Paying your electric bill to Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative (YVEC) is easy with their various payment options. Whether you want to pay online, over the phone, in person or by mail, YVEC offers convenient ways to pay your monthly electric bill.
In this guide we’ll outline the different payment methods available and provide tips to help you pay your YVEC bill quickly and easily each month.
Online Payment Options
Paying online is the fastest and most convenient way to pay your YVEC electric bill YVEC offers two online payment options
SmartHub
SmartHub allows you to pay your bill, view usage and set up autopay online or via the mobile app. To use SmartHub:
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Visit yvec.com and click on “Pay Bill” to create an account. You can also download the SmartHub app on your mobile device.
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When logged in, select “Make a Payment” to pay your current bill or set up recurring payments.
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You can pay using a checking/savings account, debit card or credit card through SmartHub.
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The mobile app also allows you to view usage data, contact customer service and report outages
SmartHub ensures fast, secure online payments and account management. It’s the most full-featured online payment option from YVEC.
Pay Now
YVEC also offers a “Pay Now” option to make one-time payments without creating an account. Simply visit yvec.com, click “Pay Bill”, then select the “Pay Now” button.
You can pay as a guest using a debit or credit card. Just enter your account number, last name and payment info to pay your current bill.
“Pay Now” is best for making a quick, one-time payment online. For recurring payments or account management, SmartHub is recommended.
Phone Payment
In addition to online payments, YVEC offers an automated phone payment system. To use the automated phone system:
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Call (855) 937-1837. This number allows payments 24/7.
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When prompted, enter your YVEC account number and set up a pin number.
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Follow the system prompts to make a one-time payment or set up recurring payments using your checking account, savings account, debit card or credit card.
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You can also check your account balance and update contact information through the automated phone system.
The YVEC automated phone payment system is available anytime and processes payments immediately. It’s a convenient option for paying your bill over the phone.
In Person Payment Options
If you prefer to pay your electric bill in person, YVEC offers kiosks and retail locations for bill payment.
Payment Kiosks
YVEC has a drive-thru payment kiosk located outside their Huntley office at 150 Cooperative Way. The kiosk accepts cash, checks, debit cards and credit cards.
To use the payment kiosk:
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Drive up to the kiosk during business hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm).
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Enter your YVEC account number when prompted.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to make your payment.
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Payment will be immediately applied to your account.
The payment kiosk is a contactless, convenient option for paying your bill in person.
MoneyGram
YVEC bills can also be paid with cash at any MoneyGram location like CVS, Walmart or grocery stores. Bring your account number, the YVEC receive code (16351) and a valid ID to make a cash payment via MoneyGram.
Payments made through MoneyGram before 5 PM on business days are applied to your YVEC account the same day. This in-person cash payment method provides another option for paying quickly at a retail location.
Mail Payment
To pay your YVEC electric bill by mail, send a check or money order made payable to YVEC along with your payment stub to:
Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative
PO Box 249
Huntley, MT 59037
Be sure to mail your payment at least 5 business days before the due date to ensure on-time payment. Paying by mail is simple but takes more time to process compared to online, phone and in-person options.
Budget Billing
YVEC offers budget billing to make monthly payments more consistent year-round. With this program, YVEC calculates your average monthly usage and sets a fixed monthly payment amount based on that average.
To qualify for budget billing:
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Your account must be up-to-date with no past due balance.
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You must have 12 months of usage history at your current address.
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Net metering customers do not qualify for budget billing.
Contact YVEC at (406) 348-3411 to enroll in budget billing. Keeping your monthly electric bill predictable can make it easier to budget.
Prepaid Power2Go
As an alternative to budget billing, YVEC offers a prepaid metering program called Power2Go.
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You pay in advance for electricity before usage instead of getting a monthly bill.
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Your account balance deducts as you use electricity.
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When the balance gets low, you “recharge” by making a payment to cover additional usage.
Power2Go allows you to pay-as-you-go and gives you greater control over your electricity spending. Any residential customer can enroll in the program. Contact YVEC to get started with prepaid metering.
Payment Assistance Programs
If you’re having trouble paying your electric bill, YVEC offers programs to help qualified low-income customers:
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Energy Share of Montana provides bill payment assistance to households in need. Apply through your local Human Resource Development Council.
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Project Round Up allows YVEC members to round up their bill payment which funds assistance for other members. You can opt-in on your billing statement.
Contact YVEC about eligibility if you need help paying your electric bill this winter.
Tips for Paying Your YVEC Bill
Here are a few tips to manage your electric bill payments to YVEC:
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Sign up for paperless billing and automated payments to save time and avoid late fees.
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Pay early in the day to avoid issues if paying online close to the due date.
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Contact YVEC immediately if you anticipate having trouble paying your bill.
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Set payment reminders and keep your account info handy to pay on time each month.
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Enroll in budget billing or Power2Go to gain predictability in your monthly electric bill amount.
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Check for energy assistance if you qualify for bill help based on income.
Paying your YVEC electric bill should be simple each month. Follow this guide to choose a convenient payment option and utilize tips to pay on time, every time. Reach out to YVEC with any questions on managing your electric account.
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How do I make a payment at Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative?
Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative (YVEC) offers several payment options for your convenience. Additionally, a 24-hour payment can be made by phone or you can visit our office headquarters in Huntley and make a payment with our drive-thru kiosk. Safe and secure payment links are provided on our site.
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Does Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative offer prepaid metering?
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Where can I pay a yvec Bill?
Monthly bills can be paid in person using cash at over 30,000 U.S. locations inside retailers like CVS and Walmart. To pay a YVEC bill at one of these locations bring the following: If you use a third-party vendor that is not affiliated with YVEC, you may be subject to additional charges and a delay in your payment.