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Utility guide
Penelec
The electric company for Erie and central Pennsylvania.
About $178 a month
average home bill
New to Penelec?
Public Grid can set up your service for free.
Service areas are approximate.
Erie
Service areas are approximate.
Start, move or stop service
Move within Penelec’s area
We’ll stop service at your old place and start it at the new one.
Stop service
Moving out of Penelec’s area? Stop service on the day you leave.
Outages
Power out?
Check the map first. If your home isn’t on it, let Penelec know.
See outages near you
Penelec’s map shows known outages.
Report an outage
Tell Penelec your power is out.
Check outage status
See when power should be back at your address.
See a downed wire? Stay far away from it and call Penelec at 1 (888) 544-4877 right away. If someone is hurt, call 911.
FAQ
Questions about Penelec
Information as of Nov 2, 2026.
Public Grid isn’t affiliated with Penelec.
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