Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make application, and are there any fees?
There is no need to come in to make application. We can take your application over the phone or through this web site or we can mail you any paperwork that needs to be signed. Several fees are required when making application. They can be applied to your first bill. The fees required for application are: Membership fee: $25 to join the Cooperative Deposit: $175 Contact our customer service advisors for the possibility of waiving the deposit if you have a good payment history with another utility company. Click here to connect or disconnect your service.
What do I do if my power goes off?
To report a power outage, call the 24-hour emergency response center at 770-502-0226 and simply leave your telephone number.
What is a co-op?
Co-op means that the EMC is owned by you, its members. Our rates are set by our members through a board of directors elected from and by the membership. Since we are a non-profit Cooperative, any margin above operating cost is refunded back to you.
How can I pay my bill?
When I am ready to move into my new house, can you tell me when my service will be connected?
Yes. Call our customer service advisors to find out when your connection is scheduled. They can also tell you if there is a problem which might delay your service connection.
Do I have a choice of power suppliers?
Since 1973, most large industrial/commercial facilities with connected loads over 900 kW are able to choose their power suppliers. All other customers are served by the power supplier in their assigned areas.
Is site lighting available?
Yes. Coweta-Fayette EMC can provide commercial and residential site lighting.
Is underground service available?
Yes. Coweta-Fayette can provide underground utilities for residential and commercial applications.
Are EMC's rates competitive with other power suppliers?
Absolutely. It is our mission to provide reliable, competitively-priced power to all of our members.
What is Power Cost Adjustment?
The Power Cost Adjustment is used to adjust the rates charged to members when the price for fuel to generate electricity rises and falls over time and to recover other expenses as needed for maintenance, operations, environmental requirements, fuel transportation and overhead cost. Power Cost Adjustments can be additions or subtractions to a rate depending on financial requirements for the year.