Biller name
First Energy
HQ: Akron, OH
Legal name
FirstEnergy Corp.
Website
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First Energy Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 800-633-4766 |
| Report an outage | 888-544-4877 |
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: firstenergycorp.com · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
First Energy Bill Types
About First Energy
FirstEnergy Corp. is an Akron, Ohio-based electric utility holding company that delivers electricity to customers across Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Maryland through ten state-level operating companies (including Ohio Edison, Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power, JCP&L, Mon Power, and Potomac Edison).
How to Pay Your First Energy Bill
- Phone: Call First Energy at 1-888-544-4877.
- With Deferit: Pay with Deferit and split the bill into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Deferit pays First Energy in full immediately.
- With Deferit: Pay with Deferit and split the bill into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Deferit pays First Energy in full immediately. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments/ways-to-pay.html ·firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments/ways-to-pay/pay_by_phone.html ·firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments/ways-to-pay/pay_by_mail.html ·firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments/ways-to-pay/authorized_paymentagencies.html.
Need to split your First Energy bill into installments?
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Source: firstenergycorp.com.
| First Energy payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check First 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 First Energy offers payment arrangements, limits are set by First 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 First 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 First 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 First 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 | First Energy bills only | First 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 First Energy
Can I use Deferit to pay my First Energy bill? ›
Yes. Enter your First Energy bill amount in Deferit and we pay First Energy in full straight away. You repay us in 4 fortnightly instalments, completely free.
What payment methods does First Energy accept? ›
First Energy typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit First Energy's website or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does First Energy offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit First Energy's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enrol.
What do I do if I can't pay my First Energy bill on time? ›
Contact First 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 First Energy Customers
Avoid transaction fees by enrolling in AutoPay. One-time credit card and bank account payments made through ACI Speedpay may carry service fees. Enrolling in FirstEnergy's AutoPay Bank Account or AutoPay Credit Card programs avoids those per-transaction charges.
Pay by phone at 1-888-544-4877 any time. FirstEnergy's automated phone line (1-888-LIGHTSS) accepts one-time bank account and credit card payments 24/7. You can also reach a representative during business hours for billing questions.
Multiple digital payment options are available for one-time payments. In addition to bank and card payments, FirstEnergy accepts PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, and Google Pay for one-time online payments, giving you flexibility when a bill is due.
Retrieved Jun 2026 · Sources: firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments.
Updated: Jun 2026