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Sarasota County Public Utilities Department
HQ: Sarasota, FL
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Sarasota County Public Utilities Department
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Sarasota County Public Utilities Department Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (941) 861-6790 |
| County Contact Center / General Contact | 311 |
| TTY | 711 |
| TTY | 800-955-8771 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: scgov.net/government/public-utilities-water · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Sarasota County Public Utilities Department
Sarasota County's Public Utilities Department operates water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems serving approximately 268,026 customers in unincorporated Sarasota County, Florida. The department maintains roughly 104,530 water connections, 91,989 wastewater connections, and 129 reclaimed water connections, with the Carlton Water Treatment Plant providing eight million gallons of treated drinking water daily.
Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bills commonly include water consumption charges, wastewater treatment and sewer service fees, reclaimed water charges, utility base fees, and stormwater management fees. Deferit is unaffiliated with Sarasota County Public Utilities Department.
How to Pay Your Sarasota County Public Utilities Department Bill
- Online: Pay bills online at the customer self-service portal https://css.scgovutility.com/
- Auto-Pay: Enroll in auto draft (eCheck) or credit/debit card autopay at https://css.scgovutility.com/
- Mail: Send check by mail (address: 1 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240)
- In-Person: Pay in person at Sarasota County Public Utilities office, 1 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: scgov.net/government/public-utilities-water.
Need to split your Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: scgov.net/government/public-utilities-water.
| Sarasota County Public Utilities Department payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Sarasota County Public Utilities Department'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 Sarasota County Public Utilities Department offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Sarasota County Public Utilities Department 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 Sarasota County Public Utilities Department 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 Sarasota County Public Utilities Department'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 Sarasota County Public Utilities Department 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 | Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bills only | Sarasota County Public Utilities Department 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 Sarasota County Public Utilities Department
Can I use Deferit to pay my Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bill amount in Deferit and we pay Sarasota County Public Utilities Department in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Sarasota County Public Utilities Department accept? ›
Sarasota County Public Utilities Department typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit scgov.net or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Sarasota County Public Utilities Department offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Sarasota County Public Utilities Department's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Sarasota County Public Utilities Department bill on time? ›
Contact Sarasota County Public Utilities Department 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