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Reading Area Water Authority
HQ: Reading, PA
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Reading Area Water Authority
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Reading Area Water Authority Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 610-406-6300 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: readingareawater.com/contact ·readingareawater.com/contact-us ·readingareawater.com/water-faqs · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Reading Area Water Authority
The Reading Area Water Authority is a municipal authority established in 1994. It is governed by a seven-member board appointed by the City of Reading. The authority sources water primarily from Lake Ontelaunee, located approximately eight miles north of Reading, and operates the Maidencreek Filter Plant with a capacity of 40 million gallons daily.
Reading Area Water Authority bills commonly include service charges based on meter size, water consumption charges, sewer charges with volume allowances, and fire service charges. Deferit is unaffiliated with Reading Area Water Authority.
How to Pay Your Reading Area Water Authority Bill
- Online: Pay online at https://www.readingareawater.com/ using their secure payment portal.
- Phone: Call 610-406-6300 Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM to pay by phone with a representative.
- Mail: Mail payment to Reading Area Water Authority, 1801 Kutztown Road, Reading, PA 19604.
- In-Person: Pay at the utility payment kiosk located at 1801 Kutztown Road, Reading, PA 19604.
- Auto-Pay: Set up automatic payments through the online portal at https://www.readingareawater.com/.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
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Need to split your Reading Area Water Authority bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: readingareawater.com.
| Reading Area Water Authority payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Reading Area 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 Reading Area Water Authority offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Reading Area 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 Reading Area 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 Reading Area 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 Reading Area 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 | Reading Area Water Authority bills only | Reading Area Water Authority 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 Reading Area Water Authority
Can I use Deferit to pay my Reading Area Water Authority bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Reading Area Water Authority bill amount in Deferit and we pay Reading Area Water Authority in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Reading Area Water Authority accept? ›
Reading Area Water Authority typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit readingareawater.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Reading Area Water Authority offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Reading Area 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 Reading Area Water Authority bill on time? ›
Contact Reading Area 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