Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation
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August 13, 2021

How do I sign up for electricity service?

To establish a new electric account with Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative:

  • Complete a "Apply for New Service" form online, or come by one of the offices in person and fill out a residential or business (select in drop-down) application for membership.
Associated Fees

When applying for electric service, the Cooperative requires:

  • $25.00 membership fee
  • $10.00 connect fee
  • In addition to the above fees, a security deposit may be required.

The membership fee makes you a part owner of your own electric company – Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation.

Security Deposits

Small Commercial: The standard deposit is $250. The deposit must be paid in full with the application.

Residential: The standard deposit is $200.00. The deposit can be paid in full with the application or in installments: $100.00 due upon application and remainder in two $50.00 payments with first two bills. Your deposit with interest will be refunded after 12 consecutive on-time payments (NO late payments within a 12 month period).

Deposits may be waived by providing one of the following items:

  • A letter of credit from your previous electric utility reflecting good payment history.
  • A present member of Arkansas Valley Electric with a good credit standing with the Cooperative can sign as a Third Party Guarantee for the new member.
  • NO DEPOSITS required with PrePay!

Contact us for more information on deposits or how to apply for new service.

NOTES:  

  • Other than new construction, please do not submit this application prior to 14 calendar days of the date you would like service connected. 
  • After the form is submitted, a member service representative will contact you for further information, instructions, and/or payment while processing your request. 
  • Please have the location or meter number readily available when applying.
  • Requests received after 4:30 PM will be processed the next business day.