How do I Reorder Checks?

So it’s time to reorder checks. There are a few ways you can handle it, and they all have advantages and disadvantages. Find out how to reorder checks, where you can do it, and how to be safe.

Reorder Checks at the Bank

The simplest way to reorder checks is to contact your bank or credit union. They already have important information such as your account number, routing numbers, and your address. While this is the easiest way, it may not be the cheapest. You may also have limited design options when you reorder checks from your bank.

It is safe to reorder checks from your bank online. As always, be sure you're on a legitimate site before providing account numbers and passwords.

Reorder Checks From a Printer

Plenty of online services allow you to reorder checks. These companies generally offer more choices, allowing you to personalize your checks or request specific features (such as duplicates, different layouts, and more).

• How to Get Photo Checks

Is this risky? Most of the big names are reputable and safe. If you need a suggestion, shop the merchants below:

• Checks Unlimited
• 4Checks

To reorder checks through these services, you’ll need to provide bank information. It’s your responsibility to provide the details correctly (if you reorder checks from your bank they already have everything on file). If your checks have inaccurate information, you can’t use them and you can’t get a refund unless the printer made a mistake.

For security reasons - and to avoid errors - you may have to provide a voided check when reordering checks online. If you’re out of checks, ask if your bank can provide an official document with the required information.

Use Fewer Checks

Every time you reorder checks it takes time and money. Can you find a way to use fewer checks? You may save money on postage (when you mail checks) and reduce waste (by handling transactions electronically). Consider some alternatives to writing checks:

• Use a debit card for retail purchases
• Use your bank’s online bill pay service
• Set up ACH payments with your service providers

You may decide that old-fashioned checks are still your preferred way to pay, and that’s fine. However, be sure to consider why you might want to stop writing checks.