Local Utility Companies
Local utility companies you may need to contact in our area:
Almost everything about Philadelphia and city departments can be found at www.phila.gov
With the deregulation of utilities and surge of third-party suppliers, consumers have an unprecedented number of choices in utility providers. The following list includes only the major companies that serve the region. We have also included some consumer information sites for your convenience.
PECO Energy (electric)
800-494-4000
Monday through Friday 7:00 am-6:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am-1:00 pm
www.exeloncorp.com
PGW Philadelphia Gas Works
215-235-1000
Monday through Friday :00 am-6:00 pm
www.pgworks.com
Philadelphia Water Revenue Dept.
215-686-6880
Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00 pm
www.phila.gov (click on "pay water bill" and have your account number ready)
Comcast Cable Company
800-COMCAST or 800-266-2278
www.comcast.net
Metropolitan Edison
800-545-7741
www.firstenergycorp.com
PPL Utilities
800-DIAL-PPL
www.pplweb.com
ENERGY GUIDE
www.energyguide.com
Provider directory and advice on lowering utility bills.
ENERGY PRICE SHOPPING
www.energyshop.com
Comparative costs for gas and electric suppliers
LONG DISTANCE RATES
www.phoneratefinder.com
Unbiased overview of long-distance telephone market
