Paying your electric bill is a necessary chore, but with Wells Rural Electric’s online bill pay options, it doesn’t have to be a hassle. Wells Rural Electric serves customers in Nevada with reliable electric service. They make paying your bill easy and convenient through their online account access and bill pay system. Read on to learn all about the options for Wells Rural Electric bill pay and how to take advantage of online payments.
Overview of Wells Rural Electric
Wells Rural Electric Company (WREC) is a not-for-profit electric cooperative providing service to customers in northern Nevada Their service area covers over 5,200 square miles across Elko, Eureka, White Pine, and Box Elder counties. WREC has over 9,000 member-owners who they provide with affordable and reliable electric service
As a cooperative, WREC is owned by the members they serve. They are committed to providing excellent service to their member-owners. Part of this commitment is making billing and payment convenient through online options.
Benefits of Paying Your Bill Online
Wells Rural Electric offers an online account management and bill pay system called SmartHub. With SmartHub, members can easily:
- Check account balances
- View billing history
- Make payments
- Set up recurring payments
- Monitor electric use
- Report outages
- And more!
Paying your Wells Rural Electric bill online with SmartHub provides many benefits including:
Convenience
You can pay your bill anytime anywhere using a computer smartphone, or tablet. No more waiting until the office is open or finding a stamp to mail in your payment. Pay on your schedule.
Payment Flexibility
SmartHub offers different payment options including credit/debit card electronic funds transfer or pay-by-phone. Set up recurring payments or make one-time payments.
Account Management
In addition to making payments, SmartHub allows you to monitor daily electric use, track payment history, update account information, and more. Stay on top of your account!
Time Savings
Paying online saves the time spent driving to the utility office and waiting in line. In just a few clicks, your bill can be paid without leaving home.
Environmental Benefits
Opting for paperless billing helps save paper and other resources. View and pay bills online to reduce waste.
How to Pay Your Wells Rural Electric Bill Online
Paying your Wells Rural Electric bill through SmartHub is easy and only takes a few minutes.
Set Up Your Account
First, you’ll need to set up your online account. Have your account number ready and visit https://www.wrec.coop/member-services/online-bill-pay/. Click on “Register for Online Access” and follow the prompts to create your username and password.
Login
After registering, login to your SmartHub account at https://www.wrec.coop/member-services/online-bill-pay/ using your username and password.
Make a Payment
With your account open, click “Make a Payment” to pay your bill. Choose a payment option:
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Pay now using credit/debit card or electronic funds transfer from your bank account. A processing fee may apply.
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Schedule a payment for future date.
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Enroll in recurring auto-pay to have your bill paid automatically each month.
Enter payment details and submit. It’s that easy!
Explore Other Features
Once logged into your account, explore all of SmartHub’s features. You can:
- Monitor daily electric use
- View bill history
- Set up paperless billing
- Update account information
- Report outages
- And more!
Managing your Wells Rural Electric account is simple and convenient with SmartHub’s online access.
Tips for Paying Your Bill Online
Follow these tips for the best online bill payment experience:
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Have your Wells Rural Electric account number handy when registering for your SmartHub account. This links your online profile with your account.
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For recurring auto-pay, check that payment date each month to ensure sufficient account funds. Update payment methods as needed.
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Register phone and email for SmartHub notifications about your account and payments. Monitor these alerts.
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Use strong passwords and update periodically. Don’t share logins. Enable two-factor authentication if available.
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Review account details frequently and report any suspicious activity. Catch errors early.
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Save receipts after making online payments. Check bank statements to verify payment went through.
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Contact Wells Rural Electric with any payment issues or concerns about your account/SmartHub access.
Following these tips will help ensure successful on-time bill payments.
Wells Rural Electric Bill Pay Options
In addition to online payments through SmartHub, Wells Rural Electric offers other ways to pay your electric bill conveniently:
By Phone
Call the automated pay-by-phone number at 1-844-846-2696 and follow the prompts to make a payment using your credit/debit card or checking account.
In Person
Visit one of Wells Rural Electric’s offices in Wells, Carlin, or West Wendover to pay your bill in person with cash, check, credit/debit or money order.
By Mail
Mail your payment stub and check or money order to:
Wells Rural Electric Company
PO Box 365
Wells, NV 89835
Allow 5-7 days for mailed payments to process.
Drop Boxes
Place your payment in the secure drop boxes at any Wells Rural Electric office location after hours.
AutoPay
Sign up for recurring monthly payments through bank draft, debit or credit card. Contact Wells Rural Electric to enroll.
Budget Billing
For consistent monthly bills, enroll in Budget Billing which spreads your costs evenly over the year. Contact Wells Rural Electric to sign up.
No matter how you choose to pay, Wells Rural Electric makes sure paying your electric bill is hassle-free. Online bill pay through SmartHub is the easiest and most convenient option. Sign up for online access to take control of bill pay and account management. Wells Rural Electric is dedicated to providing outstanding service and value to their member-owners.
Pay online, win prizes!
Not only are WREC’s online and mobile bill pay options convenient and easy, now you can win prizes by signing up.
Between June and December, everyone who registers for online payment will receive a $5 credit toward their next bill. WREC will also hold monthly draws for three $25 bill credits, building up to our grand prize drawing in December for a RING home security starter pack valued at $955.
All members of the residential rate class are qualified to enter. Current online payers will be included in monthly and grand prize drawings.
What’s the benefit (other than prizes)?
- Whether on PC or mobile device, access your bill 24-7 to monitor your usage and take control over your account.
- Pay on your schedule from the convenience of your home, or set up automatic payments. Pay directly from your phone, tablet or home computer.
- Help lower our cooperative’s carbon footprint by eliminating paper and printing.
- If you’re concerned about exposure during the pandemic, protect your health and safety during these troubling times.
Login and manage your account with SmartHub
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