Keeping your utility payments up-to-date is essential to maintaining electric service for your home or business Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative (MLEC) offers their members flexible options to pay electric bills conveniently This article will outline everything you need to know about managing payments with MLEC,
Overview of Meriwether Lewis Electric
First, some background on the company. MLEC is a member-owned electric cooperative providing service in parts of southern middle Tennessee. They power over 19,000 homes, businesses, and farms across six counties.
If you have electric service with MLEC, you can take advantage of their various payment methods to pay your monthly bill.
Online Account Access
The easiest way to manage payments is by setting up online account access through MLEC’s website. With an online profile, you can:
- Check your current balance
- View billing and payment history
- Make one-time payments
- Set up recurring auto-draft payments
- Go paperless with e-billing
- Monitor daily usage
Registering for an online account is free and simple Just have your MLEC account number handy,
Pay by Phone
In addition to online payments, MLEC members can pay over the phone in several ways:
- Call 931-729-3558 to speak with a representative
- Use the automated Touch-Tone phone payment system
- Enroll in monthly auto-draft payments
The phone payment options offer convenience if you prefer talking to someone or setting up recurring payments
Pay in Person
To make cash or money order payments in person, you can visit either of MLEC’s office locations:
- Centerville Office: 1625 Highway 100
- Hohenwald Office: 555 Mahr Avenue
Their office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. In-person payments allow you to talk directly with an MLEC representative when paying your bill.
Payment by Mail
To pay your MLEC electric bill by mail, send your check or money order to:
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
P.O. Box 28
Centerville, TN 37033
Be sure to include your MLEC account number and service address on the payment. Allow 5-7 days for delivery of mailed payments.
Authorized Payment Agents
For added convenience, MLEC has partnered with local businesses to offer more payment locations across their service area:
- First Community Bank – Santa Fe, Culleoka, Hampshire
- First Farmers & Merchants Bank – Columbia, Mount Pleasant, Lewisburg
- Citizens Tri-County Bank – Hohenwald, Linden
Check payment receipts carefully to ensure proper crediting to your MLEC account.
My Power My Way Prepay
MLEC offers a prepaid metering program called My Power My Way. With this option you pay ahead for electricity before usage instead of receiving a monthly bill.
Benefits include more payment flexibility and avoiding deposit fees. Discounts are also available for seniors, veterans, and members on limited incomes.
Payment Assistance Programs
If you ever have trouble paying your MLEC bill, payment assistance options may be available such as:
- Needs Based Payment Assistance – up to $300 per year
- Special Needs Program – discounted bill for elderly, disabled, or critical illness
- Project Help – emergency heating bill assistance
Contact MLEC to see if you qualify for any payment help.
Avoid Late Payment Fees
To prevent late fees being added to your account, be sure to pay your MLEC bill by the due date listed on your monthly statement. Set up text or email reminders through your online account to receive usage alerts and payment notifications.
Manage Payments on the Go
MLEC offers a mobile app for Android and Apple devices so members can easily manage payments and account services on the go. Use the app to pay bills, check usage, contact customer service, report outages, and more.
Payment Satisfaction Guarantee
As your local electric cooperative, MLEC is committed to providing exceptional service tailored to members’ needs. Their payment satisfaction guarantee promises your payment will be posted promptly and correctly every time.
Stay current on your monthly electric bill with MLEC through your choice of convenient payment methods. Managing your electric account payments should be simple and stress-free.
MLECgo Mobile App
Available for download on Android and Apple devices.
- View your balance.
- Make payments.
- Monitor energy use patterns.
- Receive notices. And more!
Have an account? Login below.
Your schedule doesnt always align with our office hours, so MLEC offers a variety of payment options to fit your needs.
Pay your bill. Set up notifications. Monitor usage. Set up draft payments or schedule payments.
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FAQ
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Who is Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative?
Click here if you need any assistance logging in. Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative (MLEC) is the member-owned source of power and broadband for the Middle Tennessee counties of Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Lewis and Perry. We strive to deliver safe, affordable, reliable electricity, while also creating brighter futures for our hometowns.
What payment options does MLEC offer?
Login below. Your schedule doesn’t always align with our office hours, so MLEC offers a variety of payment options to fit your needs. Pay your bill. Set up notifications. Monitor usage. Set up draft payments or schedule payments. Available for download on Android and Apple devices. View your balance. Make payments. Monitor energy use patterns.
How do I pay MLEC?
Purchase small amounts every few days and not worry about it for several weeks; when your balance is low, purchase more. Payments can be made by phone, online, by kiosk, or in person at any MLEC office! If you wish to use your utility credit, UnitedHealthcare will print and mail MLEC a check from your UCard account.
How do I request a MLEC account?
The request can be made in one of two ways, both of which will require you to enter your MLEC account number, name, address, etc.