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Internet and Utilities in Fishtown

Philadelphia splits utilities across three separate providers — PECO for electric, PGW for gas, and the Philadelphia Water Department for water and sewer — plus whichever internet provider serves your block. Set all of them up in your first few days, since some take longer than others to activate.

What to know in Fishtown

  • Electric — PECO. Start or transfer service at peco.com or by phone. You’ll need the address and move-in date.
  • Gas — PGW. Philadelphia Gas Works is separate from PECO. Set up service at pgworks.com. Most Fishtown rowhomes use gas for heat and hot water, so don’t skip this one.
  • Water & sewer — Philadelphia Water Department. Billed by the city, not a private company. Set up or transfer an account through the City of Philadelphia.
  • Internet. The two providers with the strongest presence in Fishtown are Xfinity (Comcast’s cable network) and Verizon Fios (fiber) — both cover most of the neighborhood, though exact availability still varies block by block. Check by address on either site before your move-in date so service is active when you arrive.

Common questions

Do I need to set up electric and gas separately in Philadelphia?

Yes. PECO handles electricity and PGW handles gas, and they bill separately. Most rowhomes in Fishtown use gas heat, so you'll likely need both.

How long does it take to start electric service with PECO?

Same-day or next-day activation is common if the account is already registered to a previous tenant, but plan for a few extra days if the address needs a new account set up from scratch.

Which internet providers serve Fishtown?

The two main options are Xfinity (cable) and Verizon Fios (fiber) — both cover most of the neighborhood. Coverage still varies block by block, so check availability by address on each provider's site before committing to a plan.