Utility Customer Services

Because of the effects of the COVID-19 situation, we understand that some customers are concerned about being able to make their utility payments. Our Utility Customer Service Division is providing customer service and payment options to assist utility customers navigate these challenging times.

We recently implemented some changes to make sure our customers’ utilities are not interrupted. Please review the implemented changes, options for making payments, how to contact our staff and options for requesting service remotely. The information contains services that are currently available, but can also be beneficial going forward.

We also included the phone numbers for several local assistance agencies in the event you wish to discuss your account with them. 

IMPLEMENTED CHANGES:

Temporarily Halt Utility Service Disconnections for Nonpayment

To provide relief for those who are not currently able to pay for utility services because of the COVID-19 crisis, there will be a temporary freeze on utility disconnects for the next 90 days at which time this strategy will be re-evaluated.

Utility Bill Payment Arrangements

In addition to the freeze on utility disconnects, we ask that any customer impacted by COVID-19 needing assistance paying their utility bill to please call 512.393.8383 to request payment arrangements or payment extensions.

Utility Bill Late Fees

This option includes waiving, on a case-by-case basis, the late fees for utility bills that are delinquent for up to 90 days if requested by customers. A form is available online at Direct URL: http://sanmarcostx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17488/COVID-19-Late-Fee-Waiver.

If you contact us, we can assist in arranging payment plans that provide a longer time period for utility payments to be made. The Utility Customer Service Staff can be reached at 512-393-8383 to discuss a possible payment arrangement or extension when it is needed.

COVID-19 Response: Customer Payment and Services Options 


Remote Payment Options:

Utility Web Options: 

Payments 

    Customer Connect 

    Payments (onetime and recurring payments) 

Moves

    Information

    New Move In

    Move Outs/ Transfer Services  

Emails: 

Primary  Utility_Billing@sanmarcostx.gov

Secondary  Utility_Billing_Info@sanmarcostx.gov  

Automated Phone Line: 512 393-8333

eBOX – Pay directly from your bank/credit union

By Mail: 636 E. Hopkins San Marcos, TX 78666

Walk-up Service:

HEB Business Centers:

  • 641 E. Hopkins 
    • 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
  • 200 W. Hopkins 
    • 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Monday - Friday
    • 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday - Sunday

Additional Customer Services available to customers:

Utility Assistance Agencies:

  • Community Action, Inc of Central Texas 512.392.1161
  • St. Vincent De Paul 512.353.7394
  • Southside Community Center 512.392.6694

Stay Vigilant about Potential Fraud

Some customers may be the victim of phone or email scams, especially during the COVID-19 crisis. We urge you to remain vigilant and aware of the potential for people to try to get you to send them money or gift cards, or provide them with your personal information.

Common Sense Steps to Avoiding Scams

Your San Marcos Utility Billing Center will never call you asking for personal information. If you suspect the call is not legitimate, take note of the number then terminate the call immediately.

We do not call customers after normal business hours or on weekends.

We are not going to do disconnects for the next 90 days. If you receive a call demanding payment or telling you they will shut off your services, please terminate the call immediately.


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