Convenient Ways to Pay Your Four County Electric Bill

Paying your monthly electric bill can feel like a hassle but Four County Electric offers several convenient payment options to make it quick and easy. As a Four County Electric customer myself I appreciate how they’ve modernized bill pay to fit my busy lifestyle. In this article, I’ll walk through the various ways you can pay your Four County Electric bill, including online, through the mobile app, by phone, by mail, and in person.

Online Bill Pay Through Customer Portal

The easiest way to pay your Four County Electric bill is through the online Customer Portal at https://billing.fourcty.org/oscp/. This allows you to securely log in to your account, view your balance, and make a payment anytime, anywhere.

The portal also lets you see your daily usage, billing history arrange recurring payments and set up text or email bill reminders. It’s much more convenient than waiting for a paper bill in the mail!

To get started simply create an account on the portal using your Four County Electric account number. The whole process takes just a couple minutes. You can pay by debit/credit card or electronic check. There’s a small $1.50 transaction fee for card payments.

Four County Electric Mobile App

In addition to the online portal, Four County Electric also offers a free mobile app for iOS and Android. Just search for “Four County Electric” in the app store.

The app gives you access to the same account management and bill pay features. You can quickly log in, check your balance, and submit a payment, even if you’re away from your computer. receive notifications about outages in your area too.

Having the app is so convenient for busy families like mine. I can easily pay the bill from my phone while waiting in carpool line or at my kid’s soccer game. The mobile app brings flexibility and makes bill pay possible anytime, anywhere.

Pay by Phone

If you prefer talking to a real person, Four County Electric’s automated phone system allows you to pay your bill over the phone by calling 1-800-431-1544. Simply follow the prompts to enter your account information and make a payment.

The phone system is available 24/7, so you can call and pay even during nights and weekends. However, payments made by phone do have a $2.50 service fee applied. Still, it’s a quick and easy option in a pinch.

Mail In Your Payment

Paying by mail is a traditional bill pay option that many people still use. Simply write a check for your balance due, include your payment stub from the bill, and mail it in the return envelope provided.

Just make sure your payment is postmarked by the due date listed to avoid any late fees. While slower than electronic payments, paying by mail works if you prefer writing checks or don’t have online account access.

Pay In Person

You can also pay your Four County Electric bill in person at any of their local offices. They accept cash, check, or credit/debit payments. There are no additional fees for paying in person.

The offices have payment kiosks available 24/7. You can also drop off a check or money order during normal business hours. Paying in person gives you that face-to-face interaction and helps support local jobs.

Enroll in Recurring Auto-Pay

My personal favorite bill pay method is setting up recurring automatic payments through the online portal. This securely links my checking account, and Four County Electric automatically withdraws my bill amount each month on the due date.

With auto-pay, I never forget a payment or incur late fees. And I love not having to manually go online and submit payment every month. Auto-pay saves me time while giving me peace of mind that my bill is always paid on time.

Consider Prepay Billing

An innovative option offered by Four County Electric is Prepay billing. With Prepay, you pay ahead of time for your electricity usage and have more control over your bill.

There are no due dates, late fees, or security deposits. You simply add money to your account, and your balance decreases as you use electricity. Prepay helps you better manage a tight budget without billing surprises.

Use Levelized Billing

Levelized billing gives you a consistent bill amount each month based on your average annual usage. This makes budgeting easier since your bill doesn’t fluctuate seasonally.

Four County Electric calculates your rolling 12-month usage average and bills you a “level” amount each month. At the end of 12 months, they true up any difference in actual usage. Levelized billing helps avoid painfully high summer bills.

Go Paperless With E-Billing

Sign up for paperless billing through the online portal to receive bills electronically rather than by mail. This saves trees and lets you easily manage bills online through the portal.

You’ll get an email each month when your new e-bill is ready to view and pay. Going paperless means no more lost bills or checks in the mail. Plus you can access billing history easily.

Let Operation Round Up Round Up Your Change

Operation Round Up is a charitable program where Four County Electric rounds up your bill to the next whole dollar amount. The extra change goes to support local community causes and non-profit organizations.

Just by rounding up a few cents each month, you can make a big collective impact. Enrolling in Operation Round Up is an easy way to give back to your community. Simply fill out the registration form to start.

Avoid Late Fees by Paying on Time

As with any electric company, it’s important to pay your Four County Electric bill by the due date listed to avoid any late payment fees. For residential customers, bills are typically due within 25 days.

Four County Electric offers a few days grace period. But late fees are 5% of your balance. I recommend setting up text or email reminders through their portal to get notified when your bill is ready. That way, you never miss a due date.

Paying online through auto-pay or the mobile app are the most reliable methods for paying on time every month. But ultimately, choosing any payment option is better than paying late fees!