ELECTRICITY · 79407
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LP&L delivers power and handles outages (West load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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UTILITIES · 79407
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Water & sewer
City of Lubbock Utilities (COLU). Start or transfer at 806-775-2509.
Start water service ↗Trash & city services
City of Lubbock Utilities. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 806-775-2509.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Atmos Energy (West Texas Division) — start 888-286-6700. Leak line 866-322-8667. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Suddenlink, South Plains Electric Cooperative broadband.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
Lubbock Power & Light (LP&L)
806-775-2509Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
Lubbock 311
806-775-2509City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Atmos Energy (West Texas 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 79407?
Lubbock Power & Light (LP&L) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 79407 (Lubbock). 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 79407 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 LP&L at 806-775-2509 (24/7) or email/text LightsOut@LPandL.com. Your REP does not restore poles or wires.
Is electricity competitive in Lubbock?
Start with the rate table at the top of this page. It lists the lowest available 79407 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 79407 below or request a custom quote.
How do I start water service when I move into 79407?
Contact City of Lubbock Utilities (COLU) — water / wastewater / storm water / solid waste at 806-775-2509. COLU consolidates water, wastewater, storm water, and solid waste billing — Customer Service 806-775-2509 (Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.). Residential move-in forms at coluforms.ci.lubbock.tx.us. Same phone used for LP&L outage reporting (electric is separate REP choice).
How does trash and recycling work in Lubbock?
Solid waste typically on COLU utility bill. Call 806-775-2509 or Lubbock 311. Multifamily may be private.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy West Texas typically distributes natural gas in Lubbock. Start: 888-286-6700. Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 911 and Atmos 866-322-8667 from a safe place.
Does Lubbock have 311?
Yes—use Lubbock 311 (or the published utility numbers) for non-emergency city service requests. Utility billing/start often still uses 806-775-2509. Life-threatening emergencies: 911.
Which internet providers serve 79407?
Common options vary by street in Lubbock: AT&T, cable (Spectrum/Optimum/Suddenlink), 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.
Is Lubbock Power & Light the same as Xcel / SPS?
No. LP&L is the City of Lubbock municipal TDU (competitive since 2024). Southwestern Public Service (Xcel) serves many surrounding Lubbock County towns, not typical city-proper LP&L meters. South Plains EC serves deeper rural. Match your bill / ESI ID.
