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New Electric Service

If there is no electric service to a lot or structure, please call the office at 800-927-6068 and provide the tax parcel identification number or the county, township, and section the property is located in, along with the nearest 911 address. The office will provide an estimated cost to extend either overhead or underground service to the property. If you agree to this estimate, we will arrange a meeting to discuss the exact location and provide an invoice and membership application to begin the process

Sales tax will be applied where applicable

Overhead Line Extension – Single Phase

New Service: $12.50 per foot + $3,500 construction fee

Rebuild: $13.00 per foot + $6,000 construction fee

Overhead Line Extension – Three Phase

New Service: $22.00 per foot + $6,000 construction fee

Rebuilds Under 1500 Feet: $29.00 per foot + $6,000

Rebuilds Over 1500 Feet: $29.00 per foot

Underground Line Extension – Single Phase*

New Service: $12.00 per foot + $4,000 construction fee

Rebuilds: $13.00 per foot + $4,000 construction fee

Padmount Transformer Charge: $800

Overhead To Underground Conversion Fee: $1,000

*No underground will be installed between December 1 to April 1

*Member provides trench

Underground Line Extension – Three Phase*

Multi-Phase Extension

New Service: $33.00 per foot + $6,000 construction fee

Rebuilds: $40.00 per foot + $6,000 construction fee

Padmount Transformer Charge: $4,000

Overhead To Underground Conversion Fee: $3,500

*No underground will be installed between December 1 to April 1

*Member provides trench and concrete pad

Meter Pedestals

Pole Pedestal: $525 + tax

200A Free Standing Meter Pedestal: $950 + tax

400A Free Standing Meter Pedestal: $1,500 + tax

Member is responsible for installing, maintaining, and locating secondary conductors from pedestal to house.

Inline Pole Relocation

$2,500 per pole for single-phase relocation

$5,000 per pole multi–phase relocation

$1,000 per meter pole relocation

Please contact the Staking Department if multiple poles need to be relocated.

Pole Pricing For Member Use

Please call the Staking Department for pricing. 800-927-6068

Iowa Farm Units

320A Single Phase: $3,200 + tax

600A Single Phase: $4,700 + tax

800A Single Phase: $5,300 + tax

400A Three Phase: $4,700 + tax

600A Three Phase: $6,800 + tax

Credit

All contributions in aid of construction for new services, other than underground conversion and transformer charges, are refundable at a 3¢ per kilowatt-hour credit on your monthly bill once the service is connected. This will continue for three years or until the contribution is fully refunded, whichever comes first.  Prices are subject to change without notice.

Existing Electric Service

If you are moving to a location with electric service in place, please call the office at 800-927-6068 or email billing@mvec.com and provide the 911 address of the location, along with your current mailing address. A membership application is required and a deposit may be required.

Disconnect Electric Service

If you are moving, please notify the office of the date you will no longer be responsible for electricity or MVlink fiber usage. You will need to provide a forwarding address for your final bill and to collect future patronage dividend payments.

If you own the property and wish to have service temporarily or permanently disconnected, please call the office to schedule 800-927-6068.

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Members are responsible for locating all privately - owned underground utilities including:

  • All secondary electric service

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Maquoketa Valley Electric Cooperative

109 N Huber Street ♦ Anamosa, IA 52205-1453

Phone: 319-462-3542 ♦ 800-927-6068

Fax: 319-462-3217

 

 

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We are one of the largest electric cooperatives in the state, providing electric and internet/phone services to 14,000 members in nine east central Iowa counties.  With more than 80 years of experience serving local communities, we continue to provide 24/7 service that is safe, affordable, and reliable. Learn more

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    • Community
      • Events
      • Education
      • Economic Development
      • Touchstone Energy
  • My Membership
    • My Account
      • Pay Electric Bill
      • Pay Internet Bill
      • Terms of Membership
      • My Electric Usage
      • Understanding My Electric Bill
      • Payment Options
      • Patronage Dividends
    • Programs
      • Iowa LIHEAP Guidelines
      • RECare
      • Rebates
      • Security Lights
      • Budget Billing
      • Heat Plus Program
  • My Service
    • Report Outages
      • Electric
      • Internet: Please call 877-811-1568
    • Start/Stop Service
    • How Service Is Restored
    • Power Outage Tips
    • Tree Trimming
    • Adding Load
    • Stray Voltage
    • Fiber Equipment
    • Co-op Owned vs Member Owned Equipment
  • Energy Center
    • Energy Savings
      • Rebates
      • Save Energy
      • Beneficial Electrification
      • Energy Assessment
    • Renewables
      • On Site Generation
      • Watts Green
  • Safety
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Move Over Slow Down
    • Electric Safety
    • Farm Safety
    • Tractor Safety
    • Meter Equipment Clearance
    • Grain Bin Clearance
    • Safety Quiz
    • Gas Tank Clearance/Location
    • Storm Safety
    • Tree Planting Safety
    • Tree House
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