Find your good energy in 43005: compare electricity plans

AEP Ohio delivers power to most of 43005 (Bladensburg) and handles outages and repairs. Some addresses in and around 43005 are served by an electric cooperative such as The Energy Cooperative (Licking Rural Electrification). Co-op members aren't part of Ohio's choice program, so check who sends your electric bill.

Most mapped businesses in 43005 are in the Bladensburg area, which has no city or village government of its own. The mailing city is Bladensburg, and your utilities follow the address, not the mailing city.

The Census Bureau's 2023 County Business Patterns counted 7 business establishments in 43005 with about 20 employees. That ranks 43005 1,048th among 1,222 Ohio ZIP codes by number of businesses. Businesses here on AEP Ohio can shop for supply the same way homes can.

Yes, if your bill comes from AEP Ohio. Ohio lets homes and businesses buy power from a certified retail provider while AEP Ohio keeps delivering it. You can also stay on the standard offer.

It's the per-kWh supply price you pay AEP Ohio if you don't pick a provider. It's printed on your bill and changes during the year. An offer only saves money if it beats that number over the whole contract.

Call AEP Ohio at 800-672-2231 or report it online. Your retail provider doesn't fix lines. If a line is down, stay away from it and call 911.

Many Ohio cities, villages and townships buy power for residents through an aggregation program. Check the supply section of your AEP Ohio bill or ask your city, village or township office whether you're enrolled. You can still choose your own provider.

Columbia Gas of Ohio is the main gas utility mapped for 43005. Smaller gas systems also show up in parts of the ZIP (Ohio Cumberland Gas). Confirm the gas company for your address before you call. If you smell gas, leave right away, then call 911 and 800-344-4077 from outside.