AC Electric Extending Coronavirus Forgiveness

MAYS LANDING — To offer continued assistance for customers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Atlantic City Electric is extending its customer support policies, through at least June 1, which includes suspending service disconnections, waiving new late fees, and reconnecting customers who were previously disconnected.
The company’s COVID-19 policies, designed to help ensure all customers have access to safe and reliable electric service during this critical time, launched in mid-March with Atlantic City Electric’s announcement to suspend service disconnections and waive new late payment charges for all of our customers.
The commitment was extended shortly thereafter to reconnect customers who previously had their power disconnected. Residents who have had their electric service previously disconnected should contact the company at 800-642-3780 to begin the reconnection process. 
“We recognize the impact of COVID-19 on our customers and communities has been significant, with many experiencing financial difficulties and uncertainty about the future,” stated Dave Velazquez, Pepco president and CEO, which includes Atlantic City Electric. “We remain committed to every customer through difficult times, and we will continue to support our communities in need. We will power through this pandemic together.”  
Customers who may be challenged in paying their bill should contact Atlantic City Electric Customer Care at 800-642-3780. Atlantic City Electric will work with customers who may have difficulty paying their energy bill.
The company offers payment options, like budget billing, which averages payments over a 12-month period to help customers manage their monthly energy bill, or flexible payment arrangements that offer individually tailored payment installment plans.
Through Atlantic City Electric’s Gift of Energy program, anyone can make a payment toward a friend or family member’s energy bill. The gift will appear on a future bill as a credit to the recipient’s account. 
Atlantic City Electric works closely with its community partners to connect customers with grants and programs like the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
LIHEAP provides grants in varying amounts based on a household’s income size, type of fuel, and type of dwelling, with no pay back required.
South Jersey residents can apply for assistance online though the Department of Community Affairs website, by contacting their local LIHEAP Agency, or by calling 1-800-510-3102.