Milwaukee Small Business Utilities: Get Your Business Powered Up

Before you can officially open your doors, launch your website, or welcome your first customer, you’ll need to make sure the lights are on, the phones are working, and the water’s running. Setting up your utilities is one of the most essential (and often overlooked) steps when launching or relocating a business.

From electricity and natural gas to water, internet, and phone service, getting connected early ensures your operations start smoothly—with no unexpected delays. The list below includes utility providers that serve Milwaukee and the surrounding area. Whether you’re opening a storefront, leasing an office, or setting up a home-based business, these are the companies you’ll likely need to contact.

Be sure to check with your landlord or building manager to confirm which services you’re responsible for setting up and whether any utilities are already in place.

Use the links below to get started and keep your business running without a hitch.

Alliant Energy

https://www.alliantenergy.com/

We Energies

https://www.we-energies.com/

Energy Assistance

https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/DHHS/Housing/Energy-Assistance

Milwaukee Assistance Programs

https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/milwaukee_county_assistance_pr.html

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewage District

https://www.mmsd.com/

Spectrum

https://www.spectrum.com/

Verizon

https://www.verizon.com/business/

AT&T

https://www.att.com/

Milwaukee Water Works

https://city.milwaukee.gov/water

TDS Business Phone System

https://tdsbusiness.com/

Garbage & Recycling Information

https://city.milwaukee.gov/sanitation/GarbageRecyclingSchedules

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