Paying your monthly electricity bill from Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) is easy and convenient with multiple options. One simple method is to pay by phone using NOVEC’s automated bill payment line. In this article, I’ll provide the phone number to call and walk through the steps to pay your NOVEC bill over the phone.
NOVEC Bill Pay Phone Number
To make a payment by phone you’ll need to call NOVEC’s toll-free automated payment line at
844-574-1512
This automated system is available 24/7 for your convenience
NOVEC does not charge any fees for paying by phone using their toll-free number. However, third party transaction fees from your bank or card issuer may apply.
What Information You’ll Need
Before calling to pay your electric bill, make sure you have the following handy:
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Your NOVEC account number – Find this on your monthly statement
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Payment amount – The full or partial amount you wish to pay
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Payment method – Debit/credit card or checking account info
Having this information ready will allow the payment process to go quickly and smoothly.
Step-by-Step Guide to Paying Your NOVEC Bill by Phone
Follow these simple steps to pay your NOVEC electricity bill over the phone:
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Call 844-574-1512
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Select your language preference – Press 1 for English or 2 for Spanish
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Enter your 10-digit NOVEC account number
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Select payment type – Press 1 for credit/debit card or 2 for checking account
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Enter payment amount
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Provide payment details – Card number and expiration or bank routing/account number
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Create a one-time 4-digit PIN for phone payments
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Review payment summary and confirm details
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Receive payment confirmation number
The automated system will guide you through each step. Your payment will typically process in real-time upon confirmation.
Payment Posting Timeframe
NOVEC bills paid over the phone by 4pm on business days will post the same day to your account. Payments made after 4pm or on weekends/holidays will post the next business day.
Once posted, you can review your updated account balance and payment history through your online NOVEC SmartHub account.
Other NOVEC Bill Pay Options
In addition to phone payments, NOVEC offers several other convenient ways to pay your bill, including:
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Online – Through SmartHub account or Pay Now portal
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Mobile app – Using the SmartHub app for iPhone/Android
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By mail – Send check or money order with payment stub
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In person – At authorized payment locations
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Bank bill pay – Through your bank’s online bill system
Check your monthly NOVEC bill for instructions on all available payment methods. Choose the option that best suits your needs each month.
Get NOVEC Account Support
If you have any other questions concerning your electric account or need general information, contact NOVEC Customer Care:
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Call 703-335-0500, Monday-Friday from 7:45am-5:30pm
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Email: [email protected]
The NOVEC support team is ready to provide prompt, friendly assistance. Sign up for a SmartHub account today to access even more convenient services for managing your Northern Virginia electric service.
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FAQ
How do I contact NOVEC VA customer service?
How to find NOVEC account number?
Is NOVEC part of Dominion Energy?
How do I make a Novec payment?
Please write your NOVEC account number on your check. If you have misplaced the current bill, look for your account number on a prior month’s bill. Mailed payments post within 7 to 10 business days. Click here for a list of NOVEC locations where in-person payments are accepted. Please call 844-574-1512. You will be required to set a one-time PIN.
How do I contact Novec?
For other questions concerning your account or general information about the Cooperative, please call the NOVEC Customer Care Center, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 703-335-0500, or you can email us. You can also fax us at 703-392-1740. Email Us Please do not attempt to report an outage via email.
How do I know if my Novec payment has been credited?
Check with your bank to see if it has this feature. Have your NOVEC bill or your account number available. Customers are responsible for ensuring their intended monthly payments have been credited on time — please make sure you allow enough time for your payments to process.
Who is Novec?
Founded by the member-owned electric utility, NOVEC, we carry forward the heritage of customer service that has made us a top-rated utility nationally for customer service and support. Take a look at the frequently asked questions about Billing & Payments below. And if you need further assistance, we’re just a phone call away.
What will change with Novec energy solutions?
What will change is that NOVEC Energy Solutions will be the gas supplier to your utility and the price you pay for that gas will change. Your Gas Service: Your local utility maintains the gas lines in your city and to your home, meters usage, and handles billing.
What are Novec contributions?
These contributions help provide energy assistance to NOVEC customers in need. Renewable Energy Certificates – Support the development of green energy sources by purchasing an environmental commodity that represents the added value of producing electricity from a qualifying renewable resource.