Utilities

🔌 Electricity

Horry Electric Cooperative

  • Website: www.horryelectric.com

  • Phone: (843) 369-2211

    Covers most of Conway and surrounding areas. You can start or transfer service online — be ready to provide your new address, move-in date, and possibly a deposit.

Santee Cooper

  • Website: www.santeecooper.com

  • Phone: (800) 804-7424

    Serves parts of Horry and Georgetown counties. Check your address to confirm your provider.

💧 Water & Sewer

Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority (GSWSA)

  • Website: www.gswsa.com

  • Phone: (843) 443-8202

    Some apartment complexes include water and sewer in the rent, so check your lease first.

City of Conway

City of Myrtle Beach

🌐 Telephone, Internet & Cable

Common providers in the Conway area include:

💡 Tip: Compare plans early — installation appointments may take several days to schedule before the semester starts.

🔥 Natural Gas (if applicable)

Dominion Energy South Carolina

  • Website: www.dominionenergysc.com
  • Phone: (800) 251-7234

Not all rentals use natural gas, but if your unit has gas heating, a gas stove, or a water heater, you’ll need to set up an account.

🗑️ Trash & Recycling

Many apartment complexes handle trash and recycling directly.

If you live in a single-family rental within Conway city limits:

🏡 Tips Before You Move In

  • Ask what’s included: Confirm which utilities are covered by your landlord.
  • Start early: Some accounts require deposits or proof of residency before activation.
  • Record meter readings: Take photos when you move in and out.
  • Share accounts wisely: If you have roommates, decide whose name each utility will be under and how bills will be divided.

Need step-by-step help? Check out this article for a full guide to setting up your utilities.