For Southern Pine Electric cooperative members, paying your monthly electric bill conveniently online through MyPower is a popular choice. This article will cover everything you need to know about the benefits of Southern Pine online bill pay, how to sign up for an account, available online payment options, and tips for avoiding late fees.
Overview of Online Bill Pay with Southern Pine
Southern Pine Electric makes paying your power bill easy and fast through online bill pay on MyPower. With an online account you can
- View your current balance
- Check your daily usage
- Make instant online payments
- Set up recurring auto-draft payments
- Go paperless with e-billing
Online bill pay puts you in control of managing payments 24/7 through Southern Pine’s website and mobile app. You’ll save time and money with no more paper bills, stamps for mailing payments, or hassles remembering due dates each month.
Benefits of Paying Your Southern Pine Bill Online
Switching to online bill pay provides many advantages:
- It’s fast and convenient – pay in minutes anytime, anywhere in just a few clicks
- Get email reminders about upcoming due dates
- Avoid late fees with automated and recurring payments
- Go paperless by enrolling in e-billing
- Access payment history with digital statements
- Securely store payment information for future transactions
- No fees for electronic bank payments unlike with credit/debit cards
Paying online is easy and gives you more control over your account Southern Pine also offers a mobile app so you can manage payments on the go
How to Sign Up for a MyPower Online Account
To get started with online bill pay, Southern Pine members must first enroll for a MyPower online account on the website Just visit southernpine.coop and click on “MyPower” then “Register” in the top menu
The registration process includes:
- Entering your Southern Pine account number
- Providing your name, email, phone number
- Creating a secure password
Once registered, you can login anytime to view your balance, usage, payment history, and profile details. The self-service portal is available 24/7.
You can also download the MyPower app for your smartphone from the App Store or Google Play. This gives you access even when you’re away from your computer.
Making a One-Time Payment
After logging into your MyPower account, you can make a one-time electric bill payment in a few clicks.
On the home screen, click “Pay Bill” and enter the payment amount. You can then select a stored payment method or enter a new one.
Southern Pine accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, debit cards, and electronic fund transfers (EFTs) from checking or savings accounts.
Once submitted, online payments are processed instantly. Just be sure to pay by your due date to avoid any late fees.
Setting Up Recurring AutoPay
For hands-free bill payment, Southern Pine members can enroll in automated recurring AutoPay inside MyPower.
With AutoPay, your monthly electric bill is paid automatically on the due date from your specified bank account or credit card. You never have to worry about missing a payment or mailing checks.
To enroll, go to “My Profile” then “AutoPay Program” and enter your preferred payment method. Payments will be drafted each billing cycle on the due date for the full amount due.
You can cancel or change your AutoPay option anytime through your online account. Auto-draft payments provide reliable automated billing.
Going Paperless with E-Billing
Save time and money by going paperless with Southern Pine online billing. Instead of mailed paper statements, you’ll receive email notifications whenever a new bill is ready to view and pay online.
To enroll in paperless billing:
- Login to MyPower
- Go to “My Profile”
- Select “Paperless Billing”
- Verify your email address
Once activated, your monthly statements will only be provided electronically through your MyPower account. You’ll avoid clutter from paper bills while helping the environment.
Plus, e-billing allows faster payments since you can immediately pay as soon as you receive the email notification about your new bill. No waiting for statements to arrive by mail.
Payment Processing Times and Confirmation
One benefit of paying online is fast payment processing so your account gets credited quickly.
- Electronic bank payments – Processed instantly
- Credit/debit payments – Processed instantly
- AutoPay payments – Processed on due date
You’ll receive an email confirmation with reference number after every online payment and AutoPay transaction. Your account balance also updates automatically in MyPower so you can closely monitor your status.
Online payments avoid slow mail delays so your electric account gets credited faster.
Avoid Late Fees With Online Bill Management
The main reason to switch to online bill pay is avoiding late electric bill payments and penalties. With MyPower you have tools to stay on track including:
- Email alerts before due date
- Account balance visibility
- Recurring AutoPay option
- Instant processing
- E-bill reminders
- Mobile app alerts
You have no excuse for forgetting a payment or mailing delay. Online account management makes it easy to pay on time every month.
Southern Pine charges a 5% late fee on unpaid balances after the due date. This can add up to hundreds of dollars if you frequently pay late.
Leverage the digital tools with MyPower to stay on schedule and preserve your hardearned money.
Contact Member Services for Payment Help
If you have any issues signing up for MyPower online bill pay or managing payments, Southern Pine’s Member Services team is ready to assist.
Representatives can help with:
- Registering your online account
- Making a payment
- Checking your balance
- Setting up AutoPay
- Resolving payment issues
- Arranging payment plans if needed
Contact Member Services:
- Phone: 601-785-6511
- Email: [email protected]
- Web chat: Available 24/7 through Southernpine.coop
The knowledgeable staff can walk you through the online billing process and options for paying affordably.
Switching to Paperless Online Bill Pay
In today’s digital world, paying bills online just makes sense. Ditch the paper statements and tap into the convenience of MyPower.
Go paperless, automate payments, receive bill alerts, and manage your Southern Pine account anytime, anywhere. Paying your electric bill online saves time and headaches.
Sign up for a MyPower account today to start accessing the benefits of online bill management with Southern Pine Electric Cooperative. Simplify payment and account oversight to avoid late fees and free up your time. Welcome to the digital world of online bill pay!
THE POWER OF CHOICE
Log in or sign up for your My Power account to view and pay your bill, see your daily usage, sign up for paperless billing and more. You may also pay through electronic bank draft, by mail, by using our automated phone system or in person at any Southern Pine office.
Attention MembersIf paying with credit card, a 2.45% convenience fee will be added. If paying with e-Check, a $1.00 convenience fee will be added. You can avoid this fee completely if you pay by a different method. (cash, bank draft, or a paper check)
Set up recurring bank draft payment when you create your My Power account or using the button below, and never worry about missing a payment again. You’ll receive a one-time $25 bill credit the first time you sign up!
When you sign up for automatic bank draft payments, your bill is automatically paid from your bank account.
To set up automatic bank draft payments, click here for a form to complete and return to Southern Pine at any location or by mail:
IF YOU CHOOSE TO ENROLL IN BANK DRAFT
Please continue to make payment by using your My Power account, mail, phone or in person until your statement indicates that the account is paid by draft. If you need the draft to be effective immediately, please contact your local office.
Pay your bill quickly and easily online by logging into your My Power account and choosing “Pay My Bill” from the left column.
If you do not have a My Power account, it’s easy to register. Having a My Power account gives you access to so many great features including like viewing your usage, billing history, and paying your bill online.
My Power members have the following payment options:
- Pay from a bank account.
- Pay with a credit card or debit card.
To sign in to your My Power account or to register for your new My Power account, click here:
Paying your bill has never been easier! To pay your electric bill by phone call now and select Option 2 from the menu.
For your convenience, please have the following information available when you call:
- Your Southern Pine Electric account number.
- Credit card or debit card.
- Last four digits of the primary account holder’s social security number.
To ensure your payment is posted to the correct account include your account number on checks or money orders mailed to Southern Pine Electric, and enclose your bill stub with your payment. Send mail to:
Southern Pine Electric PO Box 70878 Charlotte, NC 28272-0878
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FAQ
Who owns the Southern Pine Electric Company?
Does Southern Pine Electric Co-op offer financing for heat pumps & weatherization?
Small, energy efficient changes can make a difference in your power bill. Southern Pine Electric Co-op and Regions Bank, along with Power South Energy Cooperative, can help provide affordable financing for heat pumps and weatherization. Best of all, low annual interest rates ensure that you are getting a good deal.
Can Southern Pine Electric Cooperative help you make smart energy investments?
As your trusted energy provider, we can help you make smart energy investments. In 2019, Southern Pine Electric Cooperative began awarding 20 graduating seniors a $1,000 scholarship to use at the institution of their choice.
What scholarships does Southern Pine Electric Cooperative offer?
In 2019, Southern Pine Electric Cooperative began awarding 20 graduating seniors a $1,000 scholarship to use at the institution of their choice. The scholarships are provided through the Electric Cooperative Foundation Scholarship program that was created by the electric cooperatives of Alabama in 1997.