Lee’s Summit Water Utilities 2026: Bill Pay, Login & Phone

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Lee’s Summit Water Utilities: Pay, Log In, Call, Report or Start Service

Use this guide as a practical Lee’s Summit utility desk. Pay through Paymentus, create an online account, set paperless billing, call the correct phone number, report an after-hours water or sewer emergency, start or stop service, understand 2026 rates, check winter sewer averaging, prepare a leak-adjustment request, and avoid the common mistakes that delay service or payment posting.

Start Here: Choose the Right Lee’s Summit Water Action

Customer service816-969-1900
Phone payment833-343-4840
After-hours emergency816-969-7407
Service center1200 SE Hamblen Rd.
User need
Official route
Have ready
Important Lee’s Summit detail
Pay water/sewer bill online
Account number, customer details, payment method, current statement.
Bills are due and payable on the billing date; a 5% late fee is assessed on the total outstanding balance as of the due date.
Register / manage account
Email, password, account information from bill.
Registered customers can manage autopay, multiple accounts and saved payment methods.
Pay without registering
Use the one-time Pay Now option in the online payment system.
Account information and payment method.
The City states payment can be made without registering an account.
Pay by phone
Account number, balance, card/bank details.
Phone payments are processed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Start, cancel or move service
816-969-1900 or Water Utilities Service Center.
Account holder name/contact, SSN, email, start/stop address, move date, forwarding address if moving out.
Normal service hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9:15 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday.
Report suspected private leak
816-969-1900 during business hours.
Service address, leak signs, water usage, meter location if known.
A service technician can check the water meter for an indication of a leak.
After-hours water/sewer emergency
Address, cross street, issue type, when it started, safety risk.
Use after 5 p.m., on weekends and holidays.
Mail payment
Lee’s Summit Water Utilities, 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.
Remittance stub and check/money order.
Payments through online banking must use the online banking account number from the front of the bill and this remittance address.
Drop box payment
Water Utilities front door, City Hall north entrance, or alley between City Hall and Fire Headquarters.
Check/money order with remittance/account details.
Drop-box payments post the following business day.
Leak adjustment / special form
Use Customer Service forms or call 816-969-1900.
Repair date, plumber/supply proof, account number, usage history.
Customer Service page lists a Leak Adjustment Request Form for water loss.

Fastest safe route: start from cityofls.net or the official Paymentus link before entering payment details. Use phone payment at 833-343-4840 only when you are ready to save the confirmation number.

Official Phone Numbers, Office, Mail and Drop Boxes

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Water Utilities Service Center

Address:
1200 SE Hamblen Road
Lee’s Summit, MO 64081

Phone: 816-969-1900
Fax: 816-969-1935

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After-Hours Emergency

Call: 816-969-7407

Use after 5 p.m., on weekends or holidays for water or sewer emergencies.

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Payment Routes

Online: Paymentus
Phone: 833-343-4840
ACH: direct debit form, no fee.

Paperless billing is available after registering for an online account.

Location / route
Official detail
Best use
Practical tip
Water Utilities Service Center
1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.
Billing, service start/stop, account questions, leak help, forms, drop box.
Bring bill, ID, account number and payment proof.
Business-hours phone
816-969-1900.
Customer service, private leak meter check, start/stop/move service.
Call before due date if payment or shutoff risk exists.
After-hours emergency
816-969-7407.
Water/sewer emergency after 5 p.m., weekends or holidays.
Give exact location and safety issue first.
Mail / online banking remittance
Lee’s Summit Water Utilities, 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.
Bill-pay remittance, online banking payments, check/money-order mail.
Use the online banking account number from the front of the bill if paying through your bank.
In-person Water Utilities
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9:15 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday.
Payments, documentation, account issue and customer service help.
Bring remittance stub for easier processing.
In-person City Hall Treasury
220 SE Green St.; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Payment alternative listed by the City.
Use when City Hall is more convenient than Hamblen Road.
Night depository / drop boxes
Water Utilities front door; City Hall north entrance; alley between City Hall and Fire Headquarters.
After-hours check/money-order drop-off.
Posts next business day, so do not use alone for same-day delinquency action.

Pay or Log In: Exact Paymentus Steps

1. Open official portal

Use the Paymentus link from Lee’s Summit Water Utilities.

2. Choose account mode

Register for ongoing features or use one-time Pay Now without registration.

3. Pick payment method

Online, phone, ACH, online banking, mail, in person or drop box.

4. Save proof

Keep confirmation, date, amount, account number and payment method.

Payment method
How it works
Fee / posting note
Best for
Paymentus online
Online access to accounts, electronic bill sign-up and consumption history.
Card payments may carry a vendor fee.
Most online payments and account management.
One-time Pay Now
Make a payment without registering an account.
Verify account before submitting.
Fast payment when you do not want to create login.
Registered portal
Manage autopay, multiple accounts and saved payment methods.
Paperless billing requires registered account setup.
Owners, landlords, property managers and repeat users.
Phone payment
Call 833-343-4840 and follow prompts.
Available 24/7; save confirmation number.
Customers who prefer automated phone payment.
Direct debit / ACH
Complete Authorization Agreement for Direct Payments.
No fee listed for ACH.
Customers who want automatic bank draft.
Credit/debit cards
American Express, Discover, Visa and MasterCard are accepted.
$2.95 fee applies to credit/debit card payments through the vendor.
Card users who accept convenience fee.
Online banking
Use your bank’s bill-pay system.
Must use online banking account number from bill and remittance address 1200 SE Hamblen Road.
Bank bill-pay users.
Mail
Detach remittance stub and mail with payment.
Mail time applies; not ideal near due date.
Non-urgent check/money-order payments.
In person
Water Utilities or City Hall Treasury.
Bring remittance stub for easier processing.
Urgent questions, documentation or payment proof.
Drop box
Three City drop-box locations.
Posts following business day.
After-hours check/money-order drop-off.

Card-fee note: Lee’s Summit explains that card processing costs are assigned to users of that payment method. ACH/direct debit is the better route for customers who want recurring payment without the listed card convenience fee.

Payment problem script: “I paid Lee’s Summit Water Utilities account [account number] on [date/time] by [Paymentus / phone / ACH / online banking / mail / in person / drop box]. My service address is [address], amount was [amount], and confirmation/check number is [number]. Can you confirm posting and whether any balance remains?”

Start, Stop or Move Water/Sewer Service

Start service

  • Call 816-969-1900 or visit Water Utilities.
  • Prepare account-holder name/contact.
  • Provide SSN and email address.
  • Provide address and move-in date.

Stop service

  • Call or visit customer service.
  • Provide service address and move-out date.
  • Provide forwarding address for final bill.
  • Ask when final bill will be generated.

Move service

  • Have old and new addresses ready.
  • Confirm overlap dates.
  • Ask whether activation charge applies.
  • Update online account if registered.

Fees

  • 2026 service activation charge: $10.
  • Reactivation charge: $25.
  • After-hours reactivation: $60.
  • 5% penalty rate on outstanding water/sewer balances.
Start/move script: “I need to [start / stop / move] Lee’s Summit water and sewer service for [address] on [date]. My name/contact is [name/phone/email], and I have my SSN and forwarding address if moving out. What charge applies and when will service change?”

Water Leak, Sewer Backup or After-Hours Emergency

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After-hours emergency

Call: 816-969-7407

Use after 5 p.m., on weekends or holidays for water or sewer emergencies.

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Private leak check

If a leak is suspected in a private water system, call 816-969-1900 during business hours. A technician can check the water meter for leak indication.

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Sewer lateral help

The Private Sewer Lateral Repair Program may help eligible owner-occupied properties with structural defects in private sanitary sewer laterals in the city-owned public roadway.

Problem
Call / action
What to say
Immediate step
Street water leak / possible main break
816-969-1900 during business hours; 816-969-7407 after hours.
“Water is flowing/bubbling at [address/cross street]. It started around [time].”
Stay away from damaged pavement or moving water.
Suspected private service leak
816-969-1900.
“I suspect a leak at [address]. Can a technician check the meter for indication of a leak?”
Check toilets, hose bibs, irrigation, water heater and yard wet spots.
Sewer backup
816-969-1900 during business hours; 816-969-7407 after hours.
“Sewer is backing up at [toilet/tub/floor drain/basement/yard].”
Avoid wastewater contact and stop using fixtures if backup worsens.
Private sewer lateral structural issue
Call 816-969-1900 and ask about Private Sewer Lateral Repair Program.
“I have a plumber video inspection showing structural defect at about [footage/location].”
Prepare video inspection and mark pavement where the failure is located.
Reactivation after shutoff
Pay past-due amount plus reactivation fee and call customer service.
“I paid [amount] and need service reinstated at [address].”
Turn faucets off before service returns.
Frozen-pipe risk
Use winterization steps before freezing weather.
“I need to locate my master shutoff valve and protect outdoor hoses/pipes.”
Disconnect hoses, insulate exposed pipes and keep shutoff accessible.
Emergency script: “I’m reporting a [main break / private leak / sewer backup / no water / emergency issue] at [address or cross street]. It began around [time]. The issue is [street / yard / basement / meter area / inside house], and the safety concern is [traffic / wastewater / property damage / no water].”

2026 Water, Sewer and Service Fees

Lee’s Summit water and sewer base charges and usage rates are effective January 1 each year. Other listed fees update July 1 each year or as amended.

2026 water base

5/8" x 3/4" meter monthly water base charge: $13.25.

2026 sewer base

5/8" meter monthly sewer base charge: $18.55.

Residential water use

First 7,000 gallons: $5.63 per 1,000 gallons in 2026.

Sewer use

Discharge sewer rate: $7.04 per 1,000 gallons in 2026.

2026 rate / fee
Amount
What it means
Monthly water base, 5/8" x 3/4" meter
$13.25
Common small residential meter base charge.
Monthly water base, 3/4" meter
$14.83
Larger residential/small commercial base.
Monthly water base, 1" meter
$19.87
Higher fixed charge for larger meter.
Residential water, first 7,000 gallons
$5.63 per 1,000 gallons
First residential usage tier.
Residential water, 7,000-15,000 gallons
$6.62 per 1,000 gallons
Middle usage tier.
Residential water, over 15,000 gallons
$8.27 per 1,000 gallons
High-use tier; check irrigation/leaks.
Commercial water
$6.62 per 1,000 gallons
Commercial rate listed for 2026.
Monthly sewer base, 5/8" meter
$18.55
Common small meter sewer base charge.
Discharge sewer rate
$7.04 per 1,000 gallons
Sewer usage charge regardless of source.
Service activation charge
$10
Starting service fee listed for 2026 fee schedule.
Returned payment
$26 effective July 1, 2026
Applies to returned payments after July 1, 2026 fee update.
Reactivate water charge
$25
Reinstating service after interruption.
After-hours reactivation
$60
Higher fee for after-hours reactivation.
Penalty rate
5%
Outstanding water/sewer balance penalty.

Rate-check tip: if your bill increased in 2026, compare base meter size, gallons used, residential tier, sewer winter average, penalty, returned payment, reactivation, and any ACH/card payment method before assuming the meter is wrong.

Winter Sewer Average: Why Summer Sewer May Not Match Water Use

Measured months

The winter sewer average is calculated using water usage shown on January, February and March bills.

April-December

For the remaining nine months, sewer billing uses winter average unless actual usage is lower.

New customer default

New customers receive a default average of 6,500 gallons.

Scenario
How Lee’s Summit applies sewer usage
What to check
Low indoor winter use
Lower January-March average can reduce sewer billing for April-December.
Check winter months for leaks, guests or unusual indoor use.
High summer irrigation
Water usage may rise, but sewer can stay at winter average if actual use is higher than average.
Separate water charge from sewer charge.
Actual use below average
The City says customers are billed for actual usage if actual use is less than the winter average.
Check whether usage dropped below your average.
New customer
Default average is 6,500 gallons.
Ask when your account will have its own January-March average.
Example
If winter average is 5,500 gallons and July water use is 15,500 gallons, sewer is billed at 5,500 gallons.
Use this to explain summer irrigation bills.
Sewer-average script: “My water usage increased in summer, but I need to understand the sewer charge. What is my winter sewer average from January, February and March, and did this bill use actual usage or the average?”

High Bill, Leak Adjustment and Private-System Checks

Continuous use

Check toilets, faucets, hoses, irrigation and water softener/filtration equipment.

Meter check

Call 816-969-1900 if a private-system leak is suspected; a technician can check the meter for indication.

Leak adjustment

Customer Service lists a Leak Adjustment Request Form for water loss after repair.

Winter sewer

January-March leaks can affect your sewer average for the rest of the year.

High-bill check
What to look for
Ask this
Toilet leak
Running toilet, silent leak, flapper issue, dye moving to bowl.
“Does my usage pattern look like continuous use?”
Irrigation / outdoor use
Broken sprinkler heads, stuck valve, hose left running, pool/spa leak.
“Did my usage move into the 7,000-15,000 or over-15,000 gallon water tier?”
Winter months
January, February and March usage.
“Did winter usage affect my sewer average?”
Private leak meter check
Meter movement while all fixtures are off.
“Can a service technician check the meter for leak indication?”
Payment/fee issue
5% penalty, returned payment, reactivation or after-hours charge.
“Which line item caused the bill to increase?”
Leak adjustment
Repair completed and proof available.
“What documents are needed with the Leak Adjustment Request Form?”
High-bill script: “My Lee’s Summit bill increased from [old amount] to [new amount]. Usage changed from [old gallons] to [new gallons]. I checked toilets, irrigation, hose bibs, meter movement, winter sewer average and payment fees. Can you help identify whether this is usage, sewer average, leak, tier, penalty or adjustment-related?”

Water Quality, System Size, Backflow and Lead Inventory

2026 report

Lee’s Summit released its 2026 Water Quality Report and states its water meets or exceeds all safe, high-quality water standards.

Water source

Lee’s Summit purchases water from Kansas City and Independence.

System size

The system can supply 32.5 million gallons per day and includes more than 650 miles of water mains and about 35 million gallons of storage.

Topic
Official detail
Customer next step
Annual water quality report
The report summarizes most recent water supply test results required by the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Open the 2026 report or call 816-969-1900 for printed copy request.
Water suppliers
Purchased from Kansas City and Independence.
Useful for regional source/taste questions.
Standards
The City states water meets or exceeds federal and state standards set by Missouri agencies and federal standards.
Use the current CCR for contaminant details.
Water distribution system
More than 650 miles of water mains, 4,925 hydrants, 14,000 valves, three pumping stations, eight water towers/storage tanks.
Helps explain emergency repair, hydrant work and pressure maintenance.
Fire protection
Water system provides drinking water and fire protection services; system can supply 32.5 MGD.
Report hydrant or pressure issues promptly.
Lead and Copper Rule inventory
Lee’s Summit conducted service line inventory and submitted the report to Missouri DNR in October 2024 for compliance.
Check inventory/notifications if your service line is lead, galvanized requiring replacement or unknown.
Backflow / irrigation
Known/potential cross-connections must have a backflow prevention assembly inspected and tested annually by certified tester with current Lee’s Summit business license.
Never use an in-ground lawn sprinkler without a properly tested, functioning backflow assembly.
Backflow questions
Call 816-969-1900 or email backflow@cityofls.net.
Use for testing notices, SwiftComply report status and tester questions.

Conservation, Outdoor Water Use and Pressure Checks

Inside savings

Short showers, full dishwasher/laundry loads, low-flow fixtures and fixing drips reduce waste.

Outdoor savings

Water only when needed, check root-zone moisture two inches down, and fix outdoor faucets/sprinklers/hoses.

Pressure check

Testing and adjusting home water pressure can protect plumbing, improve efficiency and reduce leak risk.

Conservation item
City guidance
Bill impact
Leaky faucet
Fix leaky faucets; one drip per second can waste 2,000 gallons per year.
Reduces avoidable usage and prevents property damage.
Showers
Keeping showers under five minutes can save up to 1,000 gallons per month.
Helps indoor winter usage and sewer average.
Lawn watering
Water lawn only when necessary; consider native/adapted plants.
Prevents movement into higher water tiers.
Root zone check
If soil is still moist two inches under surface, there is enough water.
Prevents unnecessary irrigation.
Deep, less-frequent watering
Water plants deeply but less frequently to encourage deep roots and drought tolerance.
Can reduce repeated shallow watering spikes.
Pool/spa
Install covers and check around pumps for leaks.
Prevents high seasonal usage.
Water pressure
High pressure can damage pipes and cause leaks; low pressure can reduce appliance efficiency.
Pressure issues can become leak/high-bill issues.

Private Sewer Lateral Repair Program

Eligible focus

The program provides financial relief and repair of structural defects on private sanitary sewer lateral lines in the city-owned public roadway.

Who may qualify

Eligible parties include owner-occupied single-family attached dwelling units and multi-family owner-occupied units.

Not covered

Commercial, non-owner-occupied single-family attached, rental and investment properties are excluded.

Program step
What to prepare
Why it matters
Contact Water Utilities
Call 816-969-1900 or visit Service Center.
Start the review before assuming City repair applies.
Application
Complete Private Sanitary Lateral Repair Application.
Formal request is required.
Video inspection
Licensed plumber video showing approximate footage and structural defect type.
City needs location verification and defect details.
Location marking
Mark pavement where the failure is located.
Helps confirm whether issue is in city-owned public roadway.
General maintenance
Root intrusion, grease and flushable wipes are listed as non-covered general maintenance issues.
Prevents denial surprise after plumber visit.
Ownership
Private sanitary laterals remain property-owner responsibility even after repair.
Program help does not transfer ownership to the City.
Sewer-lateral script: “I have a potential private sewer lateral structural defect at [address]. I am an owner-occupant, and a licensed plumber video shows [defect] around [footage/location]. What do I need to submit for the Private Sewer Lateral Repair Program?”

Map: Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Service Center

Use this map for Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Service Center at 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081. This is the key location for water/sewer customer service, in-person payments, account help and one of the official drop-box sites.

Location / route
Address / phone
Best use
Water Utilities Service Center
1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081; 816-969-1900
Customer service, billing, start/stop/move service, leak check, forms, payment drop box.
City Hall Treasury
220 SE Green St.
In-person payment option Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
City Hall north entrance drop box
220 SE Green St.
After-hours check/money-order payment drop.
Alley drop box
Alley between City Hall and Fire Headquarters, 207 SE Douglas St.
Alternate drop-box payment route.
Paymentus online
ipn2.paymentus.com/cp/lsin
Online bill pay, paperless, autopay, multiple accounts and saved payment methods.
After-hours emergency
816-969-7407
Water or sewer emergency after 5 p.m., weekends or holidays.

Lee’s Summit Water Utilities FAQ

What is the Lee’s Summit Water Utilities phone number?

Call 816-969-1900 for Lee’s Summit Water Utilities customer service, billing, start/stop/move service, private leak meter checks and account questions.

Where do I pay my Lee’s Summit water bill online?

Use the official Paymentus portal linked from Lee’s Summit Water Utilities. You can register for account features or use the one-time Pay Now option without registering.

What is the Lee’s Summit water bill phone payment number?

Call 833-343-4840 for the 24-hour automated telephone payment system. Save the confirmation number after paying.

What is the after-hours emergency number?

Call 816-969-7407 after 5 p.m., on weekends or holidays to report a water or sewer emergency.

Where is the Water Utilities Service Center?

The Water Utilities Service Center is at 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081. The phone number is 816-969-1900 and fax is 816-969-1935.

Where do I mail a Lee’s Summit water bill payment?

Mail payment to Lee’s Summit Water Utilities, 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081. If using online banking, use the online banking account number printed on the front of the bill.

How do I start, stop or move water service?

Call 816-969-1900 or visit the Service Center. Prepare account-holder name/contact information, Social Security number, email, service address, move-in or move-out date, and forwarding address if moving out.

What is Lee’s Summit’s 2026 late fee?

A 5% late fee or penalty rate applies to the outstanding water and sewer balance as of the due date.

How does Lee’s Summit calculate sewer usage in summer?

The winter sewer average uses water usage shown on January, February and March bills. From April through December, sewer is based on that winter average unless actual water usage is lower. New customers receive a default average of 6,500 gallons.

Where does Lee’s Summit drinking water come from?

Lee’s Summit purchases water from Kansas City and Independence. The annual water quality report says the water meets or exceeds federal and state standards.

30-Second Lee’s Summit Water Checklist

Pay/login: use Paymentus through cityofls.net; one-time Pay Now is available without registration.

Phone: customer service 816-969-1900; phone payment 833-343-4840; after-hours emergency 816-969-7407.

Office/mail: Lee’s Summit Water Utilities, 1200 SE Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.

Fees: 2026 5/8" x 3/4" water base $13.25; 5/8" sewer base $18.55; first 7,000 residential gallons $5.63 per 1,000; sewer discharge $7.04 per 1,000.

Start/stop: prepare name/contact, SSN, email, address, move date and forwarding address.

High bill: check usage tier, winter sewer average, private leaks, irrigation/backflow, pressure, late fee, returned payment and reactivation charges before calling.

Water Bill Payment, Leak & Utility Help Toolkit

Use this free helper to find the official water bill portal, avoid unsafe payment pages, handle late bills, troubleshoot high usage, prepare start/stop service documents, and contact the utility office with the right details.

Find official payment pages safely
Prepare before late fees or shutoff
Check high bill and leak causes
Useful on every city water guide

Official Water Bill Portal Finder

Enter your city, state, and utility name. This tool creates safe search shortcuts for the official bill pay portal, customer service page, outage line, and start/stop service page.

Safety tip: Use the official city, county, or utility website when paying a water bill. Do not enter card or bank details on a page that only looks like a payment portal but does not clearly identify the official utility.

Safe Water Bill Payment Checklist

Before paying online, use this checklist to reduce the risk of wrong payment, duplicate payment, missed receipt, or third-party confusion.

Important: Some official utilities use third-party processors. That can be normal, but the payment processor should be linked from the official utility website and show clear fee/payment details.

Late Bill, Shutoff Notice & Reconnection Action Plan

Select your situation and get practical next steps. This helps users act quickly without guessing.

Do not wait: If you received a shutoff notice, online payment alone may not stop disconnection. Call the utility billing office and save your confirmation number.

High Water Bill & Leak Troubleshooter

A high bill can be caused by leaks, irrigation, estimated readings, seasonal use, or account/meter issues. Choose the closest problem below.

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.

Your preparation checklist

Move-out tip: Ask for a final meter read, final bill date, refund/deposit process, and confirmation number when stopping service.

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.

Helpful document list: Keep your account number, photo ID, service address, bill copy, shutoff notice, income proof if needed, repair receipt if leak-related, and payment confirmation numbers.

Water Department Call Script Generator

Generate a clear call or email script before contacting the utility billing office.

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