Biller name
Peoples Essential Utilities Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
Legal name
Peoples Essential Utilities Company
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Peoples Essential Utilities Company Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 800-764-0111 |
| Emergency / Outage | 800-400-4271 |
| 711 Relay | 711 |
| TTY Line | 800-654-5988 |
| TTY Line (alternate) | 800-654-5984 |
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: peoples-gas.com/contact · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Peoples Essential Utilities Company
Peoples Gas is a natural gas service provider operated by Essential Utilities, Inc. The company delivers natural gas through an extensive pipeline network to residential homes, businesses, hospitals, and schools.
Peoples Essential Utilities Company bills commonly include natural gas delivery charges, monthly service fees, applicable taxes and surcharges, pipeline safety and modernization charges, and any assistance program adjustments. Deferit is unaffiliated with Peoples Essential Utilities Company.
How to Pay Your Peoples Essential Utilities Company Bill
- Online: Pay online at https://peopleseaccount.com/Portal/One-TimePayment.aspx (no enrollment needed for one-time payments).
- Phone: ACI Speedpay 1-866-338-5491, available 24/7; same-day posting if paid before 4:00 PM EST Monday-Friday
- Auto-Pay: Direct debit via Peoples e-Account at https://peopleseaccount.com/portal/CustomerRegistrations.aspx; automatic monthly deduction, processing 11-21 days after bill date
- Mail: Send checks, cashier's checks, or money orders to: PO Box 644760, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-4760 (Peoples) or other regional addresses for TWP/Kentucky
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved June 2026 · Source: peoples-gas.com/pay ·peoples-gas.com.
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Retrieved June 2026 · Source: peoples-gas.com.
| Peoples Essential Utilities Company payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Peoples Essential Utilities Company'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 Peoples Essential Utilities Company offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Peoples Essential Utilities Company 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 Peoples Essential Utilities Company 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 Peoples Essential Utilities Company'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 Peoples Essential Utilities Company 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 | Peoples Essential Utilities Company bills only | Peoples Essential Utilities Company and most other US household bills |
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*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 Peoples Essential Utilities Company
Can I use Deferit to pay my Peoples Essential Utilities Company bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Peoples Essential Utilities Company bill amount in Deferit and we pay Peoples Essential Utilities Company in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Peoples Essential Utilities Company accept? ›
Peoples Essential Utilities Company typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit peoples-gas.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Peoples Essential Utilities Company offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Peoples Essential Utilities Company's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Peoples Essential Utilities Company bill on time? ›
Contact Peoples Essential Utilities Company 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