Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECO) has selected two local 11th graders to attend the national “Youth Tour to Washington DC” event this June....
We need electricity to run our modern appliances and devices, so power lines are a common part of our lives. So common, in...
Members of Districts 3, 6, and 9 are invited to attend their District Meeting this month. District 3 February 12 Kenansville Community Center...
Operation Round Up, the charitable arm of Peace River Electric Cooperative, has granted $15,000 to Caring People Recovery Center (CPRC) in Bowling Green,...
A number of PRECO Capital Credits checks issued in 2015 were returned due to insufficient address or were never cashed. Check the list...
Trees and power lines don’t mix. Right-of-Way trimming helps prevent power outages by maintaining a safe distance between trees and power lines. Proper...
PRECO’s 2019 Operation Round Up College Scholarship application is now available on our website. The deadline to submit an application is February 28,...
This month, our members will be unwrapping a $1.4 million gift from Peace River Electric Cooperative. But, it won’t be under the tree....
Operation Round Up, the charitable arm of Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECO) granted $5,000 to support Habitat for Humanity Sarasota’s mission to provide...
Most of us were glued to our televisions as Hurricane Florence ravaged the Carolinas with unrelenting winds and flooding rains and again when...
Ceiling fans are in nearly every home. When used correctly, they can help reduce your electric bill. But, when used incorrectly, ceiling fans...
Win the Trip of a Lifetime It’s as easy as 1-2-3! Write a winning essay Apply online Enjoy an all-expense-paid trip to Washington,...
Join Peace River Electric Cooperative’s Operation Round Up and you’ll become part of something big that supports your local community. For just pennies,...
Linemen risk their lives every day making sure power flows safely to your homes and businesses. They climb and dig when power outages...
For nearly 80 years, Peace River Electric Cooperative has been owned by the people we serve. That makes you a member-owner. And, that’s...
Peace River Electric Cooperative employees and contractors work throughout our service territory, including on the rights-of-way and easements, and across your private property...
Electric bill scams are in the news almost daily, so Peace River Electric Cooperative wants you to know how to protect yourself. Often,...
Since June 2007, Peace River Electric Cooperative has selected two students a year for a weeklong tour of the nation’s capital in what...
An electrical substation converts electricity to a lower voltage so it can be safely routed and delivered to your home. Because high-voltage power...
Meet Kathy Exon, winner of a drawing—in honor of Earth Day— for an energy efficiency kit sponsored by PRECO. Kathy, a PRECO member...
PRECO line crews are required to work on the side of the road daily—and often in the middle of the night. Handling high...
Peace River Electric Cooperative announces the appointment of Thomas C. (Tom) Hackle to the Board of Directors of the co-op’s charitable foundation, Operation...
In the event of an emergency, do you need assistance to evacuate your home and move to a shelter? Contact your county’s Emergency...
After a decade of relative calm, the last two hurricane seasons were active. Most recently, Hurricane Irma impacted nearly all of Florida as...
Get Free Installation on a Surge Suppressor Power surges can strike any time damaging or destroying electrical equipment and appliances, such as air...
Safety is a serious issue, especially when it comes to electrical safety. At Peace River Electric Cooperative, it’s the number one priority. PRECO...
Improving your home’s energy efficiency is important, regardless of the type of home you own. For manufactured homeowners, tackling efficiency measures will improve...
All electric cooperatives, including Peace River Electric Cooperative, are owned by the people they serve. While investor- owned utilities (IOUs) strive to create...
After 13 years of dedicated service, Operation Round Up’s Board Chairman Julian “Tip” Tharp has retired. Tip was there on March 16, 2005,...
Make, Model, Capacity – Oh My! By Paul Wesslund The Sloboda family needed a new refrigerator so Brian volunteered to do the shopping....
On March 17th, an estimated crowd of around 1,800 people enjoyed a fabulous sunny day as it marked PRECO’s 78th Annual Meeting 856...
The Board’s responsibilities include oversight of legal requirements, revision of bylaws and operating policies as needed, approval of major contracts and agreements, ensuring...
In honor of Earth Day, PRECO will give away an energy efficiency kit (a $140 value) The kit contains: (12) LED lightbulbs (60-watt...
While saving energy is important all year long, earth day reminds us to look at our efforts from a fresh perspective. For almost...
Power surges can strike any time damaging or destroying electrical equipment and appliances, such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Most often, lightning is...
When you visit one of our offices to conduct business, we often need to log in to a computer to assist you. “For...
Best of Show $100 Electric Bill Credit Paul Zeppenfeld Bradenton Preco Member Since 2015 “Boy Running” Photo: Sarasota County $50 Electric Bill...
Each year, 3,800 people die from drowning. Electric shock drowning occurs when an electric current escapes boats, docks and lights near marinas, shocking...
Balance Sheet For the years ending December 31, 2017 & 2016 Balance Sheet 2017* 2016 Total Utility Plant in Service 277,446,618 271,366,555 Construction...
Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECO) is pleased to announce the winners of their 2018 Youth Tour to Washington, DC, essay contest. Manatee County...
If you pull your desk or TV cabinet away from the wall, you might find a tangle of cords, cables, wires and plugs....
