Setting up utilities in Tampa
In Tampa, Tampa Electric delivers electricity, Peoples Gas delivers gas, the Tampa Water Department runs water, the Tampa Wastewater Department handles sewer, and trash pickup depends on your address.
Moving to Tampa? Public Grid can set up your electric for you.
Your utilities in Tampa
Who to call for each service in Tampa, and how to start it.
Electric
Tampa Electric
The electric company for Tampa and Hillsborough County.
To start: Tampa Electric asks for your Social Security number when you start service. Public Grid’s setup tells you exactly what you’ll need.
Or let Public Grid set it up →Gas
Peoples Gas
Peoples Gas provides natural gas service across Florida.
To start: Start or transfer your Peoples Gas service online.
Peoples Gas has a ZIP code check on its website to see if it serves your area.
Water
Tampa Water Department
The City delivers drinking water in Tampa and parts of the county.
To start: Apply online through Tampa Connect or call the Utilities Call Center if a water meter already exists at your property.
It serves Tampa and parts of unincorporated Hillsborough County; the City’s address lookup shows if it serves you.
Sewer
Tampa Wastewater Department
The City treats Tampa’s wastewater and maintains its sewer lines.
To start: Apply online through Tampa Connect or call the Utilities Call Center if a water meter already exists at your property.
It serves Tampa and parts of unincorporated Hillsborough County; the City’s address lookup shows your provider.
Trash & recycling
Depends on your address
Tampa Solid Waste Department
The City picks up trash, recycling and yard waste.
South of Fowler Avenue, except USF and New Tampa
To start: Apply online through Tampa Connect or call the Utilities Call Center if a water meter already exists at your property.
City service covers Tampa south of Fowler Avenue, excluding the University of South Florida and New Tampa.
Hillsborough County Solid Waste Services
The County oversees trash and recycling collection.
New Tampa, Tampa Palms and Hunter’s Green
To start: Request a garbage or recycling cart if you moved into an existing home without one.
Its trash fees are billed on the property tax bill in its service area.
What Tampa homes pay for electricity
This is Tampa Electric’s average for the homes it serves. Your own bill depends on your home’s size and how you heat it.
$202
Tampa Electric’s average home bill, per month
18.1¢
Tampa Electric’s average price per kilowatt-hour (kWh)
FAQ
Questions about moving to Tampa
Sources: Tampa Electric, Peoples Gas, Tampa Water Department, Tampa Wastewater Department, Tampa Solid Waste Department, Hillsborough County Solid Waste Services, EIA.
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