ELECTRICITY · 75042
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Oncor delivers power and handles outages (North load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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UTILITIES · 75042
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of Garland Sanitation. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 972-205-3500.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Atmos Energy (Mid-Tex Division) — start 888-286-6700. Leak line 866-322-8667. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Frontier Fiber.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
GP&L (municipal) or Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR)
972-205-3000Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
972-205-3500City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Atmos Energy (Mid-Tex Division) — natural gas distribution
866-322-8667More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 75042?
GP&L (municipal) or Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 75042 (Garland). You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for your plan and bill. The rate table at the top of this page shows today's lowest 75042 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh, and you can switch through WattKarma (PUCT broker #BR220202) at no cost.
Who do I call when the power goes out?
If GP&L: call 972-205-3000 or 833-403-2106 or text OUT to 972-205-4000 (see gpltexas.org/outage-center). If your address is Oncor: call 888-313-4747. For downed lines call 911 and the correct utility.
How do I start water service when I move into 75042?
Contact City of Garland — Utility Customer Service (water, sewer, sanitation) at 972-205-2671 or use the city’s published start/portal links. Garland Utility Customer Service 972-205-2671 (Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) for start/transfer/stop of water and related city utilities. 24-hour emergency water shutoff published 972-205-3210.
How does trash and recycling work in Garland?
Sanitation issues (trash, recycling, brush, bulky): 972-205-3500. Utility account questions: 972-205-2671. Confirm multifamily private haulers.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy Mid-Tex typically distributes natural gas in Garland. Start service via Atmos Account Center or 888-286-6700. If you suspect a leak: leave immediately, avoid sparks, then call 911 and Atmos 866-322-8667 from a safe place.
Is electricity regulated or competitive here?
GP&L municipal customers do not have REP retail choice—rates/service are through the city utility.
Does Garland have 311?
Garland does not use a Houston-style dial-311 as the primary utility line in this research. Use the published utility customer service numbers (972-205-2671) and city service portals/apps for non-emergency requests. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 75042?
Common DFW options include AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, and Frontier Fiber; some northern suburbs also see Google Fiber. Availability is address-specific—use each provider’s checker with your full street address.
What should I do before digging in the yard?
Call 811 (Texas 811) before any digging or landscaping that disturbs soil so underground electric, gas, water, and telecom lines can be marked. Hitting a line can be dangerous and costly.
