Here is a cohesive list of the primary utilities and service providers for residents in Baltimore County, including electric, gas, water, phone, internet, and cable services.
Electric & Natural Gas
Baltimore Gas and Electric
Primary provider for electricity and natural gas throughout most of Baltimore County.
- Electric & Gas Service
- Customer Service: 410-685-0123
- Emergency Gas Leak: 877-778-7798
- Outages: 877-778-2222
- Website: bge.com
BGE is the largest gas and electric utility serving central Maryland, including Baltimore County. (Wikipedia)
Water & Sewer
Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation
Provides public water and sewer services in Baltimore County.
- Water & Sewer Billing:
410-887-7914 - Emergency Water/Sewer Issues:
410-887-7415 - Website:
baltimorecountymd.gov
Some areas may instead receive water service from Baltimore City DPW depending on location.
Baltimore City Department of Public Works
Water provider for many Baltimore County residents.
- Customer Support:
410-396-5398 - Emergency:
410-396-5352 - Website:
publicworks.baltimorecity.gov
Internet, Telephone & Cable Providers
Comcast Xfinity
Cable TV, internet, and phone service.
- Sales & Support:
800-934-6489 - Website:
xfinity.com
Widely available throughout Baltimore County. (BroadbandNow)
Verizon
Fiber internet (Fios), wireless, and home phone.
- Customer Service:
800-837-4966 - Website:
verizon.com
Available in many Baltimore County communities. (BroadbandNow)
AT&T
Wireless phone and internet services.
- Customer Service:
800-288-2020 - Website:
att.com
Provides wireless and some home internet services in the region. (BroadbandNow)
T-Mobile
Wireless and 5G home internet.
- Customer Service:
800-937-8997 - Website:
t-mobile.com
Starlink
Satellite internet provider.
- Website:
starlink.com
Useful in rural areas with limited broadband options. (BroadbandNow)
Trash & Recycling
Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management
- Trash & Recycling Information:
410-887-2000 - Website:
baltimorecountymd.gov
Some neighborhoods use private trash collection services instead of county pickup.
Common Optional Energy Suppliers
Maryland allows residents to choose third-party electricity and gas suppliers while BGE still delivers the service. (Maryland Office of People’s Counsel)
Popular suppliers include:
- Constellation Energy
- WGL Energy
- Direct Energy
Quick Setup Checklist for New Res
idents
When moving into Baltimore County, most residents typically set up:
- BGE (electric/gas)
- Water account
- Internet/cable provider
- Trash/recycling service if private
- Security system (optional)
If you would like, I can also create:
- a printable relocation utility sheet,
- a moving checklist for Baltimore County,
- or a utility guide specifically for renters, buyers, or seniors.
