Are ya tired of scrambling to pay your water bill at the last minute? I know I’ve been there – rushing to the Beckley Sanitary Board (BSB) office before closing time, trying to avoid those pesky late fees. Well, good news! The Beckley Sanitary Board offers several convenient options to pay your bill that’ll make your life way easier.
In this article, I’ll walk you through all the payment methods available so you can choose what works best for you Whether you’re a tech-savvy person who prefers online payments or someone who likes the traditional mail-in approach, BSB has got you covered.
What is the Beckley Sanitary Board?
Before diving into payment options, let’s quickly cover what the Beckley Sanitary Board actually is The BSB is responsible for managing wastewater and stormwater services in Beckley, West Virginia They handle everything from sewer maintenance to stormwater management, and yes – they send you that monthly utility bill that needs to be paid.
Online Payment Options – The Modern Way to Pay
Municipal Online Payments Portal
The easiest and most convenient way to pay your Beckley Sanitary Board bill is through their online portal Here’s how you can do it
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For first-time users:
- Click “Register” in the top right corner
- Enter your email address, name, and phone number (optional)
- Create a password
- Select “Create Member”
- Check your email for a confirmation link
- Log in with your new credentials
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After logging in:
- Select “Utility Billing”
- Click “Add an Account”
- Enter your account number INCLUDING dashes (xxxxxx-xxxxx-xx)
- Provide the amount of your last payment
- Select “Add Account”
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Once your account is added:
- Check the “Pay” box next to your account
- Click “Pay Selected Accounts”
- Enter payment amount and continue
- Enter your credit card information
- Submit payment and receive a confirmation number
Note: Municipal Online charges a small convenience fee of $1.25 for this service. This appears as a separate charge on your statement.
Quick Pay Option
If you don’t want to create an account but still wanna pay online, the Quick Pay option is perfect for you:
- Go to municipalonlinepayments.com/beckleywv
- Click on “Quick Pay”
- Enter your account number
- Follow the prompts to complete your payment
This is super handy for one-time payments when you’re in a rush!
Pay By Phone – No Computer Needed
Not everyone likes to pay bills online, and that’s totally okay! The Beckley Sanitary Board offers a convenient phone payment option:
- Call the toll-free number: 1-833-262-5906
- Have your account information ready
- Follow the automated instructions
- A $1.25 service fee applies (same as the online payment)
This method is perfect if you’re away from home or don’t have internet access but need to pay your bill quickly.
Automatic Payment Withdrawal (ACH) – Set It and Forget It
This is my personal favorite because I never have to worry about forgetting to pay my bill! With automatic payments:
- Your bill is paid directly from your checking or savings account
- Payments are made on time, every time
- NO service fee (unlike the online and phone options)
- You’ll still receive a statement showing how much will be withdrawn
To set this up, you’ll need to download and complete the Automatic Payment Form from the BSB website. This is perfect for busy people who don’t want to worry about due dates.
Traditional Payment Methods – The Old-School Approach
Pay by Mail
If you prefer the traditional approach, you can always mail your payment:
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Use the enclosed envelope that comes with your bill
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Include your payment stub with your check or money order
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Mail to:
Beckley Sanitary Board
301 S Heber St
Beckley, WV 25801
Make sure to mail your payment at least 5-7 days before the due date to ensure it arrives on time!
Pay in Person
Sometimes nothing beats the personal touch. You can pay your bill in person at the BSB office:
- Visit the office at 301 S Heber St, Beckley, WV 25801
- Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm
- Bring your bill or account number
- Pay with cash, check, or money order
This is a good option if you have questions about your bill or service that you’d like to discuss with a customer service representative.
Important Things to Remember When Paying Your Bill
No matter which payment method you choose, keep these important tips in mind:
- Always include your account number – This ensures your payment is applied to the correct account
- Pay by the due date to avoid late fees and potential service interruption
- Keep payment confirmations until the payment appears on your next statement
- Don’t refresh the page during online payments to avoid double charges
- Contact customer service if you have any issues: (304) 256-1760 or [email protected]
What If I’m Having Trouble Paying My Bill?
We all face financial difficulties sometimes. If you’re struggling to pay your Beckley Sanitary Board bill, don’t ignore it! Contact the customer service team at (304) 256-1760 to discuss your options. They may be able to work with you on a payment plan or connect you with assistance programs.
FAQs About Paying Your Beckley Sanitary Board Bill
How can I view my account history online?
Once you’ve registered and added your account on the Municipal Online Payments portal, you can click on your account number to view:
- Transaction history
- Address information
- Consumption history
- Average monthly payment
Is there a way to manage multiple accounts?
Yes! The online payment portal allows you to add and manage multiple accounts under one login. This is perfect for landlords or people managing properties for family members.
What happens if I miss a payment?
If you miss a payment, you may face late fees and potentially service interruption. It’s best to contact the Beckley Sanitary Board immediately if you know you’ll be unable to make a payment on time.
Can I set up paperless billing?
The BSB does offer paperless billing options through their online portal. This is an eco-friendly choice that helps reduce paper waste.
What forms of payment are accepted online?
The online payment system accepts major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
Conclusion: Choose What Works for You!
The Beckley Sanitary Board has really made it convenient to pay your bill in whatever way suits your lifestyle. Whether you prefer the convenience of online payments, the hands-off approach of automatic withdrawals, or the traditional methods of mail or in-person payments, there’s an option that’ll work for you.
My recommendation? Set up automatic payments if you can – it’s free of service fees and completely eliminates the worry of forgetting to pay. But if you prefer more control over when payments go out, the online portal is super user-friendly.
Remember, staying current on your utility bills is important not just to avoid late fees, but also to ensure the continued operation of our community’s vital water and sewer infrastructure. The money collected through your bills helps maintain clean water services throughout Beckley!
Have you had experience with any of these payment methods? Which one works best for you? Feel free to share your experiences or ask questions in the comments below!
Where Does It Go?
As well as getting safe, clean and reliable water to you, we also have to take it away once you have used it. So, when you empty the bath, flush the toilet or use your washing machine, it’s our job to make sure that all that used water – now called ‘sewage’ or ‘wastewater’ – is put safely back into rivers.
When you flush the toilet or empty the sink, the wastewater goes down the drain and into a pipe, which takes it to a larger sewer pipe under the road. The sewer then joins our network of other sewers and takes the wastewater to a sewage treatment works – sometimes it needs to be pumped there. At the sewage works we put the wastewater through several cleaning processes so that it can be put back safely into rivers.
Customers receive a sewer charge based upon the metered water consumption sent to us from the water company.
*The minimum charge for sewer service is $30.12 (for consumption up to 2,000 gallons) per month.
| Description | Amount Used | Period | Price/Unit | Unit |
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| First 2000 Gal. | >2,000 gal. | used per month | $15.06 | per 1,000 gal. |
| Next 3000 Gal. | 2,001-5,000 gal. | used per month | $14.13 | per 1,000 gal. |
| Next 20,000 Gal. | 5,001-25,000 gal. | used per month | $12.92 | per 1,000 gal. |
| Everything over 25,000 Gal. | 25,001+ gal. | used per month | $11.60 | per 1,000 gal. |
