New Service
Fees & Rates
Connection Services
BPW is proud to offer you the best utility service available. In almost all instances we offer same-day service.
General Service Charge
Connect new service or transfer existing service: $50.00
Deposit Schedule
| Account Type | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Residential Homes with Gas (Confirmation Required) | $175 |
| Residential All-Electric Home | $250 |
| Residential Water | $100 |
| Commercial Accounts — Average of the 3 highest monthly bills, doubled | Varies |
Electric Connection Charges
| Type of Build | Inside City | Outside City |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Commercial/Industrial | *Call for pricing* | *Call for pricing* |
* This fee applies to customers who are building a new home or commercial business in the BPW's electric service area.
Water Connection Charges
| Size | Inside City | Outside City |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 inch Service | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| 1 inch Service | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| 2 inch Service * | $9,000 | $14,500 |
| 4 inch Service * | $28,000 | $44,000 |
| 6 inch Service * | $55,000 | $88,000 |
| 8 inch Service * | $82,500 | $132,000 |
| 10 inch Service * | *Call for pricing* | *Call for pricing* |
| 12 inch Service * | *Call for pricing* | *Call for pricing* |
* Customer to furnish meter pit built to BPW specifications.
Sewer Connection Charges
| Size (Based on Water Service Size) |
Inside City | Outside City |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 inch Service | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| 1 inch Service | $4,200 | $9,000 |
| 2 inch Service | $13,500 | $27,000 |
| 4 inch Service | $60,000 | $120,000 |
| 6 inch Service | $180,000 | $270,000 |
| 8 inch Service | $240,000 | $360,000 |
Impact Fees
Approved and Implemented March 18, 2025
| Water Meter Size | ERU* | Water Impact Fee | Sewer Impact Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¾” | 1.0 | $ 1,000 | $ 4,000 |
| 1” | 2.5 | $ 2,500 | $ 10,000 |
| 1½” | 5.0 | $ 5,000 | $ 20,000 |
| 2” | 8.0 | $ 8,000 | $ 32,000 |
| 3” | 16.0 | $ 16,000 | $ 64,000 |
| 4” | 25.0 | $ 25,000 | $ 100,000 |
| 6” | 50.0 | $ 50,000 | $ 200,000 |
| 8” | 80.0 | $ 80,000 | $ 320,000 |
| 10” | 115.00 | $ 115,000 | $ 460,000 |
* One Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) assumes usage of 300 gallons per day.
Impact Fees will be paid as described below:
- Single residential water and/or sewer service connection – Impact Fee will be paid on or before the payment of Connection Fees.
- Residential Development – Sewer Impact Fees for all anticipated development must be paid prior to submittal of a Permit to Construct. Separately, water Impact Fees must be paid on or before the payment of Connection Fees. For phased developments, Impact Fees shall be paid on all phases contemplated by the Permit to Construct.
- Commercial/Industrial Connections:
- For meter connections of 10 inches or less, all sewer Impact Fees must be paid prior to submittal of a Permit to Construct, and water Impact Fees must be paid on or before the payment of Connection Fees.
- For meter connections greater than 10 inches, sewer Impact Fees must be paid prior to submittal of a Permit to Construct, and water Impact Fees must be paid on or before the payment of Connection Fees. Fees are based on daily demands from the design engineer. After one year of substantially completed operation, if actual demands exceed estimates, additional Impact Fees will be assessed; if actual demands are less, BPW will pay or credit the difference. Credits will not reduce fees below the amounts due for a 10‑inch meter connection.
- Fire Suppression System Connection – No Impact Fees for metered fire suppression system‑only connections. Uses other than fire suppression may result in Impact Fees. A separate, fire‑only meter is required (a compound dual meter is not sufficient).
2. Payment of all applicable Impact Fees is a condition of development approval by BPW.
Delegated Review Program
Residential Development
Less than 100 lots $ 1,000.00
100 to 300 lots $ 1,250.00
Over 300 lots $ 1,750.00
Pump Station $ 2,000.00
Commercial Development
$ 1,500.00
Septic Tank Disposal
Annual Applicant Permit: $250.00
Per 1,000 Gallons: $250.00
Industrial Pretreatment Annual Permit Fee: $2,500.00
* Connection charges do not include encasement pipe or asphalt overlays. Actual cost of encasement pipe or asphalt overlay will be added to water and/or sewer connection charges when required by SCDOT.
Note: Includes $25.00 Inspection Fee. Backflow provided and paid for by the customer.
Non-Payment Charges
- All services are subject to disconnection, and a non-payment service charge will be charged for all accounts in which full payment is not received by 7 a.m. the first business day following the due date posted on the bill. This includes payments received through the U.S. mail.
- Reconnection service fees are as follows:
- Monday – Thursday (7 a.m. – 5 p.m.): $50.00
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.): $75.00
- Reconnects will not be made between 5 p.m. & 8 a.m.
Meter Tampering
All cases of meter tampering will be charged a minimum fee of $250, plus reimbursement of all additional costs.
Returned Check Fee
All returned checks will be charged a fee of $30.00.
Other Fees
If electricity has not been connected at an address for more than 6 months, the customer is responsible for obtaining a power release from the City of Gaffney or Cherokee County. This involves having a licensed electrician work with the City or County offices to inspect your property. BPW cannot connect electricity at an address that has been disconnected for longer than 6 months without a power release.
Payment Methods
- Bank Drafts
- Cash
- Check
- Money Order
- Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover)
- Online (Visa, MasterCard)