Utility Services
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The electricity, gas, water, phone, internet, recycling, and garbage collection needs of Princeton residents and business owners are served by a number of private companies, listed below.
Many private utilities are regulated by the NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) where you may find assistance for any concerns.
Public Service Electric and Gas is the main provider for all Princeton Residents.
New Jersey American Water (NJAW) provides water for most Princeton residents.
Princeton's sanitary sewer system is managed by the Municipality's Sewer Department.
Comcast and Verizon FIOS are the main internet service providers operating in Princeton.
Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA) oversees the proper disposal of Mercer County's solid waste and manages a curbside recycling program.
The municipality has assembled recycling resources here...
Princeton solicits annual contracts for waste collection. Interstate Waste Services (IWS) will be the provider for Princeton through January 31, 2028.
Private collection may be obtained from Waste Management, Republic Services, and other private vendors in the area.
The Public Works Department has assembled trash disposal resources here...