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| Important Information |
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In order for a smooth transition to your new home, we recommend you organize the transfer of utilities into your name a least at week before the closing date on your new home.
Click on the 3 links below, for useful website information.
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Electric Retail Providers |
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On this website put your new zipcode in the top right hand box and you can compare your choices.
You have the opportunity to buy electricity from a variety of businesses in the Houston area. For contact information regarding electric bills, rates, payments and start-up/cancellation of service (1-866-797-4839).
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| Natural Gas Services |
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CenterPoint Energy is the contact for both service-related and payment-related natural gas services. All questions concerning gas bills, rates, payments, start/cancellation of service, gas leaks or meter reading should be directed to: 713-659-2111 or 1-800-752-8036
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| Water Districts / MUD Districts |
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Water Services Phone Numbers (grouped by 1st letter of subdivision name)
City of Houston water contact number is 713-371-1400.
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Additional information to help you.
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| Drivers License |
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Licensed drivers moving to Harris County from out-of-state must apply for a Texas license immediately upon moving into the area. All new residents applying for drivers’ licenses will be required to show proof of Texas vehicle registration (if own a car), show proof of liability insurance, turn in out-of-state driver’s license, and take a vision test. Cost is $16. For location of the nearest Department of Public Safety office, call (713) 681-6187. |
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| Vehicle Registration |
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Newcomers to Harris County from out-of-state will need to register their vehicles and receive new license plates from the Department of Motor Vehicles. There are 13 locations in Harris County. To register, residents will need to provide the Department of Motor Vehicles with a Texas inspection certificate, title to the car, and proof of insurance. Call (713) 224-1919 and ask for Auto Registration for additional information and office locations. |
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| Voters Registration |
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Applications for voter registration cards will be mailed to new residents. Call (713) 224-1919 extension 2310 to request an application. Applications can also be picked up at local post offices. Deadline for registering is 30 days prior to an election. |
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| Electricty Delivery |
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CenterPoint Energy is the company that owns and maintains the power lines in the Houston area. Contact them for electric delivery issues such as power outages, downed power lines, street lights, tree-trimming services and meter reading. Email: customerservice@CenterPointEnergy.com or call (713-207-2222 or 1-800-332-7143) | | |
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