We're currently getting lots of calls from customers, so you may need to wait longer than usual if you call. If you don't want to wait, you may find the answers you're looking for here, or contact us on Facebook Messenger.
You can use our website to tell us you're moving home, make payments, set up and update Direct Debits, give meter readings and more with an online account.
Create your online account quickly and easily here.
Our accounts and billing team contact hours are:
Our accounts and billing contact centres are closed on bank holidays, however our water services line, 0345 782 0999, is 24/7.
Please note, we only provide fresh water services to our customers. For sewerage and wastewater queries, you need to contact your sewerage provider. Find out who your sewerage service provider is on Water UK's website.
Do you have a question for us, about moving home, updating your details, or changes to your payment plan? Something else entirely? No problem, use our contact us form!
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Our water services team is available 24/7, but please only call if you have an urgent issue.
Essex and Suffolk Water only provide fresh water services to our customers. For sewerage and wastewater issues, you'll need to contact your sewerage service provider. This is either Thames Water or Anglian Water. Find out who your sewerage service provider is on Water UK's website.
Bereavement support
Losing a loved one is difficult. We have an experienced team here to support you. If you need any help please call 0800 090 2422.
Calls to 0345 numbers are usually charged at a local landline rate. Please check with your telephone service provider.
Email us with your questions about your bills, account, or water services at webcustaccs@eswater.co.uk
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Important: We do not provide wastewater services. Your wastewater supplier will be either Anglian Water or Thames Water.
We're pleased to offer British Sign Language interpretation from our partners at Sign Solutions.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can get in touch with us using the Sign Solutions video link or app, and they'll translate to our contact teams whilst you're on the phone.
Write to our Head Office:
Northumbrian Water Ltd
Northumbria House
Abbey Road
Durham
DH1 5FJ
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