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Utility Payment Plans | Public Utilities Commission Of Ohio

Public Utilities Commission Of Ohio

180 E Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215

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M-F 8:00am-5:00pm.
(000) 000-0000
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voice | Contact utility provider for payment plans

Fees

None to apply.

Service area

Ohio
Offers budget billing and extended payment plans to help customers make affordable payments and maintain gas and electric service. Budget billing spreads out the cost of energy used during high-demand times of the year, avoiding sharp increases for winter heating and summer cooling. The Winter Heating Season Plan, requires customers to pay 1/3 of their total account balance each month from November through April 15. The One-Sixth Plan requires customers to pay six equal monthly payments on their past-due amount in addition to their current bill. The One-Ninth Plan requires customers to pay nine equal monthly payments on their past-due amount in addition to their monthly budget payment. Some utilities may offer other emergency payment plans.

Last Verified

12/10/2025

Providing organization

Public Utilities Commission Of Ohio
Regulates the rates and services of Ohio investor-owned utilities and telecommunication service providers and has safety regulation jurisdiction over transportation industries and gas pipeline operators. Responsible for the delivery of adequate, safe, reliable services at fair prices. Helps to resolve problems which arise between residential and business consumers and utility companies under PUCO jurisdiction.

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