Deposits & Fees
United Power currently has a deposit policy in place which may require a deposit from members before connecting, reconnecting or transferring their electric service.
Should a deposit be required, the deposit shall not exceed an amount equal to an estimated 90-day bill for the location. The deposit will be held until the member establishes 12 consecutive months of good payment history or when the service is disconnected. Your deposit will be credited to your electric account after 12 months of no late payments, or credited to your final bill when you move out of the service territory.
If a member has had a good payment history with United Power for the previous 12 months, the member will not be required to pay a deposit. Good payment history is defined as no more than two late payments and no disconnect for non-payment transactions in a 12-month period.
Although members may not have to pay an initial deposit, United Power may charge a deposit at any time if the member develops a poor payment history or is disconnected for non-payment.
Should you have any questions regarding our deposit requirements and how they may affect your electric service, please contact a Member Services Representative via email or phone at 303-637-1300.
Fees & Charges
Except as otherwise provided in United Power’s Rules and Regulations, the following fees shall be applied:
Late Payment
Late fee charged will be $5 or 1.5% of past due amount, whichever is greater.
Reconnection
Reconnect electric service where disconnection was not outage or United Power maintenance related
• Standard Meter - $10
• Manual Meter Connection/Truck Roll Required (eg non-standard meter) - $85
Note: Accounts disconnected for non-pay may be subject to an increased security deposit. For both Residential and Non-Residential accounts the security deposit may increase based on average usage for up to 3 months within a 12 month period.
Restricted Access
Charge for gaining access to restricted equipment
• First instance - $20
• Subsequent instances - $30
Returned Payment
For payment returned to United Power by the bank as not payable - $20
Service Call
Perform service work on member-side of meter (for underground faults only)
• During normal business hours, per labor hour - $65
• Minimum Charge - $65
Transfer
Electric Service transferred from one member to another where service is continuous - $0
Trip Fee
$20
Reference the complete Schedule of Charges for Rendering Other Electric Service in section 9.1 of the Rates Tariffs.
Dig Safe, Plant SafeImprove Your Property's Beauty Safely
As a homeowner, your yard is your canvas. But if you are not aware of what is going on beneath the surface or above your heat, you could be walking into a potentially hazardous situation.
Trees and shrubs are attractive additions to your landscape, but can also create electrical hazards if you do not pay attention to where you plant. When located too close to overhead power lines or utility equipment they can create spark, fire, outage, or shock hazards.
An underground utility line is damaged once every six minutes nationwide because someone decided to dig without first calling 811. Digging without knowing the approximate location of underground utility lines can result in damage to gas, electric, communications, water and/or sewer lines, and can result in service disruptions, serious injuries, and costly repairs.
The information below will help you conduct your yard work and home improvement projects safely to you, your family and your neighbors.
Electric VehiclesPowering Innovation in Transportation
Welcome to United Power's home for electric vehicle programs and resources. Electric vehicles (EVs) are quickly becoming a popular option for consumers as prices drop and availability, efficiency, and reliability increase. As an electric cooperative, we are uniquely situated to help expand EV opportunities for our members and the thousands of daily commuters on highway corridors throughout our service territory. Below you will find more information about available programs, services, and member-exclusive rebate opportunities.
Electrification Wiring
United Power is pleased to offer a rebate to support members converting from fossil-fueled to electric heating and cooling and water heating. The Electrification Wiring rebate program helps to offset the cost of electrical wiring associated with the installation of electrical panel upgrades and other costs associated with electrification.
Energy Efficient LightingLet's Talk Lighting
Today, there are more lighting options available on store shelves than ever before. Even with all the new choices, it's still simple to find the most efficient option – look for the ENERGY STAR label. ENERGY STAR means high quality and performance, particularly in the following areas:
Color Quality – Consistent white light over the rated life
Light Output – Light must meet minimum levels for replacement claims, and is maintained through the end of rated life
Efficacy – More light (lumens) for less watts, 75 percent or more
Warranty – Three year minimum warranty
There are three types of lighting – LEDs, CFLs and incandescents. LEDs better convert energy into light, and are the most energy efficient option available. LEDs also provide a much longer bulb life and may even qualify for United Power rebates.
Energy Saving TipsDo a Little, Save A Lot
Every household uses energy differently, but whether you are living by yourself in a small home or have a large family in a big home, you can take quick and easy steps to conserve energy and save money.
EV RebatesElectric Vehicle Rebates
United Power members can take advantage of additional EV wiring rebate dollars thanks to a grant from the State of Colorado’s Community Access Enterprise (CAE) fund. The grant funds the EV Home Charge program, which provides two additional rebates for United Power members to offset the costs of charging an EV at home.
United Power members can access new rebate options for EV make-ready wiring and a separate rebate to cover associated electrical panel upgrades to add an EV home charger. Members who enroll in United EV, the cooperative’s at-home EV charging program, also qualify for a larger rebate amount.
EV Home Charge rebates from the CAE are limited to funds availability.
Federal Tax Incentives
United Power, Inc. (“we”) does not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. The information, materials, and links provided on https://www.unitedpower.com/ (the “Site”) have been prepared for general information purposes only and are not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for tax, legal, or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors prior to acting on the information set forth on the Site. All information on the Site is provided in good faith, however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, completeness, or current nature of any information on the Site. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THE SITE. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Deposits & Fees
United Power currently has a deposit policy in place which may require a deposit from members before connecting, reconnecting or transferring their electric service.
Should a deposit be required, the deposit shall not exceed an amount equal to an estimated 90-day bill for the location. The deposit will be held until the member establishes 12 consecutive months of good payment history or when the service is disconnected. Your deposit will be credited to your electric account after 12 months of no late payments, or credited to your final bill when you move out of the service territory.
If a member has had a good payment history with United Power for the previous 12 months, the member will not be required to pay a deposit. Good payment history is defined as no more than two late payments and no disconnect for non-payment transactions in a 12-month period.
Although members may not have to pay an initial deposit, United Power may charge a deposit at any time if the member develops a poor payment history or is disconnected for non-payment.
Should you have any questions regarding our deposit requirements and how they may affect your electric service, please contact a Member Services Representative via email or phone at 303-637-1300.
Fees & Charges
Except as otherwise provided in United Power’s Rules and Regulations, the following fees shall be applied:
Late Payment
Late fee charged will be $5 or 1.5% of past due amount, whichever is greater.
Reconnection
Reconnect electric service where disconnection was not outage or United Power maintenance related
• Standard Meter - $10
• Manual Meter Connection/Truck Roll Required (eg non-standard meter) - $85
Note: Accounts disconnected for non-pay may be subject to an increased security deposit. For both Residential and Non-Residential accounts the security deposit may increase based on average usage for up to 3 months within a 12 month period.
Restricted Access
Charge for gaining access to restricted equipment
• First instance - $20
• Subsequent instances - $30
Returned Payment
For payment returned to United Power by the bank as not payable - $20
Service Call
Perform service work on member-side of meter (for underground faults only)
• During normal business hours, per labor hour - $65
• Minimum Charge - $65
Transfer
Electric Service transferred from one member to another where service is continuous - $0
Trip Fee
$20
Reference the complete Schedule of Charges for Rendering Other Electric Service in section 9.1 of the Rates Tariffs.
Dig Safe, Plant SafeImprove Your Property's Beauty Safely
As a homeowner, your yard is your canvas. But if you are not aware of what is going on beneath the surface or above your heat, you could be walking into a potentially hazardous situation.
Trees and shrubs are attractive additions to your landscape, but can also create electrical hazards if you do not pay attention to where you plant. When located too close to overhead power lines or utility equipment they can create spark, fire, outage, or shock hazards.
An underground utility line is damaged once every six minutes nationwide because someone decided to dig without first calling 811. Digging without knowing the approximate location of underground utility lines can result in damage to gas, electric, communications, water and/or sewer lines, and can result in service disruptions, serious injuries, and costly repairs.
The information below will help you conduct your yard work and home improvement projects safely to you, your family and your neighbors.
Electric VehiclesPowering Innovation in Transportation
Welcome to United Power's home for electric vehicle programs and resources. Electric vehicles (EVs) are quickly becoming a popular option for consumers as prices drop and availability, efficiency, and reliability increase. As an electric cooperative, we are uniquely situated to help expand EV opportunities for our members and the thousands of daily commuters on highway corridors throughout our service territory. Below you will find more information about available programs, services, and member-exclusive rebate opportunities.
Electrification Wiring
United Power is pleased to offer a rebate to support members converting from fossil-fueled to electric heating and cooling and water heating. The Electrification Wiring rebate program helps to offset the cost of electrical wiring associated with the installation of electrical panel upgrades and other costs associated with electrification.
Energy Efficient LightingLet's Talk Lighting
Today, there are more lighting options available on store shelves than ever before. Even with all the new choices, it's still simple to find the most efficient option – look for the ENERGY STAR label. ENERGY STAR means high quality and performance, particularly in the following areas:
Color Quality – Consistent white light over the rated life
Light Output – Light must meet minimum levels for replacement claims, and is maintained through the end of rated life
Efficacy – More light (lumens) for less watts, 75 percent or more
Warranty – Three year minimum warranty
There are three types of lighting – LEDs, CFLs and incandescents. LEDs better convert energy into light, and are the most energy efficient option available. LEDs also provide a much longer bulb life and may even qualify for United Power rebates.
Energy Saving TipsDo a Little, Save A Lot
Every household uses energy differently, but whether you are living by yourself in a small home or have a large family in a big home, you can take quick and easy steps to conserve energy and save money.
EV RebatesElectric Vehicle Rebates
United Power members can take advantage of additional EV wiring rebate dollars thanks to a grant from the State of Colorado’s Community Access Enterprise (CAE) fund. The grant funds the EV Home Charge program, which provides two additional rebates for United Power members to offset the costs of charging an EV at home.
United Power members can access new rebate options for EV make-ready wiring and a separate rebate to cover associated electrical panel upgrades to add an EV home charger. Members who enroll in United EV, the cooperative’s at-home EV charging program, also qualify for a larger rebate amount.
EV Home Charge rebates from the CAE are limited to funds availability.
Federal Tax Incentives
United Power, Inc. (“we”) does not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. The information, materials, and links provided on https://www.unitedpower.com/ (the “Site”) have been prepared for general information purposes only and are not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for tax, legal, or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors prior to acting on the information set forth on the Site. All information on the Site is provided in good faith, however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, completeness, or current nature of any information on the Site. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THE SITE. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
