In The Works

" In The Works" is published and distributed to our customers on a periodic basis. We have presented our resent newsletter here in html text format.

Control Your Winter Energy Use
Many homes and businesses will be turning up the heat this winter to maintain comfort levels while the weather outside is unbearable. With the additional operation of furnaces and heating systems, energy use is typically higher throughout the winter. To feel more comfortable inside this winter and reduce the load on your heating system, CPW recommends several ways you can improve heating efficiency. For more information about ways to conserve, log on to www.greercpw.com. You can also get tips and advice from your local home improvement store.

The biggest factor that will affect your energy bill this winter is the thermostat setting. To save energy, keep the heat as low as possible and wear warmer clothing without compromising comfort. Be sure to turn the setting down or off when away from your home or business for long periods of time. It doesn’t take long for a building to warm up again. You may choose to invest in an electronic programmable thermostat. This device will maintain the heat at different time intervals and warm your house automatically before you get home.

Another important factor that effects energy efficiency is insulation. Older homes and buildings may not have ample insulation in the attic to keep the warm air in and the cold out. Adding insulation in the attic over living and working areas may reduce heating and cooling costs as much as fifteen percent. Though adding insulation may have an up-front cost, it will provide more comfort and lower energy bills for years to come.

There are economical ways to save on energy year-round. Check the seals around doors & windows. Cold air coming in through these areas can make a room feel drafty. Inexpensive foam gaskets and window films can be purchased and installed easily. Make sure the returns for your heating system are not blocked by curtains, furniture or appliances. If your water heater is in the garage or in an unheated closet, it can be wrapped with a fire retardant insulating blanket from the hardware store.

Be sure to change the furnace filter at least four times a year. A clogged air filter wastes a lot of heating energy as well as the electricity to run the blower fan. Use caution when changing the filter, as many heating units are in the attic or in crawl spaces. Also check the duct work around the furnace to make sure there are no leaks or gaps.Landscaping Near Underground Utilities

Natural Gas Statement

You have probably seen or heard in the news about the increasing price of natural gas due to the gulf storms this past summer. While it is true that the natural gas supply and production were impacted, it is not the only reason that winter utility bills will be higher. During the winter months, both electric and gas consumption are greater and this winter is expected to be colder than last year. It is this combination of higher energy cost and greater consumer use that will push the utility bills higher this winter. Greer CPW encourages our customers to conserve energy this winter and to take steps now to prepare for the expected bills.
 

Payment Convenience

Paying your utility bill is now easier than ever. We listened to many great suggestions from our customers and have developed a new Automated Teller that will accept credit card transactions over the phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Pay your bill when it’s convenient for you. Just call 848-5500 and select the Automated Teller feature.

Customers With Special Needs
Greer Commission of Public Works is concerned about our elderly, disabled, or severely dependent customers, where any interruption, suspension, or other loss of electric, natural gas, or water service could cause a potential life-threatening situation in extreme weather conditions, whether hot or cold. If you feel that you qualify for this special consideration, please call CPW at (864) 848-5500. CPW will determine your eligibility based upon the information you provide to us.

Equal Payment Plan
Protect yourself from the cold chills and high bills of winter by enrolling in CPW's Equal Payment Plan.

Residential customers can enjoy the benefit of paying the same amount on their utility bill month after month so there aren't any surprises when the temperature and utility use is extreme. The service address must have history at least through last winter to be eligible and must have a zero balance prior to enrollment.

For more information about the Equal Payment Plan and for tips on saving energy this winter, visit us on the web or call one of our friendly customer service representatives at 848-5500.

Owned And Led By Our Customers
CPW began serving the citizens of Greer back in 1913. Our utility was formed by the local residents in order to provide a reliable and economically efficient source for water and electricity. Now, over 90 years later, that commitment still holds true. CPW is led by local leadership and is accountable only to its customers.

The Board of Commissioners who oversee the financial and operational aspects of CPW are elected by our citizens for six year terms. These Commissioners work hard to make sure that the future of the service to our customers is planned and protected. They monitor our operations and strive to maintain the balance of utility resources, employee satisfaction and customer confidence. Local leadership and a personal touch, that is just one more example of how we are Focusing Our Energy On You.

 

Email Billing
Greer CPW is constantly looking for ways to improve our online services. At the request of our customers, we have developed an E-Bill program for electronic billing. E-Bill is an email notification that is sent when the customer's monthly bill is ready to be viewed online. CPW's utility bill can be paid online as well. For more information about our convenient payment programs, or if you would like to sign up to receive an email notification when your bill is ready, just log on to www.greercpw.com and register to pay online, or call one of our customer service representatives at 848-5500.

Holiday Note
CPW’s Customer Service and Administration facilities will be closed December 23rd & 26th and January 2nd to give our employees some time to spend with their families during the holidays. Standby personnel will be available in case of an emergency.

 

Mission Statement

" The mission of Greer Commission of Public Works is to make optimum use of its human and technical resources in order to provide the best possible water, natural gas, electric and wastewater service at the least possible cost to the residents of Greer, South Carolina, and other designated customers."

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