Biller name
Bessemer Utilities
HQ: Bessemer, AL
Legal name
City of Bessemer Utilities Department
Website
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Bessemer Utilities Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (205) 481-4333 |
| Pay by Phone | (844) 549-0405 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: bessemerutilities.com/contact ·bessemerutilities.com/pay-by-phone · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Bessemer Utilities
Bessemer Utilities is a publicly owned utility serving the city of Bessemer, Alabama. Established in 1887, the utility provides water services. Water is sourced from the Warrior River Basin through the Gusa Water System.
Bessemer Utilities bills commonly include water consumption fees and applicable taxes and surcharges. Deferit is unaffiliated with Bessemer Utilities.
How to Pay Your Bessemer Utilities Bill
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Need to split your Bessemer Utilities bill into installments?
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: bessemeral.org.
| Bessemer Utilities payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Bessemer Utilities's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If Bessemer Utilities offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Bessemer Utilities based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by Bessemer Utilities at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check Bessemer Utilities's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by Bessemer Utilities and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | Bessemer Utilities bills only | Bessemer Utilities and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About Bessemer Utilities
Can I use Deferit to pay my Bessemer Utilities bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Bessemer Utilities bill amount in Deferit and we pay Bessemer Utilities in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Bessemer Utilities accept? ›
Bessemer Utilities typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit bessemeral.org or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Bessemer Utilities offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Bessemer Utilities's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Bessemer Utilities bill on time? ›
Contact Bessemer Utilities directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: June 2026