Generator Loan Program

About the program:

Through an agreement with our partner, Florida Rural Electric Credit Union, members of Escambia River Electric Cooperative can take advantage of low interest loans to finance a whole home generator and give them peace of mind during a major storm.

Eligibility:

This program is available to members of EREC who:

  • Own the dwelling
  • Have received electric service from EREC for at least one year
  • Are in good standing with EREC, meaning they are current on utility payments and have made timely payments for the previous 12 months
  • Are approved by Florida Rural Electric Credit Union

Qualifying projects:

  • Must be a new whole home generator
  • All major brands approved
  • All installations must be performed by a licensed & insured electrical contractor.

Loan Details:

  • Rates as low as 5.25%
  • Maximum Loan Amount up to $25,000
Grade FICO 0-36 mo. 37-48 mo. 49-60 mo. 61-72 mo. 73-84 mo. 85-96 mo. 97-120 mo. 121-180 mo.
A+ >=730 5.25% 5.75% 6.00% 6.25% 6.50% 6.75% 7.00% 7.25%
A 680-729 5.75% 6.25% 6.50% 6.75% 7.00% 7.25% 7.50% 7.75%
B 650-679 6.25% 6.75% 7.00% 7.25% 7.50% 7.75% 8.00% 8.25%
C 600-649 7.75% 8.25% 8.50% 8.75%
D <=599 9.25% 9.75% 10.00% 10.25%

To Apply For A Loan:

Simply call Florida Rural Electric Credit Union at 1-800-542-1246.

Additional Information:

*90-day approval period (work must be complete within 90 days of loan approval).  *Can finance up to 100% of installation costs (up to the maximum loan amount).  *Financing available only for qualifying projects performed by licensed & insured contractors.  *Payment made directly to contractor(s).  *Subject to approval, these APRs are subject to change.  Your APR and repayment terms will depend on your amount financed and term of your financing agreement.