Berwick Electric Commission
Billing and Administration
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- Published: Tuesday, 31 March 2020 13:40
Billing and administration for the Berwick Electric Commision are located in the Town Hall offices at 236 Commercial Street.
Domestic bills are issued every two months, while commercial billings occur monthly.
Berwick Electric Commission Billing
Domestic bills are issued every two months and commercial bills are issued monthly. Payment is due within 30 days of the date rendered.
If you would like to receive your electric bills electronically, or discuss how to make regular payments outside of the billing cycle, please email
Berwick Electric Commission: New Customer
New homeowners/tenants are required to complete and sign an electric service contract.
You can complete it electronically by following the link below:
The Berwick Electric Connection Service contract
Berwick Electric Commission: Existing Customer Requests
Berwick Electric Disconnection Request
Transfer your Berwick Electric Service to another address (Address must be within the Town of Berwick service area).
Or you can complete the form at the Berwick Town Hall offices, located at:
236 Commercial Street
Berwick, NS
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
A deposit equal to the estimated charges for two months’ service is required, in addition to a $20.00 initial connection charge.
Payment Options
Online Banking: Available at most financial institutions. Please contact your financial institution for set-up support.
E-Transfer: Please send payment to:
In your message please include your account number and name.
In-Person at your Financial Institution
By Mail:
Please make a cheque payable to Berwick Electric Commission and mail it to:
Berwick Electric Commission
PO Box 130
Berwick, NS B0P 1E0
In-Person at Town Hall:
236 Commercial St.
Berwick, NS
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. We accept cash, cheques, and debit cards.
For your convenience, payments may be placed in the drop box to the left of the front entrance. Please put payments in an envelope and note if you wish to have a receipt mailed.
Wiring Permits And Inspections
You can complete the application electronically by following the link below:
Application for Wiring Permit and Inspection
Wiring Permits are available at Town Hall 236 Commercial Street, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
For inspections contact the Finance Administration Coordinator at 902-538-8068 ext 4009
Rates
Access the most recent Berwick Electric Commission Rates
Berwick Electric Commission
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- Published: Thursday, 19 March 2020 15:45
Photo Credit: Jeff Bushell
The Berwick Electric Commission (BEC) operates the distribution system that serves the Town and some adjacent areas of Kings County.
Staff undertake line construction and maintenance, meter installations and meter reading, hydro control and maintenance, and standby duty and trouble calls. Operationally, the BEC employs three Powerline Technicians who conduct meter work and hydro operations as well.
Customer service for new accounts, and other day to day requests, are completed by the Finance Administration Coordinator who works from the Berwick Town Hall.
The Berwick Electric Commission operates one fully capable double bucket truck, a digger derrick for pole setting, a vehicle for general transportation and a diesel 4x4 and a tracked vehicle for hydro operations. BEC also assists the Town of Berwick with daily operations as needed, and help to support special community events such as Gala Days.
Contact
Phone: (902) 538-8068 extension 4009
General Email:
New Customer Deposit e-transfer address:
Afterhours Power Outage Dispatch: (902) 678-1666