What to Do When You Can’t Pay Your Nevada Power Bill
Nevada Power, also known as NV Energy, provides electric service for much of Nevada and some of California. The electric company website offers:
- Online payment
- Energy assistance information
- Tips on reducing energy bills
- Customer service contact information
How to Pay Your Bill
Pay online: All customers can pay your Nevada Power bill online by visiting http://www.nvenergy.com/home/paymentbilling/myaccount.cfm. This service requires the customer register for a free online account.
Pay at a payment location: Payment locations are available throughout Nevada and California. Customers simply enter their home address and search for the nearest payment location. Authorized payment locations are suggested if you’ve receive a disconnect notice.
Pay by mail: Customers can mail check payments to the following locations based on the area in which they live.
Northern Nevada
NV Energy
PO Box 30065
Reno, NV 89520-3065
Southern Nevada
NV Energy
PO Box 30086
Reno, NV 89520-3086
Pay by phone: Phone payments are accepted by Bill Matrix for all Nevada Power accounts. Bill Matrix contact numbers are based on service location.
Pay automatically: Automatic payments are deducted from your bank account each month. Nevada Power allows customers to sign up for this service via their account page online.
Questions About Your Billing Statement or Account?
Nevada Power, or NV Energy, lists all rates and tariffs on the official website so customers can view current charges for late payment fees and returned payment fees, among many other rates. The contact phone number for customer service in northern Nevada is 1-775-834-4444. Southern Nevada customers can call 1-702-402-5555.
How the Penalty Fees Work
- Deposits: Deposits are charged on new accounts at the discretion of Nevada Power or NV Energy. The total amount of the deposit depends on the usage history of the residence and/or credit history. If service is being started at a new residence, Nevada power charges a $100 deposit.
- Late payment fee: A late payment fee is charged on all accounts not paid by the due date.
- Returned check fee: If a payment is returned for non-payment, Nevada Power will charge a returned funds fee. The company will also require the total amount due paid in cash.
- Disconnection/Reconnection: Nevada Power will charge a reconnection fee if service must be turned on after disconnection.
I Can’t Make a Payment
- Third party protection: A third-party can be notified if you are in danger of having service disconnected. The third-party will not be responsible for the total amount due, but they are given the option to help make payment so service is not disconnected.
- Green cross: Customers with electrical equipment required for health purposes receive notification of planned outages before they occur.
- Disabled customers: Disabled customers should notify Nevada Power of any disability that requires electrical equipment. This could be taken into consideration before service is disconnected.
- Energy assistance: Nevada Power offers information on EAP (Energy Assistance Program) and Weatherization Assistance.
- Payment plans: Payment plans are available for customers having trouble paying Nevada power bills. Customers must contact customer service at 1-800-962-0399 before service is disconnected. All payment plan payments will be due in addition to current charges.
- LIHEAP: When seeking payment assistance programs, you often ask how to qualify for energy assistance with LIHEAP? The application process is simple, but is only available for a limited time due to limited funding. Upon approval, the funds go toward paying your Nevada Power heating and cooling bill.
Will They Work With Me to Pay My Bill?
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