California Utility Company Contacts
Quick Reference for Electrical Emergencies & Service Issues
If you’re experiencing a power outage, need to report downed lines, or have questions about your electric service, contact your utility provider directly.
Major Electric Utilities in California
1. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
- Customer Service: 1-800-743-5000
- Power Outage Reporting: 1-800-743-5002
- PG&E Outage Map
2. Southern California Edison (SCE)
- Customer Service: 1-800-655-4555
- Report an Outage: 1-800-611-1911
- SCE Outage Map
3. San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
- Customer Service: 1-800-411-7343
- Report a Problem: 1-800-411-7343
- SDG&E Outage Map
4. Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP)
- Customer Service: 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397)
- LADWP Outage Info
5. Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)
- Customer Service: 1-888-742-7683
- Report an Outage: 1-888-456-7683
- SMUD Outage Map
What to Report to Your Utility
- Power outages
- Downed or sparking power lines (Stay away and call 9‑1‑1 if life‑threatening)
- Streetlight outages
- Billing and service questions
For Gas Leaks or Smell of Gas
If you detect a gas leak or smell gas, act immediately:
- Leave the area immediately.
- Call 9‑1‑1 and your gas company’s emergency number.