“We’re here to serve you.” We’ve all heard this phrase countless times. These words may sound generic, but to us — your local electric cooperative — they mean everything.

Pee Dee Electric was created to serve our community. Back in the day, neighbors banded together and formed our co-op for the common good. In our case, it was the only way the community could bring electricity to the area where there was none. In doing so, Pee Dee Electric helped the community thrive. That mission-focused heritage is the golden thread going back to 1939 that is woven throughout our history.

Today, we are continuing to power the community. While our focus has remained steady on providing reliable energy to our members, today’s energy landscape and consumer expectations are far different than they were decades ago. That’s why we’re adapting to keep pace with changing technology, evolving needs, and new expectations.

Service is deeply ingrained into who we are. We continue to evolve with the times, and in return, we’ve found additional ways to serve you and provide more options for you to power your life.

Serving as your trusted energy advisor means we want to help you save energy (and money) and provide advice and information on a broad range of energy topics. For example, if you’re looking for ways to save energy and increase your home’s energy efficiency, visit our website at pdemc.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to receive energy-saving tips year-round. Consider scheduling a complimentary home energy assessment with our energy use advisor to identify ways to save energy at home. Understanding how your home uses energy can help determine the best ways to modify energy use and keep more money in your wallet.

If you’re considering a rooftop solar installation, our energy advisors would be happy to give you an unbiased view of the pros and cons. Investing in a solar system is a major decision, and it’s important to fully understand the costs, responsibilities, and potential energy savings. Unlike a solar company that has one objective — to sell their products and services — we will look at the total energy picture and help you determine the best options for your home. We understand that homeowners must undertake their due diligence, and we’re here to help you through that process.

Similarly, we recognize that many members are considering electric vehicle options. Pee Dee Electric provides information about EV charging and electrical requirements to our members so you can make informed decisions about EVs. Pee Dee Electric also offers ways to save on EV charging. No matter what our members drive, we want to help you achieve energy savings.

So, the next time you hear Pee Dee Electric use the phrase, “We’re here to serve you,” we hope you know that we mean it. Service is deeply ingrained into who we are. We continue to evolve with the times, and in return, we’ve found additional ways to serve you and provide more options for you to power your life.