ELECTRICITY · 75056
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Oncor delivers power and handles outages (North load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
Compare electricity plans ↗Oncor · NorthTHE COLONY · TX
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Compare live plans from local providers, plus water, trash and gas contacts for The Colony, Lewisville.
Electricity Rates in 75056
Compare 86 plans from 8 providers, starting at 7.4¢ per kWh. Oncor delivers the power.
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UTILITIES · 75056
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of The Colony Environmental Servic…. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 972-624-3131.
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
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR)
888-313-4747Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
972-624-3131City 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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CHECKLISTS · 75056
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 75056?
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 75056 (The Colony). 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 75056 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?
Call Oncor at 888-313-4747 (24/7), text OUT to 66267 if enrolled in MyOncor Alerts, or use Oncor’s online outage tools. Your REP does not restore wires or poles. For a downed power line, stay far away and call 911 and Oncor.
How do I start water service when I move into 75056?
Contact City of The Colony — Utility Billing (water, sewer, trash, recycling) at 972-625-2741 option 0 or use the city’s published start/portal links. The Colony Utility Billing 972-625-2741 option 0 (Mon–Thu 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Fri 7:30–11:30 a.m.) at 6053 Main St. Submit residential utility application ≥1 business day ahead. After-hours water/sewer emergency: 972-625-4471.
How does trash and recycling work in The Colony?
Trash/recycling via Republic under city Environmental Services—missed pickup 972-624-3131 or environmentalservices@thecolonytx.gov. Solid waste billed with water account.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy Mid-Tex typically distributes natural gas in The Colony. 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?
Delivery (wires, outages, delivery charges) is regulated through Oncor as TDU. Energy supply is competitive—you choose among licensed REPs. Always compare the Electricity Facts Label at your expected kWh usage.
Does The Colony have 311?
The Colony does not use a Houston-style dial-311 as the primary utility line in this research. Use the published utility customer service numbers (972-625-2741 option 0) and city service portals/apps for non-emergency requests. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 75056?
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.
