Living on an army base comes with unique challenges including limited internet and TV providers. For those stationed at Fort Carson in Colorado TDS offers reliable home services along with multiple ways to easily pay your monthly bill. This article will walk through the various bill pay options TDS provides Fort Carson residents, from online payments to paying by phone, mail, or in person.
Why Choose TDS for Your Internet, TV, and Phone?
TDS has been proudly serving military communities for over 60 years. They understand the importance of staying connected and entertained during downtime between deployments. TDS offers fast reliable internet powered by a 100% fiber-optic network, along with crystal-clear TV and home phone service.
Their services are tailored to meet the needs of military life, with flexible contract terms, moving assistance, and dedicated 24/7 customer support. TDS makes it easy to start, stop, and transfer service as you get stationed around the country.
Overview of Payment Options with TDS
As a TDS customer on Fort Carson, you have several convenient ways to pay your monthly bill:
- Online through the MyTDS account portal
- By phone
- By mail
- In person at authorized payment locations
You can choose the option that best fits your schedule and preferences each month TDS offers secure payment processing and flexible due dates to work with military pay cycles
Step-by-Step Guide to Paying Your TDS Bill Online
Paying online through your MyTDS account is the fastest, most convenient way to pay your TDS bill. Just follow these simple steps:
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Visit tds.net and log into My Account using your username and password.
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On the My Account homepage, select “View/Pay Bill” under the “Quick Actions” menu.
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On the Billing page, click “Make Payment” next to the current bill.
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Enter your payment amount and select a payment method such as credit/debit card or bank account.
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Confirm your payment details and submit.
You’ll receive an emailed receipt confirming your payment. It’s that quick and easy!
Paying Your TDS Bill by Phone
If you prefer to pay your bill over the phone, TDS offers a few different options:
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24/7 Automated Payments – Call 1-888-818-3682 and use the automated system to make a payment using your checking account or credit card.
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Live Agent Assistance – Call 1-833-593-0777 anytime to speak with a TDS agent who can take your payment over the phone.
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Western Union – Visit a Western Union location (found at select check cashing stores) and pay your TDS bill in cash for a small service fee.
Paying by Mail
To pay your monthly TDS bill by check or money order via mail:
- Write your 10-digit TDS account number on the payment
- Make payable to TDS
- Mail to: TDS, PO Box 94510, Palatine, IL 60094-4510
Allow 7-10 business days for standard mail delivery and processing
Paying Your TDS Bill in Person
You can avoid fees and postage by paying your TDS bill in person at one of their authorized payment locations in Colorado Springs:
- CheckFreePay – Located at 3157 N Academy Blvd and 655 Space Center Dr
- The Broadmoor Towne Center – 1stBank located at 2130 Southgate Rd
Bring your current TDS bill or have your 10-digit account number. Payments are accepted in cash, check, or debit card.
Tips for Staying on Track with Bill Pay
Use these tips to help you remember and complete your TDS payment on time each month:
- Enroll in autopay or paperless billing through MyTDS to automate payments
- Update your payment method information if cards expire or accounts change
- Calendar bill due date reminders on your phone or computer
- Avoid fees by paying on time, as late fees start at $7.50
With numerous ways to pay your bill, TDS makes it simple for military members to handle monthly utilities on Fort Carson. Choose the option that works best for your unique needs and schedule.
TDS Is Proud to Serve the Fort Carson Community
TDS understands life in the military comes with frequent relocations and deployments. Their services and billing options are flexible to meet the needs of army families. TDS is honored to help troops stay connected to loved ones during their time on Fort Carson and beyond.
With fast internet speeds, crystal-clear TV, and reliable home phone service, TDS provides the entertainment and communication tools military members count on during downtime on base. And with various bill pay choices, from online payments to paying by phone or mail, TDS makes it easy to manage monthly utilities.
For specialized military discounts and promotions, visit tds.com/military or speak with a TDS representative today to get started with services.
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To set up an automatic payment:
- From the top bar click on Manage ePay Accounts and select “Auto Pay Settings”
- or click on the Set Up Auto Pay button on the bottom right hand side of the screen.
- Select your Payment Method from the dropdown and choose [Enter a new Bank Account] or [Enter a new Credit/Debit Card].
- Click Continue after choosing Bank Account or Credit/Debit Card.
- Enter your bank information or debit/credit card information and click on Continue button.
- Add your payment details. Slide button over to “Yes” for the Payment Method Storage Terms and Conditions.
- NOTE: If you currently use Sav-A-Check to pay your bill, don’t set up automatic payments in TDS ePay until you receive a message on your next paper bill confirming you are enrolled in TDS ePay. This avoids duplicate payments applied to your account.
- To make a one-time payment:
- Select View and Pay Bills at the top of the TDS ePay site. A list of your active accounts will be shown.
- If you have more than one account, choose the account you want to apply a payment to and click the “Pay” checkbox. (If you only have one account, there will be no “Pay” check-box to click).
- Fill out the payment method, payment date, and payment amount. Then, click the Pay button.
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FAQ
Can I pay my TDS bill online?
What is the phone number for TDS pay bill?
How do I access my TDS account?
How to do TDS payment?
How do I pay my TDs Bill?
You can pay your TDS bill using four methods. You can enroll in TDS ePay, use your bank or financial institutions bill payment service, you can use a Sav-a-Check, or make a rush payment via phone or My Account. Learn more about these methods below. To pay electronically:
How do I apply a payment to my TDs epay account?
This avoids duplicate payments applied to your account. Select View and Pay Bills at the top of the TDS ePay site. A list of your active accounts will be shown. If you have more than one account, choose the account you want to apply a payment to and click the “Pay” checkbox. (If you only have one account, there will be no “Pay” check-box to click).
Does Western Union accept TDs payments?
For your convenience, we have Western Union Convenience Pay agents located nationwide to accept your TDS payments ($2.00 charge may apply). Payments post within 3 business days. Business days are defined as Monday – Friday excluding federal holidays. For billing or payment-related questions, please call 1-888-225-5837.
Are all soldiers eligible for TDS representation?
Unlike public defenders in civilian jurisdictions, there is no means test required to determine eligibility; all soldiers are entitled to TDS representation by virtue of being subject to the UCMJ. The various categories of representation fall into three priorities.