ELECTRICITY · 77442
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AEP Central delivers power and handles outages (South load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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Compare live plans from local providers, plus water, trash and gas contacts for Garwood, Nada.
Electricity Rates in 77442
Compare 86 plans from 8 providers, starting at 6.6¢ per kWh. AEP Central delivers the power.
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UTILITIES · 77442
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Water & sewer
We couldn't confirm a single water provider for every address in this ZIP. Check with your city, WSC, or property manager.
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Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
We couldn't confirm piped natural gas for every address in this ZIP — check with the local gas company or your property manager.
CONTACTS · 77442
Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (CNP) OR rural co-op
713-207-2222Outage Tracker ↗EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 77442?
CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (CNP) OR rural co-op is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 77442 (Garwood). 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 77442 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 in 77442?
CenterPoint 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143 if CNP is on your bill; otherwise your co-op’s outage line. Downed line: 911 + electric provider.
How do I compare electricity plans for 77442?
Start with the rate table at the top of this page. It lists the lowest available 77442 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh with the date they were last updated. Open any plan to see its Electricity Facts Label (EFL), then enroll online with WattKarma. Running a business? See business electricity rates for 77442 below or request a custom quote.
How do I start water service in 77442?
Provider varies by street in 77442. Do not assume Houston Water or Sugar Land water.
How does trash / recycling work in 77442?
Follow your water jurisdiction: city-bundled trash, MUD/HOA contract, or private hauler. Sugar Land uses Republic (713-726-7307) with city billing; Missouri City city-contract often GFL 281-403-5800; Stafford often GFL 281-368-8397.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Piped gas LDC is not asserted for all of 77442. Confirm CenterPoint gas vs Atmos vs propane. If you smell gas: leave, then call 911 and the correct LDC emergency line.
Is electricity regulated or competitive here?
CenterPoint parcels: competitive REPs. Co-op members generally cannot shop REPs.
Which internet providers serve 77442?
Common options marketed in the Greater Houston / Fort Bend belt include AT&T Fiber, Xfinity, and Spectrum, but availability is address-specific. Use each provider’s checker with your full street address.
What should I do before digging or landscaping?
Call 811 (Texas 811) several business days before digging so underground utilities can be marked. Hitting a gas or electric line can be deadly and costly.
Why might my 77442 neighbor have different water or electric providers?
Fort Bend / Harris / Waller / Matagorda ZIPs often mix cities, MUDs, and (in Matagorda/Wharton) co-ops. Utility boundaries follow meters and districts—not ZIP labels. Always match your bill and appraisal district record.
