New Service

We're excited to have you as a member!

Application Quick Links:

If you're needing power from Medina Electric Cooperative, please fill out the appropriate form. 

 

EXISTING SERVICE - No Construction 

Applications for when you need power or upgrades at an existing location that already has a meter.

Existing Meter/Home ONLINE Application    |    Existing Meter/Home PDF Application

Upgrade/Downgrade Service ONLINE Application    |    Upgrade/Downgrade Service PDF Application

 

NEW SERVICE or RELOCATION SERVICE - New Construction

Applications for installing new service at a location that has never had electricity or for moving existing equipment that requires a construction process.

New Construction ONLINE Application   |   New Construction PDF Application

Relocation ONLINE Application | Relocation PDF Application

 

DEVELOPERS

For developers needing to apply for subdivision and backbone line service, please visit our resource page for developers here > 

Developers / Backbone ONLINE Application | Developers / Backbone PDF Application

Frequently Asked Questions - New Service

Use these resources to help answer any questions you might have. Don't see the answer to your questions? Contact us Monday through Friday at 1-866-632-3532 or use the chat feature between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.. For after hours questions, email us at info@medinaec.org and we'll get back to you ask quickly as possible. 

BEFORE SITE VISIT

  • Complete application
  • Provide recorded landowner’s deed
  • Provide certificate of compliance if in Dimmit, Kinney, La Salle, Starr, Webb or Zavala counties
  • Pay $100 engineering fee (non-refundable) and any required deposits
  • Try to pre-determine route of line (MEC will assist during site visit) and decide meter location (house or meter pole). Medina EC also has LED security lights available; if you are interested in one, please determine that location and let a member service representative know, or tell the staker when they visit.
  • 40 feet of right-of-way must be cleared–20 feet on either side of the lines
  •  If easements are needed, you will be required to get deeds and ask for aerial easements from adjoining property owners. Any deeds and easements must be obtained by the member and will be determined at site visit.
  • $1,800 construction credit is available for permanent residences. Prior to site visit, location must have an adequate water supply, a connection to wastewater facilities, and a home that is constructed or placed on a permanent foundation. (For mobile home, all wheels, axles and hitch must be removed).

SITE VISIT PROCESS

  • All private and underground lines and equipment should be 30 feet or more away from either side of the electric lines. If the septic tank, lateral lines or any other privately owned lines or equipment are in the area where the power lines will be built, have them marked so our crews are aware of them.
  • MEC will set meter poles and that cost will be included in the estimate. MEC provides the meter can to you.
  • 200 amp meter loop can be purchased through MEC for $680-780* plus applicable taxes. We recommend you use a licensed electrician for the installation. Wiring specifications can be found at further down the page, or by request. *Pricing is determined by the size of meter pole and is subject to change without notice.
  • Right-of-way must be cleared BEFORE the line can be staked.  The lines cannot be staked if the full 40 feet width is not cleared. This includes ground and air space.
  • One week after this visit, you will receive a phone call with an estimated cost of construction for your project. Member and MEC agree on route and what easements/permits will be needed.
  •  When you give approval to move forward, your job will move to the construction process.

CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

  • A member service representative will contact you once they have prepared an invoice and easement(s) for you to sign. This can take 3-4 business days; it can take longer depending on the complexity of the easements required. Payments are not accepted until the documents are prepared and sent to you.
  • Pay invoices and return signed easements to any office.
  • Once construction estimate is paid and all required documents have been received, the project will be sent to construction for scheduling.
  • Jobs are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. Normally it takes 4 to 6 weeks from the time the job is sent to construction for it to be built. It can take longer if severe weather has impacted the area or special permits are required.
  • Construction foremen will call a day or two before the job is built.
  • All debris and equipment must be out of the 40 foot-wide easement where construction will take place.

 

 

Download a copy of the checklist.

How much does it cost for new construction?

The only way to get an exact estimate for your new service is to apply for new service and pay the $100 engineering fee for one of our line designers to visit your location. After that visit, our line designer will be able to provide you with an accurate bid for your specific project.

However, Medina EC recognizes that you may want an idea on how much new service will cost to assist in your budgeting and planning process. We have provided some sample projects to help you get an idea on how much it might cost to establish new service that requires construction of power lines and the necessary equipment. These are only samples and the cost for your specific project may differ.

Cost Scenarios

 

 

Settle-Up After Job Is Built

For all jobs that cost more than $10,000, there is a settle-up after the job is constructed based on the actual cost of the job. If it costs less to build than what MEC estimated, the member is issued a credit; if it costs more to build than estimated, the member is invoiced. As a cooperative, we operate on a not-for-profit basis. It is important that the final cost of the job is paid by the member that builds the job. Labor and material will be billed at actual cost and could be different than what is reflected on estimates provided.

All jobs that cost less than $10,000 are done on a firm cost basis and there will not be a settle up for those.  

Single Phase Wiring Specifications

Three Phase Wiring Specifications

If your project requires new construction, please refer to the proper wiring specifications prior to construction. If you have any questions, contact us.

A 911 Address is required for your electric account. If you do not have one, contact the 911 coordinator for your county.

 

 

County Office to Contact Address Phone#
Atascosa 911 Addressing Agent 711 Broadway Jourdanton, TX 78026 (830) 769-2748
Brooks 911 Addressing Database PO Drawer 5516 Falfurrias, TX 78355 (361) 325-5670
Dimmit Middle Rio Grande Development Council 307 West Nopal, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 (830) 876-3533
Duval Appraisal District Po box 809 San Diego, TX78384 (361)-279-3305
Edwards Middle Rio Grande Development Council 1927 N Bedell Ave, Del Rio, TX 78840 {830) 774-4741
Frio Frio County 911 Addressing Office 2207 Business IH 35 East, Pearsall, TX 78061 (830) 334-0088
Jim Hogg Appraisal District PO Box 459 Hebbronville, TX 78361 (361) 527-4033
Kinney Middle Rio Grande Development Council 1927 N Bedell Ave, Del Rio, TX 78840 (830) 774-4741
LaSalle Middle Rio Grande Development Council 307 West Nepal, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 (830) 876-3533
Mc Mullen 911 Addressing Agent P.O. Box 237 Tilden, TX 78072 (361) 274-3900
Medina 911 Addressing Agent 1613 Ave K ste. 101 Hondo, TX 78861 (830)741-8997
Real Middle Rio Grande Development Council 216 West Main St, Uvalde, TX 78801 (830) 278-4491
Starr Planning Dept 100 N FM 3167 Attn Planning Dept RGC TX 78582 (956) 716-4800
Uvalde Middle Rio Grande Development Council 216 West Main St, Uvalde, TX 78801 (830) 278-4491
Webb Planning Dept 1110 Washington St Ste 302 Laredo,TX 78340 {956-523-4100
Zapata Appraisal District 200 E 7th  Ave, Ste 20 Zapata TX, 78076 (956) 765 9988
Zavala Middle Rio Grande Development Council 307 West. Nopal, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 (830) 876-3533

We offer 200 amp meter loops for members to purchase at a discounted rate—$680-780* plus tax. If you're interested in purchasing one for your new construction job, please ask the Medina EC staff member you are dealing with about that option. Medina EC sets our own meter poles. We will not install equipment on poles that have been set by an electrician or homeowner.

*Pricing is determined by the size of meter pole and is subject to change without notice.

You can get a GPS coordinate on your phone by holding down your finger on the property / location in your mapping app.

GPS coordinates help us verify your address and pinpoint your location more precisely. It's also recommended to have your GPS coordinates for any new construction application.

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Permit Requirements

If your construction project is completed in Dimmit, Kinney, La Salle, Starr, Webb or Zavala counties you are required to submit county permits to Medina EC before work orders are placed on the construction schedule.

Contact: Dimmit County Courthouse
                830-876-9904
                212 N. 4th Street
                Carrizo Springs, TX 78834

Fees: $100

Requirements:

  • Medina EC Work Order Number
  • Physical Address (general location of property is accepted)

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service
  • Temporary Service

Contact: Kinney County Courthouse
                830-563-2401 (press 2 for Judges office)
                501 S. Anne Street
                Brackettville, TX 78832

Fees: $50

Requirements:

  • Warranty Deed
  • Medina EC Work Order Number
  • Must complete application in person

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service
  • Temporary Service

Contact: La Salle County Courthouse
                830-879-4430
                101 Courthouse Square #107
                Cotulla, TX 78014 

Fees: $30

Requirements:

  • Medina EC Work Order Number
  • Registered 9-1-1 Address

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service

Contact: Starr County Courthouse,  Annex, & Appraisal District
                956-487-5613

               100 N FM 3167 
                Rio Grande City, TX 78582

Fees: $30

Requirements:

  • Warranty Deed
  • Medina EC Account Number
  • Registered 9-1-1 Address

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service
  • Temporary Service
  • Reconnect
  • Name Change
  • Relocates
  • Upgrades

Contact: Webb County Planning Dept.
                956-523-4100
                1110 Washington St. Suite 302
                Laredo, TX 78040 

Fees: $30 (residential)
           $100 (commercial)

Requirements:

  • Warranty Deed
  • Copy of ID
  • Garbage Disposal Contract

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service
  • Temporary Service
  • Reconnect
  • Name Change
  • Upgrade
  • Relocate

Contact: Zavala County Utility Dept.
                830-374-2095
                319 N 1st Ave 
                Crystal City, TX 78839

Fees: $65

Requirements:

  • Medina EC Work Order Number
  • Registered 9-1-1 Address

Services Needed Permit:

  • New Service
  • Temporary Service