Utility Providers in Newark, DE

It is recommended to contact PSE&G and the Newark Water Department at least two weeks before your move. For new construction or service upgrades, PSE&G may require up to six weeks’ notice.

Yes, if you are parking a large truck on a busy Newark street, you should contact the Newark Parking Authority (973-623-6335) or the Office of Permits to reserve meter space or obtain a temporary “No Parking” sign. Reserving a meter typically costs around $35 per day.

In Newark, a Certificate of Code Compliance and a Fire Department Certificate are mandatory before a title transfer or new occupancy. The seller or landlord usually handles this, but buyers should confirm these are active (they are typically valid for 90 days) before closing.

This is the benchmark rate PSE&G charges for the energy supply itself. Under New Jersey’s Energy Choice program, you can use this number to shop for third-party suppliers; if a supplier offers a rate lower than the “Price to Compare,” you may save money.

This is known as “slamming” and is illegal in NJ. If you notice an unknown supplier on your bill, contact the NJ Board of Public Utilities at 1-800-624-0241 immediately to report it.

If the city cannot access your meter (often located inside), they will issue an estimated bill. You can avoid overpaying by calling 973-733-6370 to provide an actual meter reading yourself.

No. In Newark, sewer and water charges are bundled into one bill issued by the Department of Water and Sewer Utilities. Charges are based on your total water consumption.

No. Per City Ordinance Section 15:12-7, recyclables must be placed loose in a bin. Items in plastic bags will not be collected, and you may receive a fine.

Newark homeowners can pick up one free recycling bin at the DPW Headquarters (62 Frelinghuysen Avenue). You must bring a photo ID and proof of Newark residency (like a recent water bill).

Newark offers bulk pickup on specific days for items like couches or mattresses. You are limited to 10 items per collection, and all mattresses must be wrapped in plastic for the safety of the sanitation workers.

Verizon Fios and Optimum offer fiber-optic connections with speeds up to 2-5 Gbps in most Newark neighborhoods. Xfinity is also widely available but primarily uses cable technology.

Yes. Newark residents can apply for the Universal Service Fund (USF) or LIHEAP through the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Local agencies like the United Community Corporation (UCC) in Newark can assist with the application process.

PSE&G offers an opt-in TOU pricing plan for homes equipped with smart meters. Instead of paying one flat rate, electricity costs more during peak late-afternoon weekday hours and significantly less overnight and on weekends. PSE&G includes a 12-month bill-protection guarantee: if you don’t save money compared to the standard rate in your first year, they credit you the difference and allow you to switch back.

Newark replaced over 23,000 lead service lines with copper pipes under its citywide infrastructure program. You can check your property’s status by inspecting the pipe entering your water meter (copper appears bright brown/penny-colored, whereas lead is dull gray and soft) or by contacting the Newark Department of Water and Sewer Utilities to confirm line replacement records.