Find outdoor yard and street lighting support
Middle Tennessee Electric provides installation and maintenance services for outdoor yard lights and coordinates with local governments, HOAs, and developers to install approved streetlights. Available options include depend on the situation and placement. Members can request lighting information for a residence or business, report a light outage, or review answers to common lighting questions.
Outdoor yard lighting options may be available for residences and businesses. The options for each request depend on the situation, location, and placement of the light. These lights are the member's responsibility and will be reflected on their monthly bill.
Members interested in adding a yard light can submit the installation form. The outdoor yard lighting FAQs provide more information about this service.
Related resources
Local governments, HOAs, and property management organizations are responsible for street lighting. Members wanting to improve street lighting must work with those organizations to request installations.
Related resources
MTE provides maintenance for outdoor lights. If a light is not working, use the form below to report a light that is out or not working properly to notify us.
If you are unsure about which form or resource you need, MTE Member Support can help you find the right information.
Outdoor yard lights are available for member residences and businesses. Streetlights are typically requested and paid for by a local government, homeowners association, or similar organization. Knowing which type you need will help you find the right request process.
Local laws, ordinances, or HOA rules may limit where a light can be placed. An outdoor yard light must also meet MTE placement standards. MTE’s Engineering team can review the property and determine an appropriate location.
An outdoor yard lighting request may require additional poles, wiring, a larger transformer, or other equipment. These needs can affect the installation cost. MTE’s Engineering team determines construction costs and communicates them before work begins.
HOAs and local governments can contact MTE Member Support to discuss new streetlight installations. Individual members who want a streetlight in their area should work with their HOA or local government. Members who want a light on their own property can ask about outdoor yard lighting instead.
Request an outdoor light
Tell us where you need lighting so MTE can review your request.
Report a light outage
Let MTE know about an outdoor light that is not working.
Helpful links
- Outdoor Yard Lighting FAQs
- Street Lighting FAQs
- Request Light Installation Form
- Report Light Outage Form
- Request Streetlight Information
- Service Agreements
- Member Support
Contact MTE's Member Support Team
We understand our members expect more than just affordable, reliable, and safe electricity. You also expect outstanding member service, which includes helping you find answers and solutions to your concerns.
From myMTE app issues to billing questions and everything in between, our member support team is always here to provide you with the help you need. We've put together some useful information for you, but feel free to contact us directly to discuss any additional concerns you have.
Email: info@mte.com
Phone: 877-777-9020
Online: mte.com/Contact
