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78606 resource guide
Nearby places, utilities, and electricity plans for Downtown Blanco, US 281 corridor, and Blanco County seat.
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UTILITIES · 78606
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ELECTRICITY · 78606
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AEP North delivers power and handles outages (West load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
Compare electricity plans ↗AEP North · WestWater & sewer
We couldn't confirm a single water provider for every address in this ZIP — start or transfer at 830-833-4525, or check with your city, WSC, or property manager.
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We couldn't confirm trash service for every address in this ZIP — city requests via 830-833-4525, or check with your city or property manager.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Texas Gas Service (ONE Gas) — start 800-700-2443. Leak line 800-959-5325. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Suddenlink.
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CHECKLISTS · 78606
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Contacts and plans worth keeping handy for Downtown Blanco / US 281 corridor.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas North (AEPN)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
830-833-4525City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Texas Gas Service (ONE Gas) — natural gas distribution
800-959-5325More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
FAQ · 78606
Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 78606?
AEP Texas North is the TDU for 78606 (Blanco). You pick a REP for the energy plan. Compare at PowerToChoose.org or WattKarma.
Who do I call when the power goes out in 78606?
Call AEP Texas North at 866-223-8508. Your REP does not restore wires. Downed line: 911 + TDU.
How do I compare electricity plans for 78606?
Use Power to Choose or https://wattkarma.com/zip/78606. Compare EFLs at your expected kWh; switching REPs does not change the TDU.
How do I start water service in 78606?
City of Blanco water: cityofblancotx.gov; pay-by-phone 830-833-4525; water emergency 830-554-0716. Rural WSC—address-verify.
Is electricity competitive in 78606?
Yes. Delivery is through AEP Texas North; energy supply is competitive among licensed REPs.
Who provides natural gas in 78606, and what if I smell gas?
Texas Gas Service common in Hill Country. Start 800-700-2443; leak 911 then 800-959-5325. Propane common outside town.
Which internet providers serve 78606?
Footprint varies by street in 78606. Check AT&T, Spectrum, Frontier, and others by full address.
What should I do first when moving into 78606?
Enroll with a REP (AEP Texas North stays TDU), start water with the correct operator, confirm trash, start gas if piped, order internet, save 911/811/outage numbers.
Who do I call before digging?
Call 811 (Texas 811) before digging so underground utilities can be marked.
