Yes. Overhead lines can be changed to underground for a fee at the request of the member. In order to determine how much it will cost, one of our engineers will need to come to your property to evaluate the situation. Please contact our member services department at (803) 684-4248 to schedule an appointment.
How do I report a burned out security light?
If you notice that an outdoor security light installed by York Electric appears to be out or functioning improperly, please notify us immediately by using our online Security Light Outage report form or by calling our member services department at (803)684-4248.
What is a dual-fuel heat pump and does York Electric offer an incentive to purchase one?
A dual-fuel heat pump is an electric heat pump and a gas furnace all in one. In South Carolina, where temperatures are typically above freezing, a heat pump is the most efficient way to heat your home. In those few instances when the temperature drops below freezing, a gas furnace provides heat more economically. By combining the two, you can have the benefits of both systems.
A$700 rebate for the first system and $200 for each additional system are available for installation of dual-fuel heat pumps. Rebates are subject to approval and the incentive is for the property owner only. For more information, please contact our member services department at (803) 684-4248.
What should I do if it appears that a tree in my yard might fall on a power line?
Immediately call York Electric’s member services department at (803) 684-4248. We will send someone out to evaluate the situation. Never try to trim trees near power lines!
I heard York Electric gives money to replace trees. Is this true?
York Electric’s Trade a Tree Program helps members replace trees that must be removed by the co-op to ensure service reliability. York Electric’s employees involved in the co-op’s right-of-way maintenance effort will visit members’ homes to determine if trees near co-op lines need to be removed. If so, they may issue a coupon. The member will redeem the coupon at one of the participating nurseries: Lee’s Nursery and Penland Tree Farm. For more information about this program, call (803) 684-4248 and speak to one of our member service representatives.
Is electricity still a good value?
The value of electricity remains very high. The national cost of electricity today, when adjusted for inflation, is less than what it was in 1980. Very few commodities have remained such a good value. Compared to other consumer products and services, electricity is a bargain.