Technical Support for EPB Customers

Can I choose the date of when my bill is due?

Residential customers may request to be billed on one of four optional dates each month. To choose a due date that’s right for you, call us at 423-648-1372.

Business customers can call 423-648-1500 to speak with a business account representative about options available to you.

Can I get a more detailed bill?

By default, customers receive a simplified bill, showing the amount of electricity used and amount of payment they owe. However, we also offer a detailed bill with a breakdown of costs, including TVA’s current adjustment for the cost of fuel to generate energy.

To start receiving detailed bills, please call us at 423-648-1372.

Does EPB offer paperless billing?

EPB encourages all customers to enroll in paperless billing. When you do, you will receive a one-time $10 credit per account. To switch to paperless billing, please click here or call 423-648-1372.

How can I figure my business' monthly average power usage?

Please call (423) 648-1372 and an EPB representative will be happy to help you.

How can I make payment arrangements?

We realize that there can be times when it's difficult or even impossible to pay on time. If you find yourself in this situation, please contact us prior to your payment's due date to make payment arrangements over the phone, online or in person at our East Brainerd (830 Eastgate Loop) or Hixson (2124 Northpoint Blvd) branches. You may still be responsible for late payment fees on any past due charges, including those charges that have been granted a payment extension.

To make payment arrangements, please call us at (423) 648-1372.

How does paperless billing work?

You will receive emails for when your bills are due. They include the billing amount, due date and a link to paying them online. You can also access previous bills electronically. Make a one-time payment using a credit or debit card or pay by phone or in person or set up autopay for automatic monthly payment.

How do I access my EPB bills online?

In the MyEPB online portal you can manage your account information, pay your bills, see your usage history and much, much more.

Log on to MyEPB.

How does TVA determine its power rates?

Because of many factors, TVA’s power rates fluctuate. One factor is TVA’s total monthly fuel cost, which is a mechanism used to recover the cost of fuel (like coal and natural gas) needed to generate power. The total monthly fuel cost is also used to cover the cost of purchasing power outside the TVA service area.

Where can I pay my bill in person?

For your convenience, we offer several Pay Stations at various locations within our service area that accept payment by cash, check, credit or debit card. You can also make payments at one of our three convenient locations:

EPB Main Office 10 West M.L. King Blvd. - Convenient curbside EZ-Pay Kiosk on the Market Street side (across from Miller Park) available 24/7
EPB Brainerd Branch 830 Eastgate Loop - Temporarily drive through only. Monday - Friday Drive-thru hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
EPB Hixson Branch 2124 North Point Blvd. - Temporarily drive through only. Monday - Friday Drive-thru hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Payment kiosk temporarily unavailable)

Find the location nearest you.

Is there a security deposit required for electric service?

Since every EPB Electric Power customer account uses power before the first bill is received, we require an initial deposit of $200.00 to cover the cost of this power. However, all new applicants for service undergo a review of their credit history and those with a satisfactory credit rating may have the deposit waived or billed on the first month's bill. Customers with less than satisfactory credit will be required to pay a deposit in advance. Deposits may be paid using Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, debit card or cash in person at one of our three convenient locations and must be paid before electric service can be connected.

Are deposits ever refunded?

Your security deposit – plus interest – may be refunded upon your request after 12 months of continuous service and a good payment record on residential accounts. If you disconnect your service before your deposit is refunded, the full amount of the deposit and any accrued interest will be applied toward your final bill. Any amount remaining will be refunded to you.

Are there alternatives to security deposits?

Yes. A letter of reference from your previous utility may serve in place of a security deposit. Letters must be printed on the utility’s letterhead, authorized by a company official, less than six months old and include a good record of payment for at least 12 months. Also, a co-signer (or guarantor) who is an existing EPB Electric Power customer with a good payment record for at least 12 months may serve in place of a security deposit. The guarantor will be asked to sign an agreement that will remain in effect for one year.

What happens if I’m late paying my monthly payment?

If we do not receive payment by the 16th day after your billing date, a late fee will be added to your balance, and your account will be considered delinquent. The late fee is 5% on the first $250.00 of the amount owed, and 1% on the remaining balance above $250.00. A reminder notice will be mailed, indicating the amount of payment due. Payment must be received by EPB Electric Power within seven days of this reminder notice in order to avoid disconnection of your service. Please note that EPB Electric Power field representatives cannot accept payments. If you foresee difficulty in paying a bill, call us at (423) 648-1372 and we may be able to extend your payment deadline. In special circumstances, we may also be able to direct you to social service agencies for financial assistance.

What happens if my check for bill payment is returned?

If a check or any other payment is returned by your financial institution, we will charge a $30.00 fee for processing the returned payment and require repayment with cash, cashier’s check or money order. Any account with two or more returned payments in a 12-month period will be designated as a “cash only” account. All future payments will need to be made with cash, cashier’s check, money order, Visa, MasterCard or Discover.

What happens if my service is disconnected?

If service is disconnected due to nonpayment, we require that all past due balances be paid as well as any reconnection fees and security deposits.

Can I dispute my bill?

If you would like to dispute an EPB Electric Power bill that you think is in error, please contact us at (423) 648-1372. We will not disconnect service for nonpayment of the amount in dispute if you notify us before the bill is past due and you pay all undisputed charges before their due date.

What are the terms of the EPB Customer Agreement?

By accepting electric service from EPB Energy, you agree to comply with all Rates, Rules, Regulations, Policies and Procedures that exist at the time service is started. This includes, but is not limited to, obligation to pay for any electric service provided to you by EPB Energy. Failure to abide by EPB Energy’s Rates, Rules, Regulations, Policies and Procedures may cause your electric service to be disconnected. You further agree to pay all expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, associated with the collection of any unpaid amounts for electric service received by you from EPB Energy. Your obligation upon acceptance of service from EPB Energy is subject to any future amendments or modifications to the Rates, Rules, Regulations, Policies and Procedures.

What is the difference between a "usage anomaly" alert and a "bill threshold" alert? They seem like the same thing.

A usage anomaly alert will be sent when there is an unusual spike in your usage that does not appear to be related to the weather. In most cases, it will be identified within a few days of it first occurring. A bill threshold alert could occur due to weather (for example, an extremely cold month in the winter) and will typically only be triggered if aggregate usage is high over a longer time period (like weeks instead of days).

How will the credit show up on my bill?

CREDITS and CHARGES will appear as separate line items on your monthly bill.

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Where can I find residential energy rates that determine my home’s energy bill?

Residential electric rates are determined by many factors, including kilowatt hours used, total monthly fuel costs and operational costs. Click here to see our current residential energy rates, and visit Understanding Your Bill to learn more about how energy rates are determined.

The current Total Monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment used to help determine your energy bills this month can be found by clicking here.

Where can I find commercial energy rates that determine my business’ energy bill?

Our current commercial energy rates can be found here. The current Total Monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment used to help determine your energy bills this month can be found by clicking here

What is the total monthly fuel cost, and how does it help determine my electric bill?

The Total Monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment is determined by the cost of the natural gas, coal and other fuels used to generate your power. Because of frequent fluctuations in these fuels, TVA makes an adjustment to the “fuel cost” portion of your electric rate each month based on the current market price of these fuels.

The current Total Monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment used to help determine your energy bills this month can be found by clicking here.

To see our complete residential energy rates, click here. To see our complete commercial energy rates, click here.