Xcel Energy
Large parts of Denver and the metro areaStart, stop, or transfer online; requests can usually be scheduled before moving.
Official setup page ↗Denver metro home setup
Who handles power, gas, water, and trash at your new address?
There is no single provider list for every Denver-area home. Service depends on the exact address, municipality, special district, and HOA—so verify the property before opening accounts.
The fastest way to verify
Check four sources before opening an account.
- Recent seller billsThe clearest evidence of the current utility companies.
- Title and closing documentsCheck how water, sewer, and special-district charges transfer.
- HOA or community managerAsk whether trash, recycling, water, or common-area service is included in dues.
- Provider address lookupUse the full street address and unit number—not only the city or ZIP Code.
Common metro utility providers
Your utility territory determines the provider.
These are common starting points, not a promise that a company serves a particular home. Electric and gas service may come from different providers.
CORE Electric Cooperative
Parts of the south and west metro and Front RangeStart or transfer service online or call Member Services at 800-332-9540.
Official setup page ↗United Power
Parts of the north and northeast metroUse My Account for start, stop, or transfer requests; Member Services: 303-637-1300.
Official setup page ↗Denver Water
Denver and portions of surrounding communitiesFor residential start, stop, final bill, or transfer help, call 303-893-2444.
Official setup page ↗Trash, recycling, and compost
First determine whether the city, HOA, or a private hauler serves the home.
Denver single-family homes
Denver Solid Waste provides weekly trash and compost and every-other-week recycling. Residential trash charges are based on cart size; recycling and compost are included. Use Denver Utilities Online for account and collection details.
Denver Solid Waste ↗Condos, townhomes, and HOA communities
Many communities contract service collectively. Avoid opening a duplicate account—confirm what dues include, bin location, allowed carts, and bulk-item rules.
Suburban or private collection
A municipality may designate a hauler or allow homeowners to choose. Common companies include Waste Management, Republic Services, Waste Connections, and GFL. Compare address eligibility, rates, recycling frequency, cart fees, and cancellation terms.
What to have ready
Handle setup 3–7 days before closing.
- Full service address and unit number
- Account-holder name, phone, email, and identity-verification information
- Requested start date—usually the closing date
- Prior account or meter number, when available
- Autopay, paperless billing, and outage or leak alerts
- Save confirmation numbers and the expected first-bill date
Final reminder
Water, sewer, and trash can also be billed through a metropolitan district, municipality, or HOA. If the address is outside the providers above, rely on closing records, seller bills, and the HOA welcome package.