How to Pay Your Wayne White Electric Bill

Paying your electric bill on time every month is important to keep your lights on and avoid late fees. Wayne White Counties Electric Cooperative offers several convenient payment options to fit your needs. In this article, we’ll give you all the details on the available payment methods, so you can choose the right option for paying your Wayne White electric bill.

In-Person Payments

One easy way to pay is to drop off your payment at one of several local banks that accept payments for Wayne White Electric. This allows you to pay in cash or check without having to go to the electric coop office. The following banks accept Wayne White electric bill payments:

• Peoples National Bank in McLeansboro or Dahlgren
• Bean Capital Banking Center in Wayne City
• Mt Erie Banking Center in Mt Erie
• First Bank in Carmi or Grayville
• Trust Bank in Cisne

To pay in person simply bring your bill with you and hand your payment to the teller. Be sure to pay a few days before your due date to allow time for the payment to process. The banks accept payments Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Online Payments Through SmartHub

For fast, secure online payments 24/7, the SmartHub portal is the best option. You can pay through the website or through the SmartHub mobile app on your smartphone.

To use SmartHub, you’ll first need to create an account using your Wayne White account number. Once logged in, you can:

• View your current bill and account balance
• Make a one-time payment on your account
• Check your daily electric usage
• Set up recurring payments to be drafted automatically
• Report water meter readings if you have water service

SmartHub allows you to pay by debit/credit card, checking account, or electronic funds transfer. You’ll get confirmation emails for your payments and account activity.

Pay by Phone

Another way to pay your electric bill is by calling Wayne White’s office at (618) 842-2196 during business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. You can pay over the phone using your debit/credit card or checking account.

An after-hours pay-by-phone option is also available at (855) 937-1939, allowing you to make payments outside normal business hours by debit/credit card or electronic funds transfer.

Automatic Bank Draft

For hassle-free bill payment, consider setting up automatic monthly bank drafting from your checking or savings account. This automatically pays your bill each month directly from your bank account on the due date.

To set up bank drafting, complete the authorization form available on the Wayne White website or in the office. Simply provide your account details and sign. You can drop off the form at the office or mail it to PO Drawer E, Fairfield, IL 62837. Please allow 30 days for bank drafting to take effect.

Automatic drafting ensures your bill gets paid on time every month avoiding any late fees. You’ll still receive a monthly bill for your records.

Mail Your Payment

If you prefer paying by check through the mail, you can send your payment to:

PO Drawer E
Fairfield, IL 62837

Be sure to allow 5-7 business days for your mailed payment to reach the office and get processed before your due date, Write your Wayne White account number on the check or reference section

Prepaid Metering

Wayne White offers prepaid metering, which allows you to pay for electricity as you use it – similar to paying at the gas pump. With prepaid metering, you add money to your account in advance, then draw from that credit as you use electricity.

To get started, you’ll open an account with an initial $100 credit. After that, you can add smaller amounts whenever you like through the SmartHub app, online, by phone, or at the office. Your daily usage deducts from your credit balance.

Prepaid metering gives you more control and flexibility over your electricity payments. It can also help avoid large security deposits. You’ll receive alerts when your credit balance gets low so you can add more funds.

Payment Assistance Programs

If you’re ever unable to pay your bill, contact Wayne White before the disconnect date to ask about payment plans or assistance programs. Options like LIHEAP may provide help with paying your electric bill. Working with Wayne White can help avoid disconnection of service.