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Utilities Summary for Portsmouth, VA
Electric Companies:
1
Natural Gas Companies:
9
Water & Sewage Providers:
2
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
3
Municipal Electricity:
No
Portsmouth Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
96.17%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
54.56%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
51.07%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
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.
Portsmouth's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
3.4 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
411.25 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.5788 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.3575 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27.0031 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
8.7778 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
35.535 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
0.8433 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Molybdenum
1.675 ppb
Health standard: 40 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
44.875 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.42 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.
Yes, the state of Virginia 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 Dominion Energy or any of the 1 electric providers available in Portsmouth.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Portsmouth, VA?
Yes, the state of Virginia 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 Columbia Gas and AMBIT ENERGY or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Portsmouth.
What is the average utility bill in Portsmouth?
On average, the residents of Portsmouth, VA pay around $173.67 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Portsmouth on average pay 5.6% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Portsmouth offer municipal electricity services?
No, Portsmouth does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Portsmouth area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Portsmouth, City Of.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Portsmouth?
Verizon Fios is the fastest internet service provider in Portsmouth, offering speeds up to 2.3 Gbps to 66.1% of the city.
Who is the cheapest natural gas supplier in Portsmouth?
Indra Energy is the cheapest natural gas provider in Portsmouth, offering plans starting at $0.36 /therm.