Utility Customer Service
Moving Permit: A moving permit is required when moving IN or OUT of the Borough. The cost of the permit is $5. Download the Moving Permit Application here.
Application for Service: Electrical customers must sign up for services at the Utility Office. A driver’s license or valid form of identification is required for service.
Security Deposits: A security deposit is required at the time of application for residential and commercial customers. Accepted forms of payment for the deposit are cash, check or money order.
The deposits required are as follows:
- Residential - Non-Electric Heat: $200.00
- Residential - Electric Heat: $300.00
- Commercial - Minimum: $500.00
Disconnect/Reconnect Fees: Customers who request to disconnect or reconnect their services will be charged $50 for electric and $20 for water.
Termination Notice Fees: There will be a $10 termination notice fee effective July 1st. This fee will be added at the time the final termination (orange) slip is issued.
Meter Access: The Meter Readers have the right to have access to the customer’s premises in order to read, inspect or repair the meter. Meters must be kept free of debris, vegetation and snow. No locks are permitted which will restrict access to the meter.
Public Notification System: The Lehighton Water Authority utilizes Swift Reach 911 for a public callout system and allows the Borough to use the system for important public notifications. Please keep your contact information updated with the Utility Office in order to receive the phone calls and text messages.