You have a choice in selecting your gas and electric providers, although water service is usually predetermined and managed by your local municipality.
The three major providers in Tech Valley are
Central Hudson Gas & Electric,
National Grid and
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG). Additionally, several communities – including Plattsburgh, Lake Placid, Rouses Point, Tupper Lake and Green Island – are served by municipal electric companies offering some of the cheapest electricity rates in the country.
Service is usually set up within a few days and can be initiated online. Utility companies offer several service rates so it is recommended that you research these options before contacting a provider.
If you live in an apartment, some or all utilities may be included in your rent. Refer to your lease or contact your landlord to determine what utilities – if any – you pay.
To arrange water service, contact your city or town hall. Water is generally included in your rent when you lease an apartment or house, so you don’t usually have to make special arrangements to have it turned on.
The electrical supply in the United States is 110/120 volts AC with a frequency of 60 hertz (cycles). Adapters are available to convert foreign electrical devices, but the power supply may be insufficient to run large appliances. Smaller appliances are generally less expensive to replace than to convert.