Paying your monthly electric bill to Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) by phone is a convenient option for customers. LCEC offers an automated pay by phone system as well as assisted agent payments. This guide will cover everything you need to know to pay your LCEC electric bill quickly over the phone.
What is Lee County Electric Cooperative?
Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) is a not-for-profit electric utility company providing electric power to over 211,000 customers in Southwest Florida. They are a member-owned cooperative focused on reliable and cost-effective electric service.
LCEC serves Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Hendry counties in Florida Residential, business, and seasonal customers receive a monthly LCEC electric bill that must be paid by the due date
When is My LCEC Bill Due?
The due date for paying your LCEC electric bill is printed on your monthly statement, usually around the same date each month
It’s essential to pay the total amount due by the due date to avoid late fees. LCEC charges a late fee if payment is received after the due date.
Pay by Phone Overview
LCEC offers two phone numbers for customers to easily pay electric bills by phone:
- 239-656-2300
- 800-599-2356
The automated pay by phone system is available 24/7. Payments post instantly. There are no fees for automated checking or savings payments.
You can also choose to speak to an agent during business hours for assisted payments. Credit/debit card fees apply when paying with an agent.
Steps to Pay Your LCEC Bill by Phone
Follow these simple steps to pay your LCEC electric bill over the phone:
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Call 239-656-2300 or 800-599-2356.
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Select language preference.
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Choose “Pay by Phone” from the voice menu.
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Enter your 10-digit LCEC account number.
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Select payment amount option:
- Current balance due
- Specific payment amount
- Select payment method:
- Checking/savings account – FREE
- Credit/debit card – $4 fee applies
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Provide payment details for the automated system or agent.
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Receive payment confirmation number.
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Payment posts instantly to your account.
Key Benefits of Paying by Phone
Paying your LCEC electric bill by phone offers these key benefits:
- Convenient 24/7 access
- Easy automated or agent payments
- No fee for checking/savings payments
- Payment posts instantly to your account
- Avoid mailing delays or late fees
Payment Arrangements and Assistance
If you are struggling to pay your LCEC electric bill on time, call LCEC as soon as possible to discuss payment plan options and bill assistance programs that may be available to avoid service disconnection.
Paying your monthly Lee County Electric Cooperative electric bill by phone is quick, easy, and secure. The automated pay by phone system allows 24/7 access while assisted agents are available during business hours. Take advantage of these convenient phone payment options.
Have the following information with you when you call or use the online forms
• Name under which the account will be listed • For individuals: social security number or passport • Phone number • Address of service location to be connected • Date of service connection • Mailing address if different from physical location • If the meter to the existing service is off, a county inspection and/or fire inspection may be required before the meter is connected. • For the quickest service, have the name of the current account holder, homeowner or meter number at the address
To Start Residential Service
• Name under which the account will be listed • Business entities must be active in the state in which they are established. • Legal documents may be required to verify active status of a business entity. • Identification • FEI or EIN number • For individuals: social security number or passport • Completed W-9 form. • Completed Commercial Authorization form. • Phone number • Address of service location to be connected • Date of service connection • Mailing address if different from physical location • If the meter to the existing service is off, a county inspection and/or fire inspection may be required before the meter is connected. • For quickest service, have the name of the current account holder, homeowner, or meter number at the address
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FAQ
Where can I pay my Tri County electric bill?
Where is Lee County Electric Cooperative headquarters?
How do I pay my LCEC Bill?
• Simply use your billing account number and your last name or business name to make a checking or savings account payment quickly and easily. • Checking/savings account payments are FREE and can post immediately to your LCEC account. A convenient way to pay your bill over the phone: 239-656-2300 or 800-599-2356.
How long does it take to pay LCEC credit/debit card payments?
Checking/savings account payments are FREE and post immediately to your LCEC account. Credit/debit card payments made before 4 p.m. post to your LCEC account within six hours. Payments made after 4 p.m. post the next day or you may schedule payment for a later date.
How do I pay my LCEC bill at Fidelity Express & MoneyGram?
Visit the Payment Options page on lcec.net for a list of Fidelity Express and MoneyGram locations. Cash is the only accepted form of payment at these Walk-in Payment Stations and there is a third-party service fee of $1.50. Customers must have their LCEC bill or account number to make a payment.
How do I pay my LCEC bill at a walk-in station?
Cash is the only accepted form of payment at walk-in stations. Please have your LCEC bill or account number with you. • No registration required. • Simply use your billing account number and your last name or business name to make a checking or savings account payment quickly and easily.
Does Lea County Electric Cooperative accept credit card payments?
Lea County Electric Cooperative now accepts Visa, Master Card and Discover for payments up to $1000 on your electric bill! You can access our phone payment system in any of our three office locations in Lovington, Tatum or Plains. Or you can make your credit card payment transaction over the phone by calling 1-575-396-3631.
How do I pay by phone at C & L electric?
The easy Pay by Phone program is available by calling 1-888-548-5546. A convenience fee of : In order to protect our members’ financial information, C & L Electric will NOT process debit/credit cards/e-checks in our office. Cash, check or money orders ONLY will be accepted as payment in our office.