The deregulation of utilities and the rise of third-party suppliers give consumers more utility provider options. This list covers major companies serving the state. For local providers, reach out to your municipal or county clerk (for unincorporated areas).

Energy Price Shopping
Comparative costs for gas and electric suppliers
Energy Star
Fosters environmental protection and lower cost utilities
EPA Green Power Partners
Information on environmentally friendly energy producers
South Carolina Utilities Commission
The South Carolina Utilities Commission regulates public utilities.

Major Utility Providers

The following list includes only the major companies that serve the region. Some communities even provide their own municipal utilities. For details about specific providers that serve your community, contact your municipal or county clerk.

Electricity Providers
Berkeley Electric Cooperative
Dominion Energy
Edisto Electric Cooperative
Santee Cooper

Natural Gas Providers
Dominion Energy

Water, Sewer & Waste Removal

Suppliers of water, sewage, and waste removal vary by state, county, and municipality. This list includes major contacts only. For details about local providers, contact your municipal or county clerk.

Berkeley County
Charleston County
Dorchester County
Folly Beach
Goose Creek City
Isle of Palms
Mount Pleasant
Sullivan’s Island Town
Summerville Town