Biller name
Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative
HQ: Franklinton, LA
Legal name
Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Website
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Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative Account & Billing Support
| Department | Number / Channel |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Main | (985) 839-3562 |
| Emergency / Outage | (866) 672-9773 |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: wste.coop/your-account/billing-payments ·wste.coop/contact · current departmental phone numbers and hours of operation.
About Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative
Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative is a utility cooperative headquartered in Franklinton, Louisiana, serving 17 Louisiana communities including New Orleans, Slidell, Hammond, Mandeville, Bogalusa, Amite City, Folsom, and Pearl River.
Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bills commonly include electricity consumption charges, base service charges, fuel cost adjustments, and taxes and fees. Deferit is unaffiliated with Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative.
How to Pay Your Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative Bill
- Online: Pay with credit/debit card or e-check via SmartHub at https://www.wste.coop/
- Phone: Call (985) 839-3562, option 1 for billing payments.
- Auto-Pay: Set up automatic bank draft through SmartHub app or at any office location.
- In-Person: Pay at Franklinton, Folsom, Abita Springs, or Slidell office with check, cash, or money order.
- Mail: Mail check or money order to PO Box 697, Franklinton LA 70438 with bottom portion of bill.
- With Deferit: pay now and split into 4 installments, once every two weeks. Learn more →
Payment Methods & Addresses
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: wste.coop/billing-payments.
Late Fees & Payment Policies
| Policy / Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Connection fee (new service) | $25 | |
| Membership fee | $10 | |
| Reconnection fee | $35 | |
| Deposit | Varies by state / not published | Determined by credit check at time of service application |
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: wste.coop/start-stop-transfer-service
Need to split your Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bill into installments?
Retrieved July 2026 · Source: wste.coop.
| Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative payment arrangement |  Deferit | |
|---|---|---|
| How to access | Check Washington-St. Tammany 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 Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative offers payment arrangements, limits are set by Washington-St. Tammany 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 Washington-St. Tammany 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 Washington-St. Tammany 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 Washington-St. Tammany 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.* |
| Works for | Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bills only | Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative and most other US household bills |
| Learn more → |
*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 Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative
Can I use Deferit to pay my Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bill? ›
Yes. Enter your Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bill amount in Deferit and we pay Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative in full right away. You repay us in 4 bi-weekly installments.
What payment methods does Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative accept? ›
Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative typically accepts online payments via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer. Visit wste.coop or contact their support team for the most up-to-date options.
Does Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative offer autopay? ›
Most billers offer automatic payment to help avoid late fees. Visit Washington-St. Tammany 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 Washington-St. Tammany Electric Cooperative bill on time? ›
Contact Washington-St. Tammany 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