Question

I am moving to Valrico. What utility companies do I need to set up?

Answer

Here is the full rundown for Valrico utility providers:

Electric: Tampa Electric Company (TECO). Call (813) 223-0800 or set up service at tampaelectric.com. TECO serves all of Valrico.

Water and Sewer: Hillsborough County Public Utilities. Call (813) 272-6680 or visit hillsboroughcounty.org. Some older properties may be on well water and septic rather than county water and sewer. Your agent or the listing disclosures will indicate which system the home uses.

Trash and Recycling: Hillsborough County Solid Waste. Curbside pickup is provided by the county. Recycling is included. Bulk pickup is scheduled periodically by zone.

Internet and Cable: Spectrum (Charter) is the primary cable and internet provider. AT&T Fiber is available in some Valrico neighborhoods. Frontier FiOS may be available in limited areas. Check availability by address before closing on a home if internet speed matters to you.

Natural Gas: TECO Peoples Gas serves some Valrico homes. Not all homes have natural gas; many are all-electric. Check the property listing or disclosures.

Tip for new residents: Set up TECO and water service at least 3 business days before your move-in date. Internet installation may require a longer lead time, especially during busy moving seasons.

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