your 10-digit Tuscaloosa Water Account Number and Service Address ZIP Code.
- Enter payment method: Credit/Debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex) or checking account.
- Confirm the $2.50 fee and submit payment to receive an instant electronic transaction receipt.
Alternative Payment Channels
- Direct Auto-Debit (ACH): Enroll in the City of Tuscaloosa automatic bank draft program to automatically pay your monthly bill directly from your bank checking account with zero processing fees.
- Pay by Phone: Call Tuscaloosa automated phone billing 24/7 at 1-866-288-4055 (or City Hall 205-248-5500).
- Pay by Mail: Send payment check with statement coupon to:
City of Tuscaloosa Water
P.O. Box 2089
Tuscaloosa, AL 35403-2089 - In-Person Walk-In & Drive-Thru:
Tuscaloosa City Hall Water Department
2201 University Blvd
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(Open Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
Water Emergency & Main Break Reporting
Tuscaloosa Water Department Directory
- Customer Billing Support: 205-248-5500 (Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST)
- Tuscaloosa 311 Emergency: 205-248-5311
- Hearing Impaired (TTY): 711
- Official Municipal Portal: tuscaloosa.com
- City Hall: 2201 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is my Tuscaloosa Water Account Number?
Your account number is a 10-digit number located at the top-right corner of your monthly billing statement.
How do I apply for water leak adjustment in Tuscaloosa?
If you repair a concealed plumbing pipe leak, submit a Water Leak Adjustment Request along with the plumber’s repair receipt to the City Hall Water Department within 60 days to receive an adjustment credit on the excess water and sewer charges.
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