Havelock Water Utilities 2026: Bill Pay, Login & Phone

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Havelock Water Utilities Help Desk for Bill Pay, Login, Phone and Service Issues

Use this guide when you need to pay a City of Havelock utility bill, create a Municipal Online Services login, find your account and customer numbers, call the right office, understand July 1, 2026 water and sewer rates, avoid convenience fees, stop a late disconnect, start or stop service, request a leak adjustment, or report a water/sewer emergency.

Havelock Customer Service handles water and sewer utilities, curb-side trash pickup and utility payments. Public Utilities handles the water and sewer systems, treatment facilities and after-hours emergency response for water and sewer line issues.

Pay / Log In Call 252-444-6404 Payment Options Late Bill Help

Quick Answer: Choose Your Havelock Utility Task

Customer Service252-444-6404

City Main252-444-6400

Public Utilities252-444-6409

Office1 Governmental Ave

Need	Best official route	Have ready	Havelock-specific warning
Pay or log in online	Use the City of Havelock Municipal Online Services utility billing portal.	Account number, customer number, email, phone, payment method and bill copy.	When adding an account, Havelock’s portal guide says the numbers before the dash are the account number and the numbers after the dash are the customer number.
Pay by phone	Call 252-444-6404 anytime using the automated payment system.	Account number, customer number, card/e-check details and confirmation note.	IVR phone payments add an extra $0.50 transaction charge on top of card or e-check convenience fees.
Ask a billing question	Call Customer Service at 252-444-6404 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.	Bill, address, account number, payment proof, move date or service issue.	If you do not receive a bill by the 5th day of the month, contact Customer Service instead of waiting.
Mail payment	Mail the payment stub payable to City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532.	Payment stub, check/money order and account number.	Mail is not safe for a 24th/25th disconnect deadline.
Pay in person	Visit the office inside City Hall at 1 Governmental Avenue.	Bill stub, account number, payment method and ID if service-change question.	Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Use drop box	Use the after-hours drop box by the front door at City Hall.	Check/money order and bill stub or account number.	Drop box payments after 8 a.m. are credited the next business day.
Start, transfer or disconnect service	Use the forms listed on Havelock Forms & Documents or call Customer Service.	Service address, applicant info, move date, deposit/ID if required, forwarding address.	It is the customer’s responsibility to contact the office to disconnect service when moving.
Late bill or disconnect risk	Pay and call Customer Service before the 24th/25th disconnect timeline.	Balance, payment confirmation, amount you can pay and any hardship details.	Accounts unpaid by the 15th get a $10.30 late penalty; unpaid by the 24th may be disconnected on the 25th or next working day.
After-hours water line damage	Call 252-670-0663.	Exact address, cross street, visible leak, hazard and time started.	This is for after-hours emergency-only water/sewer line issues.
After-hours sewer / wastewater issue	Call 252-671-6373 for sewer after hours or wastewater treatment emergency routing.	Address, backup/overflow location, manhole details, photos if safe.	Call 911 for immediate life-safety danger.

Fast rule: Havelock bills are monthly. Do not wait until the 25th if the account is unpaid. Pay through the fastest official route, save the confirmation number, then call Customer Service if the account is delinquent or close to disconnection.

Official Havelock Water Utilities Phone, Office and Emergency Contacts

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Customer Service

Phone: 252-444-6404
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Use for: utility billing, online portal help, payment questions, service applications, disconnect forms, trash billing and account changes.

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City Hall / Payments

City Hall: 1 Governmental Avenue, Havelock, NC 28532

Mail payment: City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532.

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Public Utilities / Emergency

Public Utilities: 252-444-6409
Water/sewer lines after hours: 252-670-0663
Wastewater treatment after hours: 252-671-6373

Route	Phone / address	Use for
Customer Service	252-444-6404	Water/sewer/trash billing, payments, portal login, missing bills, bank draft, account changes.
City main number	252-444-6400	General City routing if you are unsure which office handles the question.
Public Utilities office	252-444-6409 • 104 Outer Banks Drive, Havelock, NC 28532	Public utilities maintenance, water/sewer system questions and department routing.
Water Treatment Plant ORC	252-444-6420	Water treatment and water-quality technical routing.
Wastewater Treatment Plant ORC	252-444-6421	Wastewater treatment and reporting questions.
Water and sewer lines after hours	252-670-0663	After-hours emergency-only water/sewer line issues.
Wastewater treatment after hours	252-671-6373	After-hours wastewater treatment emergency routing.
Water treatment plant after hours	252-671-6372	After-hours water treatment plant emergency routing.
Solid waste/debris	252-444-6414	Public Works solid waste or debris issues, not water bill payment.
Emergency	911	Immediate life-safety danger, hazardous flooding, injury or urgent public safety event.

Havelock Utility Billing Portal: Login, Add Account and View Consumption

1. Open portal

Go to Municipal Online Services and choose Utility Billing.

2. Sign up

Create an account with email, first name, last name, mobile phone and password.

3. Verify

Enter the verification code and set a second verification method.

4. Add utility account

Use numbers before the dash as account number and after the dash as customer number.

Portal step	What to click / enter	What you should see
Open portal	Click Utility Billing on the City of Havelock Utility Bill Payment Portal.	Utility Billing home screen with sign-in and payment options.
Sign in or sign up	Click Sign in or sign up, then Create an account.	Account creation screen.
Enter profile	Type email, first name, last name and mobile phone.	Profile ready for password creation.
Create password	Type password and click Sign up.	Verification code screen.
Verify email	Enter the code and click Verify.	Second verification method setup.
Choose second method	Choose phone/SMS if preferred, enter phone number, receive code and verify.	Continue button after successful verification.
Add account	Click Add Account.	Account-number and customer-number fields.
Enter numbers correctly	Account Number = all numbers before dash. Customer Number = all numbers after dash.	Recent consumption and bills appear if successful.
Payment or history	Open the account after it appears in your profile.	Consumption, recent bills and payment options.
Portal problem	Call Customer Service at 252-444-6404 or use the City customer service route.	Staff can help locate the account/customer number format.

Most common portal mistake: Havelock’s guide reverses what many users expect. On the bill number split by a dash, the numbers before the dash are the account number; the numbers after the dash are the customer number.

Municipal Online Services Portal New Customer Portal Guide New Portal FAQs Customer Service

Havelock Utility Bill Payment Options and 2026 Convenience Fees

No-fee choices

Cash, electronic bank draft, bank bill pay, paper check, money order and cashier’s check can avoid the 2026 convenience fee.

Card fee

Beginning July 1, 2026, card payments are charged 3.75% with a $2.50 minimum.

E-check fee

Electronic check payments are charged $1.95 per transaction.

IVR extra

Phone IVR payments add $0.50 per transaction on top of card or e-check fees.

Payment method	How to use it	Best for	Watch this
Online portal	Use Municipal Online Services utility billing portal 24 hours a day.	Online bill pay, account history, consumption history and registered login.	Card/e-check convenience fee applies beginning July 1, 2026.
Pay by phone	Call 252-444-6404 anytime using the automated payment system.	Customers who cannot log in or need phone payment.	IVR payment adds $0.50 per transaction plus card/e-check fee.
Mail	Send payment stub payable to City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532.	Routine check/money-order payment when not close to due date.	Mail can be too slow for late/disconnect deadlines.
Bank draft	Download and submit the Bank Draft Form.	Recurring no-fee payment from bank account.	Confirm the first draft date before assuming the current bill is covered.
Bank bill pay	Use your bank’s bill-pay service and include correct account number.	Customers who prefer bank-controlled scheduled payments.	Banks may mail paper checks, so delivery can be delayed.
In person	Visit the office inside City Hall at 1 Governmental Avenue.	Cash, money order, cashier’s check, account help or receipt.	Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Drop box	Use the after-hours drop box by the front door at City Hall.	After-hours check or money-order drop-off.	Payments after 8 a.m. are credited next business day; do not use for same-day posting unless staff confirms.
Cash	Pay in person during office hours.	Avoiding processor fee.	Do not mail cash or place cash in drop box.
Paper check / money order	Mail, drop box or in-person route.	Avoiding card/e-check processor fee.	Always include payment stub or write account number clearly.
Cashier’s check	Use in person, mail or drop box if accepted by staff instructions.	Large balance or final payment where secure funds are preferred.	Save receipt and account-status proof.

Payment confirmation script: “I paid Havelock utility account [account number] for [service address] on [date/time] by [portal/phone/bank draft/mail/drop box/in person]. My confirmation number or check number is [number]. Has it posted, and does anything remain due before disconnect action?”

July 1, 2026 Havelock Water, Sewer, Stormwater and Trash Rates

Inside-city residential base total: Havelock’s July 1, 2026 rate page shows a $31.30 water base, $69.30 sewer base and $4 stormwater fee, totaling $104.60 before usage. City trash pickup adds $26.70 each month for each 95-gallon roll-out cart.

Charge	July 1, 2026 posted amount	How to read it
Water monthly fee, 3/4-inch meter	$31.30	Fixed water base charge before usage.
Sewer monthly fee, 3/4-inch meter	$69.30	Fixed sewer base charge before sewer usage.
Residential stormwater fee	$4.00	Fixed monthly stormwater charge.
Inside-city base total before usage	$104.60	Water base + sewer base + stormwater before water/sewer usage and trash.
City trash pickup cart	$26.70 per 95-gallon roll-out cart	Added monthly if the property is served by City trash pickup.
Outside-city water	Triple rate for water	Outside-city customers should confirm the exact bill because water usage is charged differently.
Sewer calculation	Based on water usage	Water leaks or irrigation use can also affect sewer charges where sewer is billed from water use.
Commercial accounts	Base charges vary by meter size	Use current Fee Schedule or call Customer Service for commercial meter rates.

Usage tier	Water rate per 1,000 gallons	Sewer rate per 1,000 gallons	High-bill meaning
1 to 3,000 gallons	$4.10	$12.70	Lowest usage tier.
3,001 to 6,000 gallons	$4.70	$13.90	Second tier; common when household use rises.
6,001 to 9,000 gallons	$5.20	$15.30	Check irrigation, toilets, hose bibs and seasonal use.
9,001+ gallons	$5.80	$16.60	Highest tier shown; leaks can become expensive quickly.

Utility Rates & Billing Residential Utility Bill Calculator Forms & Documents

Late Bills, Penalties, Disconnect and Restore Rules

15th day

Accounts unpaid by the 15th of the month become delinquent and receive a $10.30 late penalty.

24th / 25th day

Customers who fail to pay by the 24th may have water and sewer service disconnected on the 25th or next working day.

Restore service

Disconnected accounts must pay the full account balance and delinquent fee of $48.10 before service is restored.

Billing event	City rule shown	Customer action
Meter reading	Meters are read on or about the 15th of the month.	Check the meter/usage trend before the bill is generated if you suspect a leak.
Bill rendered	Bills based on meter reading are rendered on the 1st of the month.	Look for the bill early in the month.
Missing bill	If no bill arrives by the 5th day of the month, email/contact Customer Service.	Do not wait; missing the bill does not change the payment rule.
Due / payable	Accounts are due and payable on the 15th day of the following month.	Pay before the 15th to avoid penalty.
Late penalty	Accounts not paid by the 15th receive a $10.30 late penalty.	Call Customer Service if payment posted but penalty still appears.
Disconnect warning	Accounts not paid by the 24th may be disconnected on the 25th or next working day.	Use fastest official payment method and call with confirmation.
Restore after disconnection	Full account balance plus $48.10 delinquent fee must be paid.	Ask Customer Service exactly what amount restores service.
Failure to receive bill	Failure to receive a bill does not alter the rule.	Use portal, email or phone if the bill is missing.
Moving out	Customer is responsible for contacting office to disconnect service when moving.	Submit disconnect form and forwarding address so deposit/credit is handled correctly.
Meter tampering	City ordinance prohibits meter tampering and violators will be charged.	Do not open, unlock, bypass or reconnect the meter yourself.

Late-bill script: “My Havelock utility account is [account number]. I am past the [15th/24th] deadline and can pay [amount] today by [method]. What exact total, including late/delinquent fees, is required to keep or restore service, and should I call back with the confirmation number?”

Start, Stop, Transfer, Bank Draft, Leak Adjustment and Sewer-Only Forms

New utilities

Use the New Utilities Service Application if you are opening a water/sewer/trash utility account.

Moving out

Use the Disconnect Service form and provide forwarding information so deposits or credits can be handled correctly.

Account maintenance

Forms include bank draft, bank draft cancellation, change of billing address, leak adjustment, pool sewer credit and transfer of service.

Form / request	Use for	Practical checklist
New Utilities Service Application	Opening a new utility account.	Service address, applicant information, start date, ID/deposit details if required.
Disconnect Service	Stopping service when moving or ending responsibility.	Disconnect date, forwarding address and final bill/deposit instructions.
Transfer of Service	Moving Havelock service from one property to another.	Old address, new address, dates and customer/account details.
Change of Billing Address	Updating mailing address without changing service location.	Account number, new mailing address and contact phone/email.
Bank Draft Form	Starting recurring bank draft payment.	Bank information, account holder signature and confirmation of first draft date.
Bank Draft Cancellation	Stopping bank draft.	Submit before next billing cycle and keep confirmation.
Leak Adjustment Request	Requesting bill review after a repaired leak.	Repair date, plumber invoice/parts receipt, photos and affected bill period.
Pool Sewer Credit Request	Requesting sewer credit when filling a pool if eligible.	Fill date, pool size/gallons and account details.
Craven County Water – Havelock Sewer Only Account	Customers whose water provider is Craven County but sewer account is Havelock.	Confirm which provider bills water and which bills sewer before paying.
Cleaning Account Request	Temporary cleaning/service request where applicable.	Ask Customer Service whether the form applies to your property situation.

Move-out warning: Havelock says it is the customer’s responsibility to contact the office to disconnect service when moving. Do not assume the new tenant, buyer, landlord or title company automatically closes your account.

Water Line Damage, Sewer Backup, Wastewater Issue or Emergency

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Water/sewer lines after hours

Call 252-670-0663 for after-hours emergency-only water and sewer line issues.

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Wastewater treatment after hours

Call 252-671-6373 for wastewater treatment after-hours emergency routing.

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Water treatment plant after hours

Call 252-671-6372 for water treatment plant after-hours emergency routing.

Problem	What to say	Safety step
Water main break	“Water is running or bubbling at [address/cross street].”	Stay away from washed-out pavement, road hazards and electrical equipment.
Meter leak	“Water is leaking at or around the meter for [address].”	Do not open, unlock, bypass or tamper with the meter.
No water	“My address has no water; neighbors [are/are not] affected.”	Check whether the account is delinquent and whether an outage/repair is active.
Low pressure	“Low pressure affects [all fixtures/one fixture/neighborhood].”	Ask if there is a main break, flushing, repair or plant issue.
Sewer backup	“Wastewater is backing up from [toilet/tub/floor drain].”	Stop using water and keep children/pets away from contaminated areas.
Manhole overflow	“A manhole is overflowing/open/sunken at [location].”	Do not approach, open or enter a manhole.
Water quality issue	“Water is [brown/cloudy/odor/taste] at [address] since [time].”	Use cold-water taps only for checking and call if issue persists or is widespread.
Immediate danger	“This is a life-safety emergency.”	Call 911 first.

Repair-dispatch rule: the online payment portal does not dispatch utility crews. For an active break, sewer backup, no-water issue or public hazard, call the appropriate City phone route rather than submitting only an online payment or message.

Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment and Annual Reports

Water treatment

The City operates a water treatment facility with chloramines disinfection and corrosion-control capability.

Water plant capacity

The current water plant capacity is 2.80 MGD, with 2.20 MG of storage in three elevated tanks and one ground storage tank.

Wastewater treatment

Havelock operates an advanced wastewater treatment facility with tertiary treatment and nutrient removal capability.

Topic	Official context	Customer action
Average daily water flow	City page says average daily flow is about 1.2 MGD.	Use for system-size context, not bill calculation.
Water storage	2.20 MG stored in elevated and ground storage tanks.	Helpful for understanding pressure/storage questions.
Lead and copper	City page says the water plant meets or exceeds state requirements for THMs, HAAs, lead and copper, etc.	Use annual report and Water Treatment Plant contact for technical questions.
Wastewater destination	Used water travels to Havelock’s wastewater treatment plant before returning to the environment.	Keep fats, oils, grease and wipes out of drains to reduce backups.
Wastewater plant capacity	Current plant capacity is 2.25 MGD and NPDES permit allows discharge of 2.25 MGD to the Neuse River.	Use annual wastewater report for compliance context.
Wastewater discharge average	City page says the facility currently discharges an average of 1.46 MGD.	Useful for environmental reporting questions.
Annual water reports	Water annual reports are available through the Archive Center, and hard copies may be available at City Hall.	Open the latest report before relying on non-official water test claims.
Annual wastewater report	The City posts annual wastewater treatment and collection reports.	Use the report for sewer-system performance and compliance background.

Water Utility Division Annual Water Quality Report Annual Wastewater Report System Development Fees

High Havelock Water Bill: Usage Tier, Sewer, Trash, Stormwater and Leak Checks

Tier jump

Water and sewer become more expensive as usage moves through 3,000-gallon tiers.

Sewer follows water

Sewer charges are calculated based on water usage, so a water leak can raise both water and sewer charges.

Portal helps

The online account can show recent consumption and bills after you add the utility account to your profile.

Check	How to inspect	Ask Customer Service
Usage tier	Compare gallons to 1-3k, 3k-6k, 6k-9k and 9k+ tiers.	“Which water and sewer tier caused the increase?”
Toilet leak	Listen for running, use dye test, check flapper and fill valve.	“Can I submit a Leak Adjustment Request after repair?”
Irrigation / hose use	Check sprinklers, hoses, pressure washers and outdoor fixtures.	“Did outdoor use raise sewer charges too?”
Pool fill	Track fill date, estimated gallons and bill period.	“Should I submit a Pool Sewer Credit Request?”
Meter read	Compare current meter reading to billed usage if safely accessible.	“Was the reading actual or estimated?”
Trash cart	Check whether $26.70 per cart is included.	“How many 95-gallon roll-out carts are billed?”
Stormwater	Look for the $4 stormwater fee.	“Is this fixed or usage-based?”
Convenience fee	Check if payment was card/e-check/IVR.	“Is this charge a processor fee or utility balance?”
Late penalty	Check if payment posted after the 15th.	“Was the $10.30 late penalty added?”
Prior balance	Compare last payment, last bill and current balance.	“Is the amount new usage or old balance carried forward?”

High-bill script: “My Havelock utility bill increased from [normal amount/usage] to [current amount/usage]. I checked water usage tiers, sewer usage, trash cart, stormwater fee, payment fee, late penalty, toilets, irrigation and pool fill. Which line item changed, and should I submit a leak adjustment or pool sewer credit request?”

Financial Assistance and Hardship Contacts Near Havelock

Start with Customer Service: if you are behind, call 252-444-6404 first so you know the exact balance, late penalty, disconnect date and payment method that will post in time. Then contact assistance agencies quickly.

Agency / route	Phone / location shown by City	Best use
Craven County Department of Social Services	2818 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562 • 252-639-4900	County social-service help and emergency assistance screening.
Religious Community Services	919 George Street, New Bern, NC 28560 • 252-633-2767	Community assistance referrals.
Disabled American Veterans – Chapter 26	468 Highway 70 E, Havelock, NC 28532 • call first 252-652-9166	Retired/disabled veterans seeking help.
Catholic Charities	502 Middle Street, New Bern, NC 28560 • 252-638-2188	Human-services assistance screening.
Coastal Community Action	303 McQueen Ave / PO Box 729, Newport, NC 28570 • 252-269-4491	Community action help and program referrals.
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society	Quick Assist Loans route shown for active duty military.	Active duty military hardship support.
Salvation Army	1402 Rhem Ave, New Bern, NC 28560 • appointment required • 252-637-2277	Emergency assistance by appointment.

Assistance script: “My City of Havelock utility account is [account number]. My balance is [amount], and I am facing [late penalty/disconnect/restore fee]. I can pay [amount] today and need assistance or documentation for an agency. Can you give me the exact amount due and payment deadline?”

Map: Havelock City Hall and Utility Payment Office

Location / route	Address / phone	Use for
City Hall utility payment office	1 Governmental Avenue, Havelock, NC 28532 • 252-444-6404	In-person utility payment, account help, cash payment and drop box location.
Mail payment	City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532	Routine check/money-order payment with stub.
Public Utilities	104 Outer Banks Drive, Havelock, NC 28532 • 252-444-6409	Water/sewer system maintenance and public utilities department routing.
Water/sewer lines after hours	252-670-0663	After-hours water/sewer line emergency only.
Wastewater treatment after hours	252-671-6373	After-hours wastewater treatment emergency routing.
Water treatment plant after hours	252-671-6372	After-hours water treatment plant emergency routing.

Official Havelock Water Utilities Links

Havelock Water Utilities FAQ

What is the Havelock water utilities phone number?

Call Havelock Customer Service at 252-444-6404 for water, sewer, trash, utility payment, account and billing questions. The City main number is 252-444-6400, and Public Utilities is 252-444-6409.

How do I pay my Havelock water bill online?

Use the City of Havelock Municipal Online Services utility billing portal. You can create a login, add your utility billing account and view recent consumption and bills after the account is linked.

How do I add my Havelock utility account to the portal?

Use the account number and customer number printed on your bill. Havelock’s portal guide says the numbers before the dash are the account number and the numbers after the dash are the customer number.

What is the Havelock pay-by-phone number?

Call 252-444-6404 anytime to pay by credit or debit card through the automated payment system. Beginning July 1, 2026, phone IVR payments include an additional $0.50 transaction charge on top of card or e-check fees.

Where do I mail or drop off a Havelock utility payment?

Mail payment with stub to City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532. In-person payments are accepted at City Hall, 1 Governmental Avenue. The after-hours drop box is by the front door, and payments after 8 a.m. are credited the next business day.

What are Havelock’s July 1, 2026 residential base charges?

Inside city limits, the posted monthly base charges are $31.30 for water, $69.30 for sewer and $4 for stormwater, totaling $104.60 before water/sewer usage. City trash pickup adds $26.70 per month for each 95-gallon roll-out cart.

What happens if my Havelock utility bill is late?

Accounts unpaid by the 15th receive a $10.30 late penalty. Customers who fail to pay by the 24th may have water and sewer service disconnected on the 25th or the next working day. Restoring service requires the full account balance plus the delinquent fee.

Who do I call after hours for water line damage or sewer problems?

For after-hours emergency-only water and sewer line issues, call 252-670-0663. For wastewater treatment after-hours emergency routing, call 252-671-6373. For water treatment plant after-hours emergency routing, call 252-671-6372. Call 911 for immediate life-safety danger.

Why is my Havelock water bill high?

Common causes include higher usage tiers, toilet leaks, irrigation, hose use, pool filling, sewer charges calculated from water usage, trash cart charges, stormwater fee, convenience fees, late penalty or old balance. Check portal consumption and call Customer Service if unclear.

Where can I find Havelock water quality reports?

Use the City’s Annual Water Quality Report page or Water Utility Division archive links. Hard copies of water quality reports may also be available at City Hall, 1 Governmental Avenue, Havelock, NC.

30-Second Havelock Water Utilities Checklist

Pay/login: use the Municipal Online Services portal; when adding an account, numbers before the dash are account number and numbers after the dash are customer number.

Call billing: 252-444-6404, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; pay by automated phone at the same number anytime.

Visit or drop off: City Hall, 1 Governmental Avenue; drop box payments after 8 a.m. post next business day.

Mail: City of Havelock Water Department, PO Drawer 368, Havelock, NC 28532.

Late bill: unpaid after the 15th adds $10.30; unpaid by the 24th can disconnect on the 25th or next working day.

Emergency: after-hours water/sewer line issue is 252-670-0663; wastewater treatment is 252-671-6373; call 911 for immediate danger.

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High Water Bill & Leak Troubleshooter

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Possible cause

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Quick leak test Turn off all water, then check whether the meter still moves.

Toilet check Put food coloring in tank. If color reaches bowl without flushing, there may be a leak.

Ask utility Request usage history, meter reread, leak adjustment policy, and payment arrangement options.

Start, Stop or Transfer Water Service Checklist

Moving in or out? Choose your situation and prepare the details most utilities commonly request.

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Payment Assistance & Arrangement Finder

If you cannot pay the full water bill, this guide helps you decide what to ask before disconnection or extra fees.

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