Utility Choice
With the deregulation of utilities and surge of third-party suppliers, consumers have an unprecedented number of choices in utility providers. (Only major utility providers are listed in this guide.) The following Web Sites offer a wealth of information on the possibilities available in your particular area. Information on specific providers in your community is also available from city clerk and county clerk offices.
Texas Utility Guide
Comprehensive resource for Texas utility services.
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Regulates utility services and consumer protection.
Online Utility Connection
Streamlines utility setup and connection services.

Telephone & Cable Television
Telephone
Astound Broadband
AT&T
Frontier Communications
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Verizon
Cable/Satellite Television
Astound Broadband
AT&T U-verse
Direct TV
Frontier Communications
Spectrum
Xfinity
Water, Sewer & Waste Removal
Water systems vary with the municipality or unincorporated area. Your city or county clerk will be able to connect you with the utilities department serving your community.
Federal Government Information
Administration on Aging
202-619-0724
Health & Human Services
877-696-6775
Social Security Administration
800-772-1213
