ELECTRICITY · 76240
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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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Electricity Rates in 76240
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UTILITIES · 76240
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of Gainesville (sanitation typical…. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 940-668-4500.
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
940-668-4500City 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 76240?
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 76240 (Gainesville). 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 76240 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 76240?
Contact City of Gainesville — Customer Service / Utilities at 940-668-4500 or use the published start/portal links. Gainesville Customer Service / Utilities 940-668-4500 at 200 S Rusk St. New residential water requires in-person application with lease/closing docs; initiation fee and deposit apply; one day’s notice for connection. Water/wastewater field issues 940-668-4540.
How does trash and recycling work in Gainesville?
Gainesville residential sanitation is typically coordinated through Customer Service 940-668-4500 with water.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy Mid-Tex typically distributes natural gas where piped service exists near Gainesville / 76240. 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 Gainesville use Dallas 311 or Fort Worth 311?
Most 762xx cities use their own utility billing lines (Denton, Keller, Gainesville, Decatur, Justin, etc.)—not Dallas 311. Fort Worth parcels inside mixed ZIPs use Fort Worth Water 817-392-4477 and 311 817-392-1234. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 76240?
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.
