How will the merger with BHP Billiton affect my Petrohawk business?
You should not expect any changes for the time being. Petrohawk will continue to run the owner relations functions in its current mode until further notice.
How do I change my address?
Please download and complete the attached form. For your protection, address changes will not be accepted by telephone. Please mail form to the attention of our Division Order Dept, fax to 832.369.2284 or e-mail landadmin@petrohawk.com.
Can I set up direct deposit?
Yes. Please download and complete the attached form. Please mail the completed form to the attention of our Division Order Dept, fax to 832.369.2284 or e-mail landadmin@petrohawk.com.
I need a legal description of my interest. How can I get that information?
Petrohawk requires a signed letter that includes the owner name, owner number, county, and state where property is located to obtain a property description. Please include your daytime phone number including area code and social security number for verification. Please mail form to the attention of our Division Order Dept, fax to 832.369.2284 ore-mail landadmin@petrohawk.com.
I need a copy of my lease. How can I get that information?
Petrohawk requires a signed letter that includes the owner name, owner number, county, and state where property is located to obtain a copy of your lease. Please include your daytime phone number including area code and social security number for verification. Please mail form to the attention of our Division Order Dept, fax to 832.369.2284 ore-mail landadmin@petrohawk.com.
Would Petrohawk be interested in leasing my property?
If you would like Petrohawk to possibly lease mineral rights or property you own, please send us a signed letter that includes your name, address, phone number, county/state where property is located, legal description of property, how many acres owned and any other additional information that may be helpful. Please mail your request to the attention of our Land Admin.
When will I get paid on a newly drilled well?
Please review your lease documents. Generally, it takes four to six months from the date of first production to receive a payment. Please note that you must sign and return your Division Order before you can start receiving payment.
Am I able to view current check detail, receive e-mails regarding my account and look at past check detail?
Yes. Please contact PDS at 1-800-318-7850 or on the web: http://www.pds-austin.com/customers.asp to register for Petrohawk Owner Relations Online System. Once registered, go to http://www.petrohawk.com/ and click on the Owner Relations tab to login and view/print your revenue check.
Will I get a 1099 every year?
Royalty owners who received $10 or more and working interest owners who received $600 or more in the calendar year will receive a 1099. We mail 1099's by January 31st of the following year. The income reported to the IRS is your gross income prior to any other deductions or taxes. The 1099 will also list any state or U.S. withholding amounts deducted from your revenue checks.
What should I do if my check is lost, stolen, or older than 180 days?
Please allow 15 business days to receive your check. If your check is stolen, contact Petrohawk Energy Corporation immediately at 832.204.2799. Any check greater than six months should be marked "VOID" and sent back to Petrohawk. We will reissue the check on our next revenue check run once the check is received.
I have not received my check in several months, what do I need to do?
Sometimes production could be down for the well, or we are waiting on documentation to put you into a pay status. Please e-mail us at ownerrelations@petrohawk.com or call our Royalty Hotline at 832.204.2799 and we will review your account.
*Please note: Payments will be deferred until accruals reach $100 or annually in October, whichever occurs first.
I need to obtain a copy of my 1099. What do I need to do?
Call 832.204.2799 or e-mail the royalty hotline at ownerrelations@petrohawk.com.
Petrohawk sold my well and I don't know how to contact the new owner.
Petrohawk sold wells to the following companies in 2010: