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Feb 16, 2026

Joe Robbins

The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up Your Electricity: Steps for setting up electricity in your house or apartment

Setting up electricity can feel like a daunting task, but with the right knowledge and a bit of organization, it can be a breeze. Whether you're moving to a new city or just switching providers, here's everything you need to know about getting your lights on and your devices charged.

The list below should get you all set up but we can also set up your electricity account for you. It doesn't cost anything and take less than 5 mins, click here to get started.

1. Check if you need to set up an electricity account:

Not everyone needs to set up an electricity account. If you live in what's known as a sub-metered or master-metered, building then you don't have to worry about it. So how can you tell if you need to set up an account? If you just bought ah ouse then you probably do, if you're renting then we'd recommend emailing/texting you landlord for instructions

2. Research and Compare:

First things first, you need to find out who your utility provider is. The easiest way to do that is to google search you "city, state" followed by electric utility. Some states are known as deregulated energy states which means if you want you can also choose who produces your energy, but you don't have to pick at the start if you don't want to.

3. Contact Your Chosen Provider:

Once you've decided on a provider, it's time to get in touch. Most companies will let you set up your electricity service online, but you can also call their customer service if you prefer a more personal touch or if their online portal isn't working.

4. Prepare Necessary Documentation:

Typically, you'll need:

  • A valid ID (like a driver's license)

  • Proof of residence (such as a lease agreement)

  • Social Security Number or other identification

5. Set a Start Date:

Once you've decided on a provider, it's time to get in touch. Most companies will let you set up your electricity service online, but you can also call their customer service if you prefer a more personal touch or if their online portal isn't working.

6. Go Digital with Billing:

Once you've decided on a provider, it's time to get in touch. Most companies will let you set up your electricity service online, but you can also call their customer service if you prefer a more personal touch or if their online portal isn't working.

And that's it you're done!

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