How to Pay Your Green Mountain Power Bill

Green Mountain Power provides essential electricity services to homes and businesses in Vermont. As a customer, you’ll need to pay your bill promptly each month This guide covers the payment options available and tips for paying on time to avoid late fees or disruption.

Ways to Pay Your Green Mountain Power Bill

Green Mountain Power offers several ways to pay your electric bill conveniently each month

• Online – Pay via the online payment portal by logging into your account at greenmountainpower.com You can pay by credit/debit card or electronic check

• Phone – Call 1-888-835-4672 to speak with a GMP representative and pay your bill over the phone by credit card.

• Mail – Send a check or money order to GMP’s payment address at PO Box 1611, Brattleboro, VT 05302. Include your account number.

• In Person – Visit a GMP payment office to pay by cash, check, or card. Locations are in Rutland, Berlin, and Brattleboro.

• AutoPay – Set up automatic monthly payments from your bank account or credit card through your online account.

• Budget Billing – GMP offers levelized Budget Billing to even out power bill payments over the year. Call to enroll.

• Bank Bill Pay – Use your bank’s online bill pay to send a paper check to GMP each month.

Tips for Paying Your GMP Bill on Time

Paying your GMP electricity bill by the due date is important to avoid late payment fees and potential service disruption:

• Enroll in autopay to ensure your bill is paid automatically each month.

• Mark due dates on your calendar and set payment reminders.

• When paying by mail, allow 7-10 days for delivery before the due date.

• Review statements for accuracy – report any incorrect charges to GMP.

• Update your payment method right away if your card number changes.

• Pay a few days early to allow time for processing and postal delivery.

• Pay more than the minimum if carrying a balance month-to-month.

• Contact GMP immediately if you foresee difficulty paying on time.

What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your GMP Bill?

It’s crucial to pay your GMP bill in full and on time every month. Here’s what can happen if you miss the due date:

• A late payment fee is charged, usually 1.5% of the overdue balance.

• After 30 days past due, a disconnection notice is sent giving just 14 days to pay before power shutoff.

• Electric service can be disconnected if the bill remains unpaid after the disconnection notice expires.

• A reconnection fee applies if power is disconnected, typically $60-$100 depending on time of day.

• Credit scores may be damaged once an account is 60 days or more past due.

• Accounts over 90 days past due are sent to collections agencies, further harming your credit.

• GMP may require a security deposit for reactivation after disconnection related to nonpayment.

• Ongoing late fees, interest, and reconnection charges increase the amount owed.

• For severely delinquent accounts, legal action can result in wage garnishment or property liens.

What to Do if You Miss a GMP Payment

If you do fail to pay your GMP bill on time, take the following actions:

• Contact GMP as soon as possible to discuss your situation and options.

• Pay whatever portion you can afford as soon as possible to stop late fees.

• Ask GMP about waiving late fees based on your circumstances.

• Inquire about setting up a payment plan to pay down the balance over several months.

• Prioritize paying GMP over other non-essential bills to prevent shutoff.

• Verify the amount owed – report any billing errors immediately.

• If autopay failed, update your payment details right away.

• Avoid using credit cards or taking on additional debt until your account is current.

Avoiding Late GMP Payments in the Future

If you want to avoid paying your GMP bill late going forward, focus on:

• Calling GMP to review payment history and discuss solutions.

• Setting up bill reminders on your phone calendar and planner.

• Enrolling in autopay or recurring bank bill pay for automatic on-time payment.

• Checking your online account regularly for accurate billing and payment confirmation.

• Updating GMP anytime your phone, email, or address changes.

• Paying your GMP bill on payday before spending on other items.

• Building an emergency fund to cover bills in case of illness, job loss, or unexpected expenses.

• Reviewing your budget for areas to cut back and free up more funds for utility bills.

• Contacting GMP immediately if you anticipate difficulty paying on time in the future.

Get Payment Assistance If Needed

If you continue to struggle paying your GMP bill, call them to ask about available financial assistance programs. Nonprofit agencies may also provide help paying utility bills for those facing financial challenges. Don’t wait to get help – call early before unpaid bills result in shutoffs.

Staying current on your GMP electric bill should be a top priority. Sign up for autopay, take advantage of budget billing, and pay online or by phone for convenience. Maintaining on-time payment ensures continuous essential power services.