Access Energy Cooperative is proud to provide electric service to our members. Our goal is to make the process of developing your new service as easy as we can.The following guide is provided to help guide the process in the most efficient way:
New Construction
- Submit a request through our contact us form by selecting "new construction"
- Call our engineering department at 319-385-1577 or 1-866-242-4232
- Please include a cell phone number when providing your information
- Our staking department will contact you to schedule an appointment to meet with you to determine your site location and desired service route
- Access Energy Cooperative will provide a quote for line extension if needed and any other costs associated with building your electric service
- A $200 engineering fee is required prior to this service being completed
Line extension Policy
- Access Energy Cooperative provides a 250-foot overhead line extension for new residential/business construction from our existing facilities
- Costs for any additional line extension in excess of 250 feet are the responsibility of the member and the cost of construction must be paid for in advance
- If the member prefers underground service, the costs for the line extension are the responsibility of the member and the cost of construction must be paid for in advance
- For low-use services, costs for line extensions are the responsibility of the member and the cost of construction must be paid for in advance
- Member is responsible for any additional tree clearing
- Easements will be required
Once all forms are completed and signed, the appropriate fees are paid, and permits are approved, the new service can proceed to be scheduled for construction as soon as it can be completed. Lead-time will vary dependent on our current workload and weather conditions.