Lynches River Electric Cooperative provides electric service to over 21,000 homes and businesses across parts of South Carolina. As a customer of Lynches River Electric you have multiple options for paying your electric bill each month to avoid late fees and disconnection. One convenient method is to pay your Lynches River electric bill over the phone using their automated payment system.
In this comprehensive guide we’ll cover everything you need to know about paying your Lynches River electric bill by phone. including
- The bill pay by phone number
- Payment options accepted
- Associated fees
- Steps to pay by phone
- Other bill payment methods
- Managing your electric account online
Understanding how to easily pay your Lynches River electric bill over the phone gives you a convenient payment option as a co-op member.
Bill Pay by Phone Number
To pay your Lynches River Electric bill by phone, you will call their automated payment system at 866-320-3119.
This dedicated bill pay by phone number allows you to use their automated system to make a quick payment. There is no need to wait on hold or speak with a customer service representative.
The Lynches River electric bill pay number is available 24/7 for your convenience. However, keep in mind that normal business hours for the co-op are Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Fridays 8am-1pm.
Payment Options Accepted
When paying your Lynches River electric bill through the automated phone system, you can make a payment using:
- Debit or credit card
- Electronic check
The following card types are accepted:
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Discover
- American Express
To pay by electronic check, you will need your bank account number and routing number available.
Cash payments are not able to be accepted over the phone.
Convenience Fees
Please be aware that Lynches River Electric does charge convenience fees for paying your electric bill over the phone using debit/credit cards or electronic check.
The convenience fees for phone payments are:
- $4.95 flat fee for debit or credit card payments
- $1.50 flat fee for electronic check payments
These fees allow Lynches River Electric to cover costs of providing the phone payment option and are in addition to the amount due on your electric bill.
However, phone payment avoids potential late fees if you can’t pay in person or through other methods.
Steps to Pay Lynches River Electric Bill by Phone
Paying your electric bill through the Lynches River automated phone system is simple:
- Call 866-320-3119
- Select your language preference
- Enter your 10-digit Lynches River Electric account number
- Select payment type – debit/credit card or electronic check
- Enter card number or e-check details and follow prompts
- A convenience fee will be added based on payment type
- Receive payment confirmation number
The payment will immediately post to your Lynches River account. We recommend writing down your confirmation number for records and checking your account online to ensure it applied properly.
Other Bill Payment Options
In addition to paying your Lynches River Electric bill over the phone, the co-op offers multiple ways to pay each month, including:
- Online through SmartHub or their bill pay website
- Mobile app via the Lynches River Electric SmartHub app for Apple or Android
- In person at their office in Pageland or payment drop box
- By mail sending a check or money order to the mailing address
- Bank draft for automatic monthly payments from your bank account
Explore all of the payment options to choose the most convenient ways to pay your Lynches River electric bill each month.
Managing Your Electric Account Online
Lynches River Electric offers an online account management system called SmartHub that allows co-op members to easily monitor and pay their electric bill.
With SmartHub, you can:
- View current and past electric bills
- Make one-time payments
- Check your daily electric usage
- Set up recurring payments
- Report outages and check status
- And more!
You can access SmartHub on the web, through the mobile app, or on your smart device. Enroll using your Lynches River Electric account number to get started.
SmartHub provides convenience and control in managing your electric service with Lynches River.
Paying bills by phone can feel antiquated. But for Lynches River Electric customers, using their bill pay by phone number provides a quick and easy way to pay your electric bill from anywhere without logging into your account.
Knowing the right Lynches River bill pay phone number, what types of payments are accepted, possible fees involved, and steps to use the automated system will ensure your payment processes smoothly each month.
Do We Have Your 911 Address?
The cooperative requests that all members update their account information with their proper “911” (physical) address and telephone number.
This will help the cooperative deliver your monthly bill in a timely manner and assist the cooperative in finding your residence if service is needed. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Login to the Pay Your Bill Online section and update your account information, call or email us.
Lynches River Electric Cooperative’s Automated Outage Reporting system makes reporting an outage quick and easy. Calling the automated outage-reporting number – 866-320-3119 – takes only minutes and a few simple steps. For the system to work the way it should, however, one ingredient is essential – your phone number.
You can help us restore your power as quickly as possible by checking with Lynches River to ensure we have your correct phone number.
The automated outage system identifies your outage location by your phone number. When you call to report an outage and we have your phone number on file, as soon as you hang up your outage appears on the dispatcher’s computer. The dispatcher can see your outage on a computerized map of Lynches River’s service area and the location of the nearest service truck.
If we don’t have your phone number in our records, you will need to talk with a customer service representative to report your outage. A few more steps are involved when you report your outage in this manner, which may delay restoration.
Several factors may contribute to the delay. For one, it takes longer to manually enter your outage report when it goes through customer service rather than the automated outage-reporting system. If other outages are reported in your area, the serviceman may repair the outages that came in through the automated system and move on to another service area before the dispatcher is aware of your outage.
Without your phone number, the serviceman may have a difficult time finding the outage location, causing a further delay in getting your power restored.
We don’t want you to be without power any longer than necessary. Help us restore power to your home or business as quickly and efficiently as possible. Contact Lynches River to make sure we have your phone number in our records.
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How do I pay at Lynches River Electric Cooperative?
Lynches River Electric Cooperative offers many convenient payment options. At the Co-op office, you can pay by Check or Money Order. We have, for your convenience, these available services: *Available Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-1 p.m. By Phone Use your MasterCard or VISA credit or debit card to make a payment over the phone.
Is it safe to pay my Lynches River bill online?
It’s fast, convenient, and most importantly, it’s safe. When you pay your bill online, you know exactly when we received your payment and when we credited it to your Lynches River account. All it takes is just a few clicks of the mouse and your credit card.
How do I pay my rivernet connect Bill?
RiverNet Connect customers have several options to pay their monthly bill. You can pay online, by phone, or by mail. COME TO MY NEIGHBORHOOD! All Lynches River Electric Cooperative members being served in Chesterfield, Kershaw, and Lancaster Counties can receive high-speed fiber internet provided by RiverNet Connect.
Why did Lynches River Electric Cooperative pay 13 cents?
The additional 13 cents provides monetary assistance for various charitable and non-profit organizations. Lynches River Electric Cooperative is a member-owned electric cooperative committed to delivering reliable electric energy and related services at a competitive price, which will improve the quality of life of its members and communities.