Setting up utilities in Anaheim
In Anaheim, electricity depends on your address, SoCalGas delivers gas, water depends on your address, sewer depends on your address, and Republic Services handles trash pickup.
Moving to Anaheim? Public Grid can set up Southern California Edison for you.
Your utilities in Anaheim
Who to call for each service in Anaheim, and how to start it.
Electric
Depends on your address
Anaheim Public Utilities
A city-owned utility offering electric service in Anaheim.
Most of Anaheim
To start: Complete an application online through MY ACCOUNT with your driver’s license and Social Security numbers, current ID and proof of ownership or tenancy; a security deposit is required unless Anaheim waives it after an Equifax credit check.
Southern California Edison
Some parts of the city (check your address with SCE)
To start: Southern California Edison asks for your driver’s license or ID and your Social Security number when you start service. If SCE needs to check who you are, you can upload two documents instead, such as a photo ID, driver’s license or passport, your Social Security card or a W-2.
Or let Public Grid set it up →Gas
SoCalGas
A natural gas utility serving Central and Southern California.
To start: Your move-in address must be in the service area. You can start up to 30 days ahead with your Social Security number, or by calling if you can’t give it.
Water
Depends on your address
Anaheim Public Utilities
A city-owned utility offering water service in Anaheim.
Most of Anaheim
To start: Complete an application online through MY ACCOUNT with your driver’s license and Social Security numbers, current ID and proof of ownership or tenancy.
Yorba Linda Water District
A district serving most of Yorba Linda and parts of Anaheim.
Parts of east Anaheim near Yorba Linda (check with YLWD)
To start: Call the Customer Service Department during normal business hours to establish water service.
Golden State Water
A water company serving over 81 communities in California.
A small area of east Anaheim (check with Golden State)
City of Buena Park
Buena Park manages water distribution and sewer lines.
Some addresses near Buena Park (check with Buena Park)
To start: Call to establish water service, then present two current forms of identification in person, with proof of legal possession of the home such as a rental agreement.
Sewer
Depends on your address
City of Anaheim Public Works
The City division that maintains sewer lines in Anaheim.
Most of Anaheim
Yorba Linda Water District
A district serving most of Yorba Linda and parts of Anaheim.
Some areas near Yorba Linda (check with YLWD)
To start: Call the Customer Service Department during normal business hours to establish water service.
City of Buena Park
Buena Park manages water distribution and sewer lines.
Some addresses near Buena Park (check with Buena Park)
To start: Call to establish water service, then present two current forms of identification in person, with proof of legal possession of the home such as a rental agreement.
Trash & recycling
Republic Services
Republic partners with Anaheim on waste, recycling and compost collection.
The City of Anaheim contracts with Republic Services for its solid waste services.
FAQ
Questions about moving to Anaheim
Sources: Anaheim Public Utilities, Southern California Edison, SoCalGas, Yorba Linda Water District, Golden State Water, City of Buena Park, City of Anaheim Public Works, Republic Services, EIA.
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