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WSSC Water offers five ways to pay your bill: Online, by Phone, by Mobile App, by Drive-Thru, by Mail and in Person. Go to Pay My Bill for more information.

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If you're experiencing a water emergency, such as a broken water main, or a sewer emergency, report it using our mobile app, email the Emergency Services Center, or call us at 301-206-4002.

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We're here to help. Eligible residential customers may start a pay plan or learn more about all of the financial assistance resources. Get started by going to Flexible Pay Plans.

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Emergency Water and Sewer Problems

If you're experiencing a water emergency (a broken water main) or a sewer emergency (a backup into your home), call 301-206-4002, report the problem on our mobile app or email emergencycallcenter@wsscwater.com.

Learn more about different types of problems and emergencies, and what you can do to prevent them, below.

  • Discolored Water/Flushing Guide
  • What To Do During and After A Boil Water Advisory
  • Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reports Breaks/Overflows
  • Recommendations for Non-Residential Commercial Buildings
  • Sewer Blockages & Backups
  • WSSC Claims - Notice of Loss
  • Miss Utility - Call 811 before you dig
  • Interactive Breaks and Leaks Graph

Discolored Water/Flushing Guide

Discolored water may not be aesthetically pleasing, but it is safe to drink. 
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December 15, 2020

What To Do During and After A Boil Water Advisory

If WSSC Water issues a boil water advisory, there are safety steps you need to follow while the advisory's in effect and after it ends.
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December 15, 2020

Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reports Breaks/Overflows

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Recommendations for Non-Residential Commercial Buildings

When a building or home has been unoccupied or closed for an extended time, it's wise to follow these steps and flush out water that might have become...
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December 15, 2020

Sewer Blockages & Backups

It can happen: one day sewage might back up into your home. Who's responsible for fixing the problem, you or WSSC Water? The answer: It depends.
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December 15, 2020

WSSC Claims - Notice of Loss

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December 15, 2020

Miss Utility - Call 811 before you dig

Even a little project can cause big headaches if you start digging before calling Miss Utility. Learn why it's so important to dial 8-1-1 before you p...
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December 15, 2020

Interactive Breaks and Leaks Graph

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December 15, 2020

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