Everyone who uses Florida Public Utilities has to pay their monthly bill so that services can keep running smoothly. You can, however, choose to pay in ways that are quick, simple, and easy for you. You can pay your Florida Public Utilities bill online, by phone, automatically, or in person. This article will explain the main ways to do each, so you can pick the one that works best for you.
As a Florida Public Utilities customer myself, I’ve tried all the different payment options over the years and wanted to share what I’ve learned to help other customers. There’s nothing worse than facing service disruptions or late fees, so I’ll explain all the bill pay choices to avoid those headaches. My goal is to make sure you know how to pay your Florida Public Utilities bill quickly and hassle-free each month.
Overview of Florida Public Utilities Bill Pay Options
There are several ways to pay your monthly natural gas or electricity bill with Florida Public Utilities. So you can choose the payment method that’s quickest and easiest for you. Here are the main bill pay options available:
- Pay online through the EZ-Pay portal
- Pay by phone through the automated phone payment system
- Enroll in autopay or one-time EZ-Billing payments
- Pay in person at authorized walk-in payment centers
- Pay by mail by sending a check or money order
- Pay at one of thousands of authorized cash payment locations around the state
You can easily pay with a debit or credit card, a checking account, cash, or a money order. Fla. Public Utilities also has a budget billing plan that makes payments more even all year.
Paying Online Through EZ-Pay
The quickest and easiest way for most customers to pay their Florida Public Utilities bill is online through the EZ-Pay website or mobile app Here are the benefits of paying online
- Secure payments can be made 24/7 from your computer, phone or tablet
- Low fee of only $2.25 per transaction (for debit/credit card payments)
- Immediate payment confirmation and updated account balance
- Store payment information securely for future one-click payments
- Avoid late fees by paying anytime before your due date
- Get text or email reminders about upcoming payments
To pay online, go to [https //wwwezpayonline.com/BillPayment/FPUC] and either login to your existing account or easily set up a new account. The whole process takes just a couple of minutes
Paying by Phone with EZ-Pay
If you prefer to pay your bill over the phone, Florida Public Utilities offers an automated phone payment system through EZ-Pay.
To pay by phone, simply call 1-833-773-9729 and follow the prompts. You can make one-time payments from your checking account or credit/debit card. The main benefits of phone payment include:
- Make payments 24/7 without having to login or enroll
- Immediately hear your balance and payment confirmation
- Low $1.95 fee per phone transaction
- Avoid late fees by paying anytime day or night
So whenever you need to pay your bill quickly by phone, the EZ-Pay phone payments system makes it fast and hassle-free.
Enroll in EZ-Billing for Automatic Payments
For ultimate convenience, enroll in EZ-Billing to have your Florida Public Utilities bill paid automatically each month from your bank account.
To start EZ-Billing:
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Click “Enroll Now” and fill in your account information
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Enter your checking or savings account information
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Select your automatic payment date
EZ-Billing offers these advantages:
- Payments deducted automatically each month so you never miss a payment
- Avoid late fees and service disruptions from missed payments
- No enrollment or transaction fees – it’s 100% free
- Get emailed reminders before your payment date
- Online account management and bill pay history
Setting up EZ-Billing just takes a few minutes but saves you time and hassle every month. It’s the most convenient option if you want your Florida Public Utilities bill paid automatically.
Paying in Person
If you prefer to pay your bill in person, Florida Public Utilities offers two options – authorized walk-in payment centers and retail cash payment locations.
To pay at a walk-in payment center:
- Bring your bill to one of hundreds of authorized payment centers around the state
- Pay by cash, money order or debit/credit card
- Small convenience fee may apply
To pay in cash at a retail location:
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Select “Cash Payment” and enter your zip code
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Find a payment location near you and generate a barcode
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Take the barcode to the store and pay your bill in cash
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No payment fees apply to retail cash payments
Paying in person allows you to take care of your bill with cash or speak with someone face-to-face. Just look up walk-in payment centers or retail locations on the EZ-Pay website.
Paying by Mail
To pay your Florida Public Utilities bill by mail, simply:
- Write a check or money order payable to Florida Public Utilities
- Include your payment stub from your monthly bill
- Mail to the address listed on your statement
Just make sure to allow 7-10 days for mailed payments to avoid late fees. And be sure to send your payment at least 3-5 days before the due date to ensure it arrives on time.
Budget Billing for Consistent Payments
If you want more consistency in your monthly bill amount, consider enrolling in Florida Public Utilities’ Budget Billing plan.
This program averages your usage over the past 12 months to calculate a fixed monthly payment amount. This helps avoid much higher bills in peak seasons like summer.
To start Budget Billing:
- Go to [https://www.ezbillingonline.com/BillPayment/FPUC]
- Login and click “Budget Billing”
- Review terms and select “Enroll in Budget Billing”
- Automatic monthly payments will adjust to your new budget amount
Budget Billing prevents unexpectedly high bills and gives you consistency month-to-month.
Avoid Late Fees and Service Disruptions
No matter which option you choose, the key is paying your Florida Public Utilities bill in full and on time each month. Late or unpaid bills can lead to:
- Late payment fees of up to $10
- Disconnection notice being issued
- Service being physically disconnected
- Additional reconnection fees if service is cut off
Avoid penalties and service interruptions by paying on time and in full every month. Florida Public Utilities offers so many convenient options like online, phone and automatic payments to help you pay your bill quickly and hassle-free.
Choose the Best Payment Method for You
As you can see, Florida Public Utilities offers flexible bill payment options to suit every customer’s needs:
- Pay instantly online 24/7 through EZ-Pay
- Make quick automated phone payments with EZ-Pay
- Set up automatic monthly payments with EZ-Billing
- Pay in person at authorized walk-in or cash payment locations
- Pay by mail or enroll in Budget Billing
Take a minute to review all these bill pay choices. Select the one that fits your lifestyle and makes it easiest to pay your Florida Public Utilities bill smoothly each month. The quicker you can pay with just a click or call, the less likely you are to incur late fees or service disruptions.
So choose the optimal bill payment method for you and pay your Florida Public Utilities bill conveniently and on time, every time. Reach out if you need help enrolling in automatic payments or have any other bill pay issues. We’re here to make sure paying your utility bill is fast, easy and hassle-free.
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