ELECTRICITY · 78934
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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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Electricity Rates in 78934
Compare retail electricity plans for 78934. AEP Central delivers the power.
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UTILITIES · 78934
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
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Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: CenterPoint Energy (Entex) — start 800-427-7142. Leak line 888-876-5786. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Suddenlink.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗GAS LEAK
CenterPoint Energy (Entex) — South Texas Geographic Rate Area
888-876-5786More 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 78934?
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 78934 (Columbus). 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 78934 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 the wires company on your bill: 866-223-8508. Your Retail Electric Provider (if any) does not restore poles or wires. Downed line: 911 + your wires company.
Is electricity competitive here?
Start with the rate table at the top of this page. It lists the lowest available 78934 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 78934 below or request a custom quote.
How do I start water service when I move into 78934?
Water provider varies by exact address in Columbus / 78934 (city, WSC, or small system).
How does trash and recycling work in Columbus?
Trash arrangements vary in 78934.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
CenterPoint Energy typically distributes piped gas where confirmed in Columbus. Start: 800-427-7142. Leak: leave immediately, then 911 and CenterPoint 888-876-5786.
Does Columbus have 311?
Columbus typically does not use a Houston-style dial-311 as the primary utility line in this research. Use published city utility numbers and city hall portals. Life-threatening emergencies: 911.
Which internet providers serve 78934?
Common options vary by street in Columbus: AT&T, cable (Spectrum/Optimum/Xfinity), and local fiber/fixed wireless where built. Availability is address-specific—use each provider’s checker. Listing is not a guarantee.
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.
How do I confirm my exact electric provider?
Check a recent bill for the TDU/co-op name and ESI ID, or ask the landlord/title company. WattKarma and Power to Choose help only when your meter is on a competitive TDU.
