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Utility Providers in Amherst, MA

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Electricity

Top 21 Electric Providers in Amherst

You pick the provider; Eversource delivers the power. Every plan below runs over the same Eversource wires, so reliability is identical. Providers compete on rate, contract, and renewable content. For outages, always call Eversource at 800-286-2000.

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Natural Gas

Natural Gas Providers in Amherst

Smell rotten eggs? Leave immediately, and don't touch light switches, garage openers, or phones. Once you're safely away, call Berkshire Gas at 800-292-5012 or 911. What to do if you smell gas
Internet

Top 4 Internet Providers in Amherst

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Water & Sewer

Water & Sewage Providers in Amherst

AMHERST DPW WATER DIVISION

586 SOUTH PLEASANT ST AMHERST, MA 1002
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Amherst drinking water quality: 4 contaminants above health guidelines, none above legal limits

Primary source: surface water. Levels are averages of EPA SDWA LCR and UCMR 3–5 samples. Health guidelines come from the EPA, WHO, or state health departments; legal limits are EPA regulations.

Contaminant Amherst Health guideline Legal limit
Lead Above guideline 8.2 ppb 0 ppb 15 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent) Above guideline 0.0886 ppb 0.02 ppb None set
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) Above guideline 22.6715 ppb 0.1 ppb 60 ppb
Haloacetic acids (HAA9) Above guideline 23.6861 ppb .06 ppb None set
Chlorate 47.5 ppb 210 ppb None set
Chromium (total) 0.2575 ppb 100 ppb 100 ppb
Six brominated haloacetic acids 1.2051 ppb Not set None set
Manganese 5.954 ppb 100 ppb None set
Strontium 73.7969 ppb 1.5 ppm None set
Vanadium 0.25 ppb 21 ppb None set
Trash & Recycling

Trash and Recycling Providers in Amherst

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Utilities Summary for Amherst, MA

Electric Companies: 21
Natural Gas Companies: 1
Water & Sewage Providers: 1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers: 1
Municipal Electricity: No
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose my electric company in Amherst?

Yes, the state of Massachusetts 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 Constellation Energy and Inspire Energy or any of the 21 electric providers available in Amherst.

Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Amherst, MA?

Yes, the state of Massachusetts 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 Berkshire Gas or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Amherst.

What is the average utility bill in Amherst?

On average, the residents of Amherst, MA pay around $211.42 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Amherst on average pay 28.6% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.

Does Amherst offer municipal electricity services?

No, Amherst does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Amherst area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Amherst Dpw Water Division.

Who is the fastest internet provider in Amherst?

Starlink is the fastest internet service provider in Amherst, offering speeds up to 400 Mbps.

Who is the cheapest electricity supplier in Amherst?

Town of Westwood Community Choice Electricity is the cheapest electric provider in Amherst, offering plans starting at $0.1387 /kWh.