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Taunton Municipal Lighting District
HQ: Taunton, MA
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Taunton Municipal Lighting District
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Taunton Municipal Lighting District Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | 508-824-6976 |
| Emergency / Outage | 508-824-3111 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: tmlp.com · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Taunton Municipal Lighting District
The Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant is a municipal electric utility serving the Greater Taunton Area in Massachusetts. Established in 1897, it succeeded the Taunton Electric Lighting Company and provides electricity and internet services to residents in its service territory.
Taunton Municipal Lighting District bills commonly include electricity consumption charges, demand charges, transmission and distribution fees, fuel cost adjustments, base service charges, and meter fees. Deferit is unaffiliated with Taunton Municipal Lighting District.
How to Pay Your Taunton Municipal Lighting District Bill
- Online: Pay your bill at portal.tmlp.com using check or credit card.
- Phone: Call 508-824-6976, select option 2 from the automated menu; available 24/7.
- In-Person: Pay in person at TMLP offices (33 or 55 Weir Street, Taunton, MA 02780) or select Trucchi's Supermarket locations; Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm with night deposit available.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: tmlp.com ·tmlp.com/faq.
Late Fees & Payment Policies
| Policy / Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit (Residential - Non-Electric Heat) | $250.00 | |
| Deposit (Residential - Electric Heat) | $400.00 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: tmlp.com/faq
Need to split your Taunton Municipal Lighting District bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: tmlp.com.
| Taunton Municipal Lighting District payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Taunton Municipal Lighting District'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 Taunton Municipal Lighting District offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Taunton Municipal Lighting District 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 Taunton Municipal Lighting District 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 Taunton Municipal Lighting District'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 Taunton Municipal Lighting District 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.* |
| Works for | Taunton Municipal Lighting District bills only | Taunton Municipal Lighting District and most other US household bills |
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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 Taunton Municipal Lighting District
Can I use Deferit to pay my Taunton Municipal Lighting District bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Taunton Municipal Lighting District bill amount in Deferit and we pay Taunton Municipal Lighting District in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Taunton Municipal Lighting District accept? ›
Taunton Municipal Lighting District typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit tmlp.com or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Taunton Municipal Lighting District offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Taunton Municipal Lighting District's website or app to check whether autopay is available and how to enroll.
What do I do if I can't pay my Taunton Municipal Lighting District bill on time? ›
Contact Taunton Municipal Lighting District 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