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Compare Utility Providers in Silver Spring, MD

Top 4 Electric Providers in Silver Spring

Clean Currents Solar
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  • $0.1429 /kWh
Josco Energy
  • $0.1614 /kWh
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Natural Gas Providers in Silver Spring

Top 9 Internet Providers in Silver Spring

Astound Broadband
  • 5 Gbps
  • Cable
  • 71.92%
  • $30.00/mo
Verizon Fios
  • 2.3 Gbps
  • Fiber
  • 90.46%
  • $40.00/mo
Xfinity
  • 2 Gbps
  • Cable
  • 99.67%
  • $30.00/mo
Verizon 5G Home Internet
  • 1 Gbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $50.00/mo
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
  • 415 Mbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $50.00/mo
AT&T Air
  • 300 Mbps
  • 5G
  • 100%
  • $47.00/mo
Hughesnet
  • 100 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $49.99/mo
Starlink
  • 220 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $80.00/mo
Viasat
  • 150 Mbps
  • Satellite
  • 100%
  • $49.99/mo
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Water & Sewage Providers in Silver Spring

WASHINGTON SUBURBAN SANITARY COMMISSION
WSSC CONSOLIDATED LABORATORY 12245 TECH ROAD SILVER SPRING, MD 20904-1969
Water Filtration Systems
Enhance your water quality and protect your family's health with a water filtration system.

Top 3 Trash and Recycling Providers in Silver Spring

Republic Services
W R Braxton's Trash Services
13312 Octagon Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Washington Suburban Waste
13216 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20904
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Utilities Summary for Silver Spring, MD

Electric Companies: 4
Natural Gas Companies: 1
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 3
Municipal Electricity: No

Silver Spring Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability
99.99%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
22.27%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
71.83%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
*Based on data from the FCC National Broadband map

Fastest Internet Providers in Silver Spring

Provider Connection Type Download Speed
Astound Broadband Cable 5 Gbps
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Verizon Fios Fiber 2.3 Gbps
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Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
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Verizon 5G Home Internet 5G 1 Gbps
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T-Mobile 5G Home Internet 5G 415 Mbps
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AT&T Air 5G 300 Mbps
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Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
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Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
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Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
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Silver Spring Drinking Water Quality Information

Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.

Silver Spring's Primary Drinking Water Source: Surface Water

Drinking Water Contaminant Levels

Lead
5.1 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
35.8 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.29 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: 100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1189 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
40.0755 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit: 60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
10.8838 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
50.4666 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Manganese
22.025 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHxA)
0.0042 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Perfluoropentanoic Acid
0.005 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Strontium
103.625 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.3938 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit: No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose my electric company in Silver Spring?

Yes, the state of Maryland has deregulated electric utilities. Deregulation allows for multiple electric providers within each city and lets customers choose or switch to a provider or plan best fits their needs. Assuming your area has started allowing retail electric competition, you can choose between Clean Currents Solar and Pepco or any of the 4 electric providers available in Silver Spring.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Silver Spring, MD?

Yes, the state of Maryland has deregulated its natural gas utilities. Deregulation of gas service allows for multiple providers and allows customers to choose between providers and plans that best fit their needs. Assuming your area has started enabling retail gas competition, you can choose between Washington Gas or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Silver Spring.

What is the average utility bill in Silver Spring?

On average, the residents of Silver Spring, MD pay around $145.00 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Silver Spring on average pay 11.8% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.

Does Silver Spring offer municipal electricity services?

No, Silver Spring does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Silver Spring area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.

Who is the fastest internet provider in Silver Spring?

Astound Broadband is the fastest internet service provider in Silver Spring, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps.