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Chester Water Authority
HQ: Chester, PA
Legal name
Chester Water Authority
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Chester Water Authority Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (800) 793-2323 |
| Pay by Phone | (855) 748-8522 |
| Emergency / Outage | (610) 876-8181 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chesterwater.com/contact ·chesterwater.com/contact-us ·chesterwater.com/customer-service · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Chester Water Authority
Chester Water Authority is a public water utility established in 1939 that serves more than 200,000 customers across Chester County, Delaware County, and the City of Chester in Pennsylvania. The authority provides water distribution and supply services in compliance with EPA, PA DEP, and AWWA standards, along with customer billing and account management via the My CWA.
Chester Water Authority bills commonly include water consumption charges and meter rental fees. Deferit is unaffiliated with Chester Water Authority.
How to Pay Your Chester Water Authority Bill
- Online: Pay online at the My CWA customer portal at https://mycwa.chesterwater.com.
- Phone: Call 855-748-8522 (available 24/7) to pay with Visa, MasterCard, or e-check; $2.75 convenience fee applies.
- Mail: Mail payment to Chester Water Authority, PO Box 63046, Newark, NJ 07101-8065.
- In-Person: Pay in person at Chester or Kennett Square offices by appointment during business hours.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chesterwater.com.
Late Fees & Payment Policies
| Policy / Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Convenience fee | $2.75 | Phone payment processing fee via automated system (855-748-8522) |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chesterwater.com/rates
Need to split your Chester Water Authority bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: chesterwater.com.
| Chester Water Authority payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Chester Water Authority'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 Chester Water Authority offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Chester Water Authority 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 Chester Water Authority 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 Chester Water Authority'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 Chester Water Authority 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 | Chester Water Authority bills only | Chester Water Authority 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 Chester Water Authority
Can I use Deferit to pay my Chester Water Authority bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Chester Water Authority bill amount in Deferit and we pay Chester Water Authority in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Chester Water Authority accept? ›
Chester Water Authority typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit chesterwater.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Chester Water Authority offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Chester Water Authority's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Chester Water Authority bill on time? ›
Contact Chester Water Authority 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: July 2026