Relocating to Halton Region—comprising Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville—is an exciting journey. To ensure a smooth transition, it's crucial to set up essential utilities promptly. This guide provides an overview of the primary utility providers in Halton Region, helping you establish services efficiently and settle into your new home with ease.
⚡ Electricity – Local Distribution Companies (LDCs)
Halton Region is served by several Local Distribution Companies (LDCs), each responsible for delivering electricity to specific municipalities:
Burlington Hydro: Serves the City of Burlington. For questions relating to your electricity bill, contact Burlington Hydro at 905-332-1851. Burlington
Halton Hills Hydro: Covers the Town of Halton Hills. For emergencies and outages, call 519-853-3701. haltonhills.ca+3haltonhillshydro.com+3211 Ontario+3
Milton Hydro: Provides service to the Town of Milton. For billing inquiries, contact Milton Hydro at 905-878-7753.milton.ca+2miltonhydro.com+2
Oakville Hydro: Delivers electricity to the Town of Oakville. For customer service, call 905-825-9400.
Note: While these LDCs handle electricity distribution, residents can choose their electricity retailer from various competitive companies.haltonhillshydro.com
🔥 Natural Gas – Enbridge Gas
Enbridge Gas is the primary provider of natural gas services in Halton Region, supplying energy for heating, hot water, and cooking. They serve all municipalities within Halton Region.
Website: enbridgegas.com
Customer Service: 1-877-362-7434
Emergency Line: 1-866-763-5427 (24/7)
Tip: When moving into a new home, contact Enbridge Gas to set up your account and schedule service activation before your move-in date.
💧 Water & Wastewater Services – Halton Region
Halton Region is responsible for water purification and distribution, as well as wastewater treatment and collection across all municipalities. They monitor drinking water quality to ensure it is safe when it reaches your home, school, or business. Burlington+1
Website: halton.ca/Water
Customer Service: 311 (within Halton) or 905-825-6000
Email: [email protected]
Billing Information: Water and wastewater charges are billed every other month. Readings are obtained from your water meter using a remote touchpad attached to the outside of your house. halton.ca+3halton.ca+3haltonhillshydro.com+3
🗑️ Waste Collection & Recycling – Halton Region
Halton Region provides curbside waste collection services for residential properties, including garbage, recycling, and green bin organics collection. They also offer yard waste collection during specific periods.
Website: halton.ca/Waste
Customer Service: 311 (within Halton) or 905-825-6000
Services Include:
Garbage Collection: Weekly curbside pickup.
Recycling: Bi-weekly collection of recyclable materials.
Green Bin Organics: Weekly collection of organic waste.
Yard Waste: Seasonal collection of yard waste.
Note: For properties with more than eight dwelling units, property owners or managers must arrange for collection by contacting the Region's customer service.
🌐 Internet, TV & Phone Providers
Halton Region residents have access to several internet, television, and phone service providers:
Bell Canada: Offers fiber and DSL internet, as well as TV and phone services.
Rogers Communications: Provides cable internet, TV, and phone services.
Tip: Service availability and internet speeds can vary depending on your exact address. It's advisable to check each provider for the most accurate information.
✅ Tips for New Homeowners in Halton Region
Set Up Utilities Early: Contact all providers at least 1–2 weeks before your move-in date to ensure services are activated on time.
Have Necessary Information Ready: Be prepared with your new address, move-in date, and personal identification when contacting utility companies.miltonhydro.com+4en.wikipedia.org+4en.wikipedia.org+4
Consider Equal Billing Plans: Many providers offer equal billing plans to help with budgeting by spreading costs evenly throughout the year.
Keep Emergency Contacts Handy: Note down emergency contact numbers for electricity, gas, and water services in case of urgent issues.
📞 Final Thoughts
Establishing utility services is a crucial step in settling into your new Halton Region home. By proactively contacting the appropriate providers and setting up services ahead of time, you can ensure a smooth transition and avoid potential disruptions.
If you need assistance navigating the utility setup process or have questions about the Halton Region real estate market, feel free to reach out. I'm here to help you every step of the way.
