Ameren Illinois Customer Service
Phone Number & Contact Info
Q:
How do I talk to a live human at Ameren Illinois?
A:Say "New customer" at the first menu. Next menu, say "No," then say "Representative." If experiencing long wait times, press 1 for a callback. You can also use our free service that can talk to Ameren Illinois for you and report back. Q:
Does Ameren Illinois offer 24 hour customer service?
A:Not at this number; hours here are Mon-Fri 7am-7pm EST. The least busy day is Tuesday, and the most busy day is Monday. If the call center is closed, you can schedule a call. Q:
How long will I wait on hold?
A:The average hold time is 16 minutes. The longest hold times are on Thursday, and the shortest are on Wednesday. You can skip the hold time for free. How do I get through the phone menu to a live person?
Consider using our free service that calls and talks to customer service for you, then sends you a report. Or use our free service that waits on hold and tells you when a human rep is on the line. But if those options don't appeal to you, our team has also documented the phone menu for Ameren Illinois below.
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GetHuman researchers routinely call this Ameren Illinois phone number to document the phone system.
Here is how our research team describes the way the Ameren Illinois phone system greets you: For gas leak emergencies, press #. To get started, please say or enter your phone number or say, "I'm a new customer," or press 1. If you are an existing customer and want to use your account number, say "Account number" or press 2. To speak to a representative, say "Representative."
Here is our latest tip for weaving through the phone menu to get to a real person the fastest: Say "New customer" at the first menu. Next menu, say "No," then say "Representative." If experiencing long wait times, press 1 for a callback.
Below are some clips we've found from Ameren Illinois's phone menus and tips that help give an idea of what you will encounter when you call. We've highlighted why they are important as well:
They may ask for information for security purposes
"Ameren. If you suspect a gas leak or smell gas, say emergency or press pound.
Otherwise, I used your phone number to pull up your account.
For security, I have that your service address starts with one zero one."
Excerpt from a call with Ameren Illinois
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 9:07 PM
They may need the phone number on your account
"Ameren If you suspect a gas leak or smell gas, say emergency or press pound.
Otherwise, to get started, what's the phone number on your account?"
Excerpt from a call with Ameren Illinois
Monday, March 25, 2024 4:56 PM
They may ask your reason for calling (instead of a menu)
"Ameren. If you suspect a gas leak or smell gas, say emergency or press pound.
Otherwise, I use your sure.
I can get you to a representative. But first, just so I can get you to the right person, please tell me what you're calling about today."
Excerpt from a call with Ameren Illinois
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 2:40 PM
They may ask you to say or enter information
"Got it.
I'm not finding anything for that number. Go ahead and give me a different phone number or say use my account number."
Excerpt from a call with Ameren Illinois
Friday, March 8, 2024 6:46 PM
The first phone menu
"Ameren.
If you suspect a gas leak or smell gas, say an emergency.
Otherwise, I used your phone number to pull up your account.
For security, I have that your service address starts with one zero one.
Is that right?
If your service address starts with one zero one say yes or press one.
Otherwise, say no or press two."
Excerpt from a call with Ameren Illinois
Monday, May 20, 2024 11:42 PM
What are the hours and when should I call?
Ameren Illinois operates the call center for this 800-755-5000 phone number Mon-Fri 7am-7pm ET. The short answer is that you should call on a Tuesday. This observation and the following section are based on analysis of a sample set of 368 calls made in the last 90 days using our free, web-based phone (see above).
When you use our free AI-powered phone to call and talk, wait on hold, or navigate for you, it will automatically wait until the Ameren Illinois call center opens before trying to call. It will ask your permission before it places the call, so you can also further delay that scheduled call until you are ready. But that means you can "set it and forget it" ahead of time.
An important note: busy times vs hold times vs best time to call
When we refer to busy or less busy times, we are talking about the volume of calls. The busiest times are when the most people are calling this Ameren Illinois phone number (least busy times have fewer people calling). This high call volume does not necessarily mean that you will have a long hold time when you call. Companies like Ameren Illinois staff their call centers differently based on the time of day and day of the week, so you may experience a shorter wait on hold at the busiest of times. When we refer to the best time to call, we are referring to the optimal combination of lower call volume and shorter wait times.
The least busy time to call
The least busy day to call Ameren Illinois is Tuesday. The most busy day to call is Monday, which averages 96% more phone calls by comparison. Again, this is based on a sample of 368 calls made with our AI-powered, web-based phone in the last 90 days.
- Mon
- Busiest
- Tue
- Quietest
- Wed
- Thu
- Fri
The shortest wait on hold
We measured the shortest hold times to be on Wednesday. The longest wait in the queue on average occurs on Thursday.
The best time to call Ameren Illinois
In summation, the best day to call Ameren Illinois is Tuesday. This is not the day with the shortest wait on hold in the phone system, but we still recommend it for its ideal combination of low call volume and short hold times. Plus we believe that Ameren Illinois staffs the call center well on Tuesday.
Why Customers Call Ameren Illinois
If you have time to do a bit of reading before you call Ameren Illinois, we recommend you read over some of our problem-specific articles.
What services does Ameren Illinois provide?
Ameren Illinois offers comprehensive energy services to residential and business customers. As a leading utility company, we specialize in delivering electricity and natural gas solutions across Illinois. Our services include reliable power distribution, transmission, and maintenance of electrical grids to ensure uninterrupted service. We also provide energy efficiency programs that help customers reduce their energy consumption and costs. Ameren Illinois offers billing and payment options for convenient and hassle-free transactions. Additionally, we provide helpful resources and assistance for customers experiencing financial hardship. Our commitment to safety is paramount, and we prioritize educating customers and communities about electrical and gas safety measures. With a focus on customer satisfaction, Ameren Illinois strives to deliver exceptional service, dependable energy, and innovative solutions.
What energy-saving programs does Ameren Illinois offer?
Ameren Illinois offers a range of energy-saving programs to help customers reduce their energy usage and lower their bills. Our programs include rebates and incentives for energy-efficient appliances, heating and cooling systems, insulation, and lighting. We also offer free home energy assessments and weatherization assistance to identify areas where energy efficiency can be improved. Additionally, we provide tips, tools, and resources to help customers make informed choices about their energy consumption. Our Energy Efficiency Marketplace allows customers to easily compare and purchase energy-efficient products online. We also partner with local businesses, communities, and organizations in various energy-saving initiatives. Our programs are designed to promote sustainability, cost savings, and environmental responsibility by encouraging customers to adopt energy-efficient practices.
Top Ameren Illinois customer service problems
Click the link above to get answers to just about any Ameren Illinois customer service question, including step by step guides for the most complex issues. You can also detail a new issue and get answers instantly.
Below is a sample of recent calls to Ameren Illinois, and their purpose. Are any of these similar to the reason you are trying to call?
Assistance with box attachment: "I need my box on my half."- From a call lasting 3m 3s , Jul 15, 2024 8:27 PM
Requesting to speak with representative: "Speak with a representative."- From a call lasting 1m 48s , Jul 13, 2024 1:53 AM
Billing issue: "I disconnected it back in December and now I'm getting a phone call saying I owe, like, four hundred dollars."- From a call lasting 10m 1s , Jul 11, 2024 7:17 PM
Billing inquiry: "I'm trying to find out what's going on with my bill so I can take care of what I need to take care of."- From a call lasting 6m 17s , Jul 11, 2024 7:02 PM
Account transfer and billing inquiry: "I would like to have the service turned on to my name at another residence if I could."- From a call lasting 6m 30s , Jul 1, 2024 8:03 PM
Family relation clarification: "No, mom. It's a different auntie."- From a call lasting 1m 2s , Jul 1, 2024 11:15 AM
Gas leak issue: "We had a gas leak and need guidance on getting it fixed."- From a call lasting 10m 12s , Jun 21, 2024 1:13 PM
More Ameren Illinois Customer Service Contacts
There are of course other ways to contact Ameren Illinois customer service besides the phone. Below we list the best ones, by medium.
Ameren Illinois Customer Service Live Chat
If phone-based customer service is not available, or the wait times are long, many people prefer chat as a next-best option. Some even prefer it to calling on the phone. Luckily, Ameren Illinois provides this option.
Ameren Illinois Customer Help Desk / Web Support
As a last, sometimes only, resort- Ameren Illinois customer service can be accessed through their website. This can entail digging through help articles before finding a form and "being allowed" to submit a problem to their team, and rarely leads to a real-time conversation, which is why GetHuman does not recommend this unless it's the only way.
Conclusion and closing notes
This is Ameren Illinois's best phone number, the real-time current wait on hold and tools for skipping right through those phone lines to get right to a Ameren Illinois agent. This phone number is Ameren Illinois's best phone number because 24,618 customers like you used this contact information over the last 18 months and gave us feedback. Common problems addressed by the customer care unit that answers calls to 800-755-5000 include Setup service, Lower my bill, Service issue, Meter reading or meter issue, Change or cancel service and other customer service issues. The Ameren Illinois call center that you call into has employees from Westlake, TX / Dominican Republic and is open Mon-Fri 7am-7pm ET according to customers. In total, Ameren Illinois has 1 phone number. It's not always clear what is the best way to talk to Ameren Illinois representatives, so we started compiling this information built from suggestions from the customer community. Please keep sharing your experiences so we can continue to improve this free resource.
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