"Mike T." wrote in message
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"val189" wrote in message
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I'd ask the utility if they reported this against your credit rating.
I'd also ask them about setting up an automatic draft plan

Great idea. Next, open up a joint checking account with the first
stranger you see walking down the street. -Dave

Actually what the OP could check is if they have an option to put it on a
credit card automatically. This assumes that one does not have problems
with credit card debt or the like (sounds like the OP does not). This also
preserves a recourse if there are billing problems. I have this setup on
many of my bills (heating oil, cable, cell phone...) and it works for me
well.

I would not let them go straight into my bank account, no way for me. The
only bill that I let do that is my mortgage. The credit card provides that
insular layer, and when one pays it off in full every time there is no
additional cost.
Tomes