Payment Assistance

Sometimes life presents unexpected challenges, and paying utility bills can become difficult despite one’s best efforts. That’s why payment assistance programs exist—to provide a helping hand during tough times and ensure that essential services remain accessible. Protections such as the Cold Weather Rule help safeguard households from disconnection during dangerously low temperatures, while additional provisions are in place to support active-duty military personnel, offering flexibility and protection when they are serving our country. Together, these resources are designed to provide stability, compassion, and peace of mind when it is needed most.

Contact Us

RPU Service Center

4000 East River Rd NE
Rochester, MN, 55906

Business Hours

RPU Service Center Lobby Hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

RPU Customer Care by phone: 507-280-1500
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

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Report an Outage

Electric Outage: 507-280-9191

Water Outage: 8am-5pm:
507-280-1500

Water Outage: 5pm-8am:
507-280-9191