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Welcome to YEC

Discover the value of co-op membership!

York Electric Cooperative, your energy company, offers a wide variety of programs and services designed to enhance the quality of life our members enjoy. We’re constantly refining these programs—and developing new ones—just another way we’re always looking out for you.

We've got an app for that
You can quickly download our free mobile app – and access your account digitally from anywhere at any time – by searching for “York Electric” in your phone’s app store. You can also receive exclusive co-op access to discounts on products and services by downloading our free Co-op Connections app.

Mission Statement

To look out for the member.

To provide unsurpassed innovative and diversified service at a reasonable cost while improving the quality of life and promoting integrity, economic development, safety, and a vision of the future.

YEC President & CEO, Paul Basha, New Member Welcome Video Message

CONVENIENT BILL PAYING

  • PowerTouch – Pay your electric bill at your convenience by phone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Online Payments – Accepted through the Member Portal at www.yorkelectric.net.
  • Mobile App – Use our free smartphone application to make a payment, review account information or report an outage.
  • Advance Pay – Flexible Payment PlanAdvance Pay – A flexible payment plan putting you in charge of your electric bill. You control how much and when you pay so that it meets your needs.
  • Bank Draft – Your checking account will automatically be drafted each month for the amount of your electric bill. Simple, convenient, safe and you’re guaranteed that your bill will be paid on time. Each month you will still receive a monthly statement showing electricity use and cost. “Go Green” by participating in both Bank Draft and e-bill together! You’ll save $1 on each participating account.
  • Text to Pay – Text “JOIN” to 352667 from the mobile number listed on your account to make a payment or access your account balance details.
  • Third-Party Notification – A free service offered by York Electric as a safety net that allows a designated third party to be notified should a loved one’s electric bill become past due or be subject to disconnection.
  • In the Office –You may pay directly at our offices in York and Fort Mill. To provide the service and attention you deserve, our lobbies are now open by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please call our team at 803-684-4248.
  • Consider our other easy payment options

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ENERGY SERVICES

YEC wants to help you achieve your budgeting and energy efficiency goals. We offer discounted rates on smart thermostats and whole house generators, free energy saving tools and programs, and more.

CAPITAL CREDITS

Capital Credits are the only form of equity a member-owned utility has. Each year, all revenue over and above expenses is assigned by the Cooperative to each member’s Capital Credits Account. The amount of your Capital Credits is determined by your yearly payments for electricity.

Trade a Tree

TRADE A TREE

York Electric’s Trade A Tree Program helps members replace trees that must be removed by the co-op to ensure service reliability.

Call 811 Before You Dig811 CALL BEFORE YOU DIG

Before you begin a project, such as installing a new fence, planting shrubbery or trees, take into account that underground electric service or other utility lines may be present. If you’re not absolutely sure where any underground lines are located on your property, call 811.

Operation Round UpOPERATION ROUND UP®

For only pennies a month or approximately $6 a year, by rounding up your monthly electric bill, York Electric’s giving program allows each member to help make a difference for those in our communities who need it most.

Washington Youth TourEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

York Electric is proud to offer some great opportunities for youth education. First, we award numerous annual scholarships – including $1,000 Touchstone Energy® Scholarships – to high school seniors.

YEC also sponsors local high school juniors on an all-expense-paid trip to our nation’s capital for a chance to see our government in action as part of the annual, week-long Washington Youth Tour.

Finally, during the annual Cooperative Youth Summit in July, we sponsor local high school juniors to experience our state capital with a tour of the statehouse, a chance to meet lawmakers, and visits to Columbia attractions.

Electrial Safety DemonstrationSAFETY DEMONSTRATIONS

We regularly offer safety demonstrations to students and other groups throughout our service area in an effort to teach important safety lessons to the participants. See detailed information pertaining to the safe use of electricity.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

York Electric’s development of the East York Industrial Park is exemplary of the Cooperative’s commitment to bring quality industry and jobs to York County.

Beat the Peak ProgramBEAT THE PEAK

Help your co-op control energy costs and save money by signing up to Beat the Peak, a free and voluntary program providing energy saving tips.

YEC Community SolarSOLAR ENERGY

Your co-op is here to help you navigate the ins and outs of solar energy. Whether you are interested in getting solar installed at your home, you already have solar, you’d like to join our Community Solar Program, or if you just have questions — we have your back.

Save money with energy tipsSAVE MONEY WITH YEC

When you save, we all save. Learn how you can improve your energy efficiency and keep your monthly bill low. We have several online tools, videos, and games that are fun for the whole family!

Touchstone EnergyTOUCHSTONE ENERGY COOPERATIVE

YEC is a Touchstone Energy® Cooperative, bringing high standards of information, technology, and service to you. Touchstone Energy cooperatives are your source for power and information. Whether it’s the power you depend on every day for your home or business, or the information you need to make decisions about how you power your life, Touchstone Energy cooperatives across the country are here to support you.

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