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Southside Electric Cooperative Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) is a member-owned distribution electric utility based in Crewe, VA We appreciate your patience.

Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) is a member-owned electric distribution utility headquartered in Crewe, VA. We have four district offices in Altavista, Powhatan, Dinwiddie & Crewe. SEC provides electricity to about 55,000 residential & commercial meters within 18 counties in central & southside Virginia. At SEC, we appreciate your feedback, both negative & positive. However, we do reserve the

right to, at any time, remove any post that we feel is inappropriate, rude, offensive or unhelpful. Please remember, this is a social media page, NOT a customer service portal. We cannot discuss individual accounts, bills, payment, etc through this forum. If you wish to speak to a member services representative, please call us @ 800-552-2118. While we try to respond to all inquiries in a timely manner, this page is not monitored 24 hours/7 days a week. As a reminder, please report all outages to our automated reporting system @ 1-866-878-5514. Our Outage Map can be found here: http://outage.sec.coop:8181

Link to online magazine:
https://sec.coop/content/cooperative-living-magazine

❤️ Investing in healthy communities.Southside Electric Cooperative and CoBank recently presented a $20,000 donation to t...
27/07/2026

❤️ Investing in healthy communities.

Southside Electric Cooperative and CoBank recently presented a $20,000 donation to the Free Clinic of Powhatan to help expand access to essential healthcare services for our neighbors.

The combined contribution will help purchase a new dental sterilizer and transform the clinic’s emergency food pantry into a marketplace with a nutrition learning center, allowing the clinic to better serve individuals and families across Powhatan, Cumberland, Amelia and Chesterfield counties.

At Southside Electric Cooperative, we’re proud to support organizations that strengthen the communities we serve. Through CoBank’s Sharing Success program, our local investment goes even further, helping improve access to medical, dental and mental health services for those who need them most.

Thank you to the dedicated team at the Free Clinic of Powhatan for the incredible work you do every day. Together, we’re making a difference.

Learn more about the Free Clinic of Powhatan at freeclinicofpowhatan.org.

24/07/2026

💡 Do you live in a manufactured home? You could qualify for FREE energy-saving upgrades!

Southside Electric Cooperative has partnered with Old Dominion Electric Cooperative to offer our Manufactured Home Program - helping eligible members lower energy bills, improve comfort, and increase their home’s energy efficiency - at no cost.

Here’s how it works:
🏠 Schedule a free energy audit
🔍 A participating contractor evaluates your home
✅ If you qualify, recommended upgrades are completed for free

Program capacity is limited and homes are served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more and check your eligibility today:
👉 sec.coop/energy-services-and-programs

🎉 Join us in congratulating Cameron Whitaker, Alex Parker, and Orrey Lloyd on their career milestones! Cameron and Alex ...
17/07/2026

🎉 Join us in congratulating Cameron Whitaker, Alex Parker, and Orrey Lloyd on their career milestones!

Cameron and Alex recently graduated from the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Lineworker Apprenticeship Program, and Orrey earned his Virginia Journeyman Lineman Certification after completing the required training and work experience.

These achievements represent years of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to serving our members safely every day.

As a cooperative, we believe learning never stops. The Cooperative Principle of Education, Training, and Information reminds us that investing in our employees helps us provide better, safer, and more reliable service to the communities we serve.

Congratulations, Cameron, Alex, and Orrey! Thank you for everything you do for Southside Electric Cooperative and our members. ⚡👏

11/07/2026

When severe storms swept through our western service area on the 4th of July, lightning caused damage to one of SEC's substation transformers - requiring a complex restoration response.

SEC crews brought in our mobile substation - a major piece of equipment designed to temporarily provide power while permanent repairs are made. But moving equipment of this size is no simple task.

That’s where great community partners come in. In the middle of the night, Watts Towing answered the call. Their team transported SEC’s mobile substation nearly 90 miles from Crewe to Gretna, helping crews continue restoration efforts.

Electric cooperatives are built on neighbors helping neighbors, and moments like this show how many people work behind the scenes when storms impact our communities.

A huge THANK YOU to Watts Towing for going above and beyond when our members needed you. We appreciate your partnership, dedication and willingness to answer the call, no matter the hour. 👏⚡

One million hours. Zero lost-time incidents. One incredible team.At Southside Electric Cooperative, safety isn't just a ...
10/07/2026

One million hours. Zero lost-time incidents. One incredible team.

At Southside Electric Cooperative, safety isn't just a priority—it's a core value that guides every decision we make.
We're proud to celebrate 1,000,000 hours worked without a lost-time incident, a milestone that reflects the commitment, professionalism and accountability of every SEC employee.

Over the past 1,350+ days, our team has safely served our members through:
⚡ Hurricane Ian
⚡ Tropical Storm Helene
⚡ Winter Storm Elliott
⚡ Winter Storm Blair
⚡ Winter Storm Harlow
⚡ Countless thunderstorms and restoration efforts

Along the way, our employees have worked more than 97,000 hours of overtime, welcomed 62 new team members, and remained focused on the same goal: ensuring everyone returns home safely at the end of every day.

This achievement belongs to every employee who chooses to Be Safe. Work Safe. Think Safe. Home Safe.

04/07/2026

Happy 250th Independence Day from your electric cooperative!

On July 4, 1776, America’s founders declared that every generation has both the privilege and the responsibility of protecting the ideals that unite us. 250 years later, that spirit continues to inspire communities across Virginia and throughout our nation.

Rural Virginia holds a special place in America’s story. From the earliest settlements and Revolutionary War leaders to the hardworking families who continue building strong communities today, this region has long reflected the values that define our nation—perseverance, service, integrity and commitment to one another.

We are honored to continue serving one of the most historically significant regions in America. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your homes, your businesses and your communities.

From our cooperative family to yours, we wish you a safe, joyful and meaningful Independence Day.

Happy 250!

03/07/2026

🎆 Our SEC team is helping light up the sky for 250!

This week, team members volunteered alongside the Powhatan community to help prepare for this year’s Independence Day celebration—because some connections go beyond the power lines.

We’re proud to help make tomorrow night’s celebration one to remember. Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

02/07/2026

As we celebrate America's 250th, we remember that independence wasn't won by famous names alone. It was built through the courage and sacrifice of ordinary Virginians—farmers, blacksmiths, merchants and families—who came together to serve something greater than themselves.

That same spirit lives on today in the neighbors, farmers, teachers, first responders, volunteers, local businesses and families who make our communities stronger every day. We're proud to serve the people whose quiet dedication continues to make rural Virginia a remarkable place to call home.

Communities are strongest when neighbors work together.

Southside Electric Cooperative’s offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday...
02/07/2026

Southside Electric Cooperative’s offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

SEC crews and support staff remain on call and ready to respond to power outages throughout the holiday weekend. If severe weather or other events impact service, our team is prepared to safely restore power to our members.

We wish you a safe, happy and memorable Independence Day weekend as we celebrate our nations historic milestone of 250 years.

Should a member experience an outage, they can report the outage by:

* Texting ” ” to 866-878-5514 using the mobile number on your account.
* Calling 866-878-5514 to report the outage using our automated service.
* SmartHub App: Tap "Report an Issue/Inquiry," select "Power Outage," and confirm your location.

01/07/2026

Before becoming America's first president, George Washington led the Continental Army through the Revolutionary War with perseverance, humility and a steadfast commitment to serving others. After the war, he chose to step away from power, setting a lasting example of servant leadership.

At SEC, service remains at the heart of everything we do. Whether preparing for storms, restoring power or maintaining thousands of miles of electric line, our employees are committed to serving our members with that same spirit of dedication and responsibility.

Leadership begins with a commitment to serve others.

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Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+18005522118

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