Service requirements

 

Start or Stop Service

If you are looking to apply for a new service, transfer service, or disconnect a service, please call our Member Service Center at 1-877-892-0001 so that we can complete your application process.

  • If you are the property owner you will need to provide proof of ownership.
  • If you are renting/leasing the property you will need to provide a copy of the rental/lease agreement.
  • If you are establishing an account in a business name, you will need to provide the Federal Identification Number for the business as well as proof of ownership or a rental/lease agreement.

When you call, please be ready to provide:

  • Social Security Number
  • Birth Date
  • Driver’s license number
  • Service location
  • If it’s new construction or preexisting structure
  • Meter Number (if you are transferring service)

*The information required above applies to establishing electric service for Residential and Business accounts.

Choptank Electric may require a member or prospective member to pay a deposit. If a deposit is required for a residential account the deposit may be equal to 2/12ths of the estimated bill for a year.

An individual 60 years of age or older is exempt from a deposit if they present proof of age, intent to occupy the dwelling and absence of any outstanding bill to a utility for service.

Visit our New Member Resources Page for additional information


Building or improving your property?

Members or prospective members looking to build or improve a residence or other building within Choptank Electric Cooperative's territory will need to complete the Application for Electric Service: New Construction and/or Upgrade form below. We recommend Adobe Acrobat Reader to complete or print the form. 

Load Equipment Form: New Construction and/or Upgrade