For information about becoming a BEMC member or any questions concerning the following information, please call: 1-800-842-5871

Handi-Pay Automatic Draft
• Credit Card Draft - New! • Bank Draft from savings or checking account Each month your electric bill is automatically drafted from your bank or credit card company. The hard copy of your bill will read "PAID BY DRAFT". You can set up either option on the telephone or in person at a BEMC office. Handi-Pay Bank Draft Form Handi-Pay Credit Card Draft Form
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E-Pay Online
Just a click away on our website. On your first visit you’ll set up a User ID and password to pay by credit card. Each month after that, simply log on and enter your payment information. Click Here To Use E-Pay Online
Credit Card Authorization by Telephone
At any time, you can call in and authorize us to charge the current bill to your credit card. You’ll need to supply the name on the card, card number, expiration date and the card code.
Bill Payment Terminals (BPTs)
BPTs are available at 8 locations, including all three BEMC offices. Some are available 24 hours a day, others during hours of business at that location. BPTs accept cash, check or money orders. Bring your bill stub and then simply follow the easy instructions on the touch screen. Click Here for BPT Locations
PowerStat Prepaid Power
BEMC’s pay-as-you-go metering program. You purchase power to fit your budget, loading it on your PowerStat card at a BPT or BEMC office. A special meter and in-home display unit loads the power, which is automatically deducted from the unit as it is used. When it gets low (starting at 4 days’ worth remaining) you get a warning signal. PowerStat is a pay-as-you-go system - no deposit required and no monthly bill.
Equalized Billing
This program evens out the seasonal variations in your electric bill so that you pay a standard amount each month. This may be set up on one of the automated programs above, be paid by credit card authorization by telephone, or be paid by mail or in person. Equalizer Registration Form
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By Mail
Please be sure to allow at least five (5) business days for it to reach us.
In Person/Night Depository:
Another option is to visit one of our three locations - Supply, Southport/Oak Island or Whiteville, during business hours 8AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri and pay your bill at the counter or drive-through window or after hours at the night depository. To avoid waiting in line you may want to use the BPT in the lobby.

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Security Deposit - residential	Greater of $200.00 or 2 months ave bill – minimum)
New Service Connection Fee (up to 200 feet)	$500.00 per meter
Temporary Service Connection	$200.00 per service
Base Charge (Residential)	$17.00 per month
Non-Residential Rates (see below)
kWh Charge	9.69¢
WPCA (Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment) as of Jan 1, 2007	$0.00
Second Notice Charge	$5.00
Late Payment Penalty	2% per month
Special Payment Agreement	$5.00 per agreement
Returned Payment Fee	$35.00
Service Fees: field visit, name change, disconnection, reconnection
8 am to 4:30 pm	$35.00
4:30 pm to 10:00 pm	$100.00
10:00 pm to 8:00 am	$350.00
Security Lights	Installation from $75
Basic Sodium Vapor Light	$10.00 monthly, plus installation
Traditional Light	$14.50 monthly, plus installation
Special Lighting upon request
General Service (Non-residential) Rates:
Single-Phase	Rate 10
Three-Phase	Rate 6
Single-Phase with Curtailment Option	Rate 5
Three-Phase with Curtailment Option	Rate 7