Biller name
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
HQ: Centerville, TN
Legal name
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
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Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 931-729-3558 |
| Emergency / Outage | 888-879-6038 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: mlec.com/contact ·mlec.com/contact-us · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative (MLEC) is a non-profit utility cooperative headquartered in Centerville, Tennessee, serving five counties in western Middle Tennessee. The cooperative distributes electricity purchased from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and operates MLConnect, a broadband internet service.
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative bills commonly include electricity usage charges, demand charges, fuel cost adjustments, transmission fees, and taxes. Deferit is unaffiliated with Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative.
How to Pay Your Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative Bill
- Online: Pay online at https://billing.mlec.com/mcp/home using the billing portal.
- Phone: Call 1-931-729-3558 to pay by phone.
- Mail: Mail check to P.O. Box 240, Centerville, TN 37033.
- Auto-Pay: Set up automatic draft payments through https://billing.mlec.com/mcp/home or call 1-931-729-3558.
- In-Person: Pay in person at 1625 Highway 100, Centerville, TN 37033 or at payment kiosks.
- App: Download MLECgo app (iOS/Android) to pay and manage your account.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: mlec.com/payment-options ·mlec.com/contact-us ·mlec.com.
Need to split your Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: mlec.com.
| Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative's online account, payment portal, or customer support team for available payment arrangement options. | Sign up, take a picture of your bill, and Deferit pays it on your behalf. Online or in app. |
| Maximum split | If Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative based on your account status. We couldn't verify a published maximum split. | 4 installments, once every two weeks, up to your Deferit balance |
| Eligibility & approval | Decided by Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative at request time based on account status | Monthly Deferit membership, no lock-ins. Cancel anytime. |
| Fees & interest | Fees and interest were not published in the sources reviewed. Check Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative's payment portal or support team before setting up an arrangement. | Monthly Deferit membership plus a $0.99 processing fee per bill. No interest. No late fees on eligible Deferit memberships.* |
| If you miss a payment | Missed-payment consequences are set by Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative and may include late fees, service interruption, or collection activity depending on your account. | You can reschedule a repayment date in the app before it's due. Late fees may apply depending on your Deferit membership.* |
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*No late fees feature included with Max and Ultra memberships. Installments on the Lite membership may incur late fees if overdue. See Membership terms for details.
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Common Questions About Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative
Can I use Deferit to pay my Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative bill amount in Deferit and we pay Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative accept? ›
Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit mlec.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative bill on time? ›
Contact Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative directly to ask about payment arrangements or hardship assistance programs. Deferit can also help — split your bill into 4 payments to ease the immediate financial pressure.
Updated: July 2026