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Getting Ready for Electric Service

Becoming A Member 
MLEC is not-for profit and member-owned. When applying for service, please bring:

  • Proof of property ownership, i.e. closing papers, deed, property tax documents, etc.
  • If renting or leasing, a signed rental agreement from the property owner.
  • To protect your privacy and identity, MLEC follows Federal Trade Commission Red Flag guidelines. When applying for service, you must bring a government issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and your social security card, or a W2 with your number listed. (If filling a joint spouse membership application, both persons need to be present with required documents.) If applying for a business bring tax exempt/federal id if applicable.
  • Deposit may be required. Check with use for current fee schedule. (In lieu of a deposit, residential accounts may be eligible to provide a letter of credit from your previous electric utility or choose our pre-paid energy option.)

State of Tennessee Requirements
The state of Tennessee requires a temporary, rough-in, service release and final inspection and septic permit. Some or all these inspections may apply. To check and schedule these inspections, visit https://core.tn.gov. 

Site Requirements Before Cost Sheet Is To Be Paid

  • Member needs to obtain all easements for MLEC necessary from your property to the existing power line.
  • Must have a 911 address
  • Member will need 40-foot right of way (20 feet on each side of the line) must be cleared for all new primary lines. This clearing and associated costs are the member's responsibility.
  • Member will need to contact MLEC Engineering Technician two weeks prior to service release for final job cost sheet.
  • Due to demand, material availability, weather and other factors, it is not possible to estimate how long it will be before service is connected.

Other Notes

  • All fees and charges must be paid, easements obtained, electrical inspections approved, and right-of-way requirements met before any MLEC work will begin.
  • Non-Residential power contracts, outlining service details, security deposit, minimum bill requirements, etc...may be created and execution required before service starts.
  • Sub-Divisions & Mobile Home Parks require an acceptable plat or drawing for cost estimation. A blanket right-of-way easement must be obtained and submitted by the contractor/developer.

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Residential Deposits and Partial Fee List: Deposit $275.00. Meter Fee $25.00. Membership $5.00

Prepay: Initial Start-up Payment $50.00. Meter Fee $25.00. Membership $5.00

Non-Residential: Contact MLEC for personal assistance

Contact your local office for additional fees and information.

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Contact MLEC

Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
P.O. Box 240
Centerville, TN 37033 

Phone: 931-729-3558 


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