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CenterPoint Energy
HQ: Houston, TX
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CenterPoint Energy
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CenterPoint Energy Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service — Houston, TX (Natural Gas) Main | 800-752-8036 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Houston, TX (Electric) | 800-332-7143 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Indiana & Ohio | 800-227-1376 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Minnesota | 800-245-2377 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Texas, Beaumont | 800-376-9663 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Texas, East | 800-259-5544 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Customer Service — Texas, South | 800-427-7142 | Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: centerpointenergy.com/en-us/corporate/contact-us · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
CenterPoint Energy Bill Types
About CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy is a regulated natural gas and electric utility serving residential and business customers across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.
Most CenterPoint Energy customers pay directly through CenterPoint Energy. Deferit is a separate way to split that bill into 4 payments.
How to Pay Your CenterPoint Energy Bill
- App: Download the new CenterPoint Energy mobile app
- With Deferit: Pay with Deferit and split the bill into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Deferit pays CenterPoint Energy in full immediately. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: centerpointenergy.com/en-us/corporate/contact-us ·myaccount.centerpointenergy.com/PublicView/PublicPageSignIn?GuestBillPay=true.
Need to split your CenterPoint Energy bill into installments?
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: centerpointenergy.com.
| CenterPoint Energy payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check CenterPoint Energy's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If CenterPoint Energy offers payment arrangements, limits are set by CenterPoint Energy based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by CenterPoint Energy at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check CenterPoint Energy's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by CenterPoint Energy and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
| Works for | CenterPoint Energy bills only | CenterPoint Energy and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About CenterPoint Energy
Can I use Deferit to pay my CenterPoint Energy bill? ›
Yes. Enter your CenterPoint Energy bill amount in Deferit and we pay CenterPoint Energy in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does CenterPoint Energy accept? ›
CenterPoint Energy typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit centerpointenergy.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does CenterPoint Energy offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit CenterPoint Energy's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my CenterPoint Energy bill on time? ›
Contact CenterPoint Energy directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Customer Service Tips for CenterPoint Energy Customers
Sign in to My Account to pay, schedule, or automate payments. CenterPoint Energy's online portal lets you pay immediately, schedule a future-dated payment, or enroll in AutoPay so your bill is drawn from your bank account automatically each month. You can also make a one-time guest payment without logging in.
Call 800-227-1376 to pay by phone any time. The automated phone service accepts checking or savings account payments around the clock. Have your account number and bank details ready before you call.
Use the CenterPoint Energy app to manage your account on the go. The mobile app lets you view and pay your bill, check usage, report outages, and receive billing activity alerts from your phone.
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Sources: centerpointenergy.com/en-us/corporate/pages/self-service ·centerpointenergy.com/en-us/residential/billing-payment ·centerpointenergy.com/en-us/mobile-app.
Updated: Jun 2026