New to Camas? Utility Setup and Service Checklist

Moving to Camas and want utilities ready on day one? A smooth setup saves you time, avoids surprise fees, and helps you feel at home faster. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting, you need to know who provides what, when to start or stop service, and how billing works here. This guide gives you clear steps, local rules, and trusted links to get everything done with confidence. Let’s dive in.

Who handles utilities in Camas

• City services: The City of Camas bills for residential water, sewer, and garbage. You can start, stop, and manage these services through the City’s utility billing program and customer portal. See details on the City’s Utility Billing page: City of Camas Utility Billing.
• Garbage, recycling, yard debris: The City runs curbside garbage collection and includes recycling on your City bill. Recycling is mandatory inside city limits. Yard-debris service is optional and billed by Waste Connections. Review pickup rules and timing on Camas Garbage Services and recycling details on Recycling and Yard Debris.
• Electricity: Most Camas addresses are served by Clark Public Utilities. If your listing or meter shows a different provider, follow that instead. Learn about the county provider here: Clark Public Utilities.
• Natural gas: Availability varies by address. Providers in the region include companies such as NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas. Confirm if your home has gas, propane, or electric-only systems. About NW Natural: NW Natural.
• Internet and TV: Options depend on your exact address. Providers commonly listed for Camas include Xfinity, Frontier, CenturyLink, and Ziply, with satellite options for rural areas. Start with an address check: Camas internet availability overview.
• Mail and delivery: Camas has a local USPS office serving ZIP 98607. You can set up mail forwarding online or at the post office. See the local listing: USPS Camas post office.

Your setup timeline

2 to 3 weeks before move-in

• Confirm which utilities serve the property. Look for electric and gas meters, and check whether the home uses natural gas or propane.
• Call the City of Camas Finance team at 360-834-2462 to start or transfer water, sewer, and garbage service for your closing or move-in date. You can also manage services via the City’s portal: City Utility Billing.
• Contact Clark Public Utilities to start electric service under your name. If there are meter access issues or special work needed, schedule early. See provider info: Clark Public Utilities.
• Check internet availability by address and book your installation. Fiber or new drops can take longer, so secure a date now. Try this overview: Camas internet availability.

1 to 3 weeks before move-in

• If the home uses natural gas, call the gas company listed by the seller or on past bills. If the home uses propane, arrange transfer or a fill with a local supplier. Learn about a regional gas provider: NW Natural.
• Set up USPS mail forwarding and consider a PO box if needed: USPS Camas post office.
• Confirm your garbage and recycling cart sizes and pickup day with the City. Put carts at the curb by 6:30 AM on collection day. See service rules on Camas Garbage Services and Recycling and Yard Debris.

Closing day, move-out, and move-in

• Sellers: request final meter reads for water and sewer with the City at least two business days before closing. Buyers can request electric reads from the provider if needed.
• Renters: the City supports direct renter billing for many single-family homes. Confirm in your lease who pays water, sewer, and garbage.
• Photograph meter readings at handover and keep all start/stop confirmations for your records.

After move-in

• Re-enroll for the City’s new billing portal and set up autopay or paperless statements if desired. Start here: City Utility Billing.

Billing basics you should know

• Monthly billing and due date: The City moved to monthly utility billing in 2025 and set the regular due date to the 21st of the month. See the City’s notice: New monthly due date and software update.
• Payment options: You can pay online, by phone, by mail, at City Hall, or via drop box. The City accepts credit, debit, and eCheck online. Allow time for mailed payments to arrive.
• Deposits and credit checks: Electric and gas providers may require a deposit based on your account history. Ask each provider for current rules.
• What appears on your City bill: Garbage and recycling are on the City utility bill. Yard-debris service is optional and billed by Waste Connections.
• Renter billing: For eligible single-family homes, the City can bill renters directly. Confirm details with the City and your landlord.

Garbage, recycling, and yard debris rules

• Garbage pickup is City-run and may be weekly or every other week depending on your plan. Put carts at the curb by 6:30 AM on collection day and follow any holiday adjustments posted by the City. See rules: Camas Garbage Services.
• Recycling is weekly and mandatory within Camas city limits. Bins are provided at no cost. Yard debris is optional and billed directly by Waste Connections. Learn more: Recycling and Yard Debris.
• Bulky items and hazardous waste are not collected at the curb by the City. Use county transfer stations and follow local drop-off rules: Clark County residential collection services.

Internet and TV setup tips in Camas

• Availability is address-specific. Run checks with two or three providers and ask if a technician visit or new outside drop is required. Start here: Camas internet availability.
• Book installation 7 to 14 days ahead to ensure service on day one.
• If you rely on remote work, consider a temporary mobile hotspot as a backup until your wired service is live.

Mail and delivery

• Set up USPS mail forwarding online before your move. If you want added security or travel often, consider renting a PO box at the local office: USPS Camas post office.

Safety and emergencies

• Gas smell or suspected leak: Leave the building immediately. From outside, call 911, then your gas provider’s emergency line. Keep your provider’s emergency number posted.
• Power outage: Report outages to your electric provider. For most addresses that is Clark Public Utilities: Clark Public Utilities.
• After-hours City utility emergency: Call 360-737-0592.

Quick checklist

• Call City of Camas Finance at 360-834-2462 to start or stop water, sewer, and garbage.
• Request final meter reads at least two business days before closing.
• Start electric service with Clark Public Utilities or the provider listed on the meter.
• Confirm if the home uses natural gas or propane and set up service or tank transfer.
• Run internet availability checks and schedule installation.
• Set up USPS mail forwarding and consider a PO box.
• Confirm garbage and recycling day, choose cart sizes, and place carts by 6:30 AM on pickup day.
• Register for the City’s utility portal and set up autopay or paperless billing.

Ready to settle in smoothly?

If you’re relocating or coordinating a sale and purchase, a clear utility plan keeps your move on track. For local guidance on timelines, service transfers, and a concierge-level closing experience in Camas and across Southwest Washington, connect with Gaston Sanchez at Tesoro Real Estate. We’ll help you move with confidence.

FAQs

Who provides water, sewer, and garbage in Camas?

• The City of Camas provides and bills for residential water, sewer, and garbage; recycling appears on the City bill and yard debris is optional through Waste Connections.

When are City of Camas utility bills due and how do I pay?

• Bills are monthly and typically due on the 21st; you can pay online, by phone, by mail, at City Hall, or via drop box using credit, debit, or eCheck for online payments.

How do I set up electricity at my new Camas address?

• Contact Clark Public Utilities to start service in your name, confirm your start date, and request any needed meter access or connection work.

What are the garbage and recycling rules I should know?

• Put carts at the curb by 6:30 AM on your collection day; recycling is weekly and mandatory inside city limits, while yard-debris service is optional and billed by Waste Connections.

How do I handle natural gas service or propane?

• Ask the seller or property manager which fuel is used; if natural gas is available, call the listed gas provider to start service, and if propane is used, arrange transfer or a fill with a local supplier.

What should sellers do for final utility reads before closing?

• Call the City of Camas Finance team at least two business days before closing to request final water and sewer reads, and document all meter readings at handover.