Moving to Scott: Utility Setup Checklist

Moving day is a lot easier when the lights come on, the water runs, and your internet is ready. If you are moving to Scott in ZIP 72142, service can vary by street because the area spans parts of Lonoke and Pulaski counties. This guide gives you a clear, step-by-step checklist with local contacts, timing, and what to expect so you can connect everything without surprises. Let’s dive in.

Start here: your pre-move plan

• Confirm providers by address. In Scott, electricity, water, and internet can change within a few blocks. Run checks and schedule installs early.
• Prioritize electricity and internet. Book installer visits 2 to 3 weeks ahead when possible, especially for fiber or cable.
• Ask about deposits and required documents. Have your ID, proof of occupancy, and move date ready.
• Save key numbers. Keep outage and emergency contacts on your phone.

Utility setup checklist for Scott

Electricity: Entergy Arkansas

• Start or transfer service with Entergy and set your move date. For outage alerts and contact options, use the Entergy Arkansas contact page. You can reach the outage line at 1-800-968-8243 and customer service at 1-800-368-3749. Visit the Entergy Arkansas contact page for details.
• Ask about deposits. New accounts may require a refundable security deposit, which is set under Arkansas PSC rules. See Entergy’s deposit policy and ask about payment options.
• Enroll in online account tools. Outage text alerts and myEntergy help you manage bills and notifications.

Natural gas: confirm your provider

• Gas service in Scott is not the same everywhere. Use the Arkansas Public Service Commission gas page to identify which company serves your address.
• If gas is off, expect a safety check when turning it back on. Some providers require a licensed technician visit before activation. Have your ID and occupancy documents ready.

Water and sewer: public or private

• Some Scott addresses are served by public systems, including parts of Central Arkansas Water. Check service by address with Central Arkansas Water, your seller or landlord, or your closing paperwork.
• Rural properties may use a private well and onsite septic. The Arkansas Department of Health explains permitting, maintenance, and testing. See ADH onsite wastewater and the Lonoke County Health Unit contact page for records and water testing guidance.

Trash and recycling: check the address

• Service is often handled by private haulers or through local programs. Ask your seller, landlord, or HOA who picks up at your address and how billing works.
• If there is no curbside service, set up an account with a hauler or ask about county transfer station options. Place carts correctly and confirm pickup day before move-in.

Internet, TV, and phone: address-level availability

• Options in 72142 vary by street. Some areas have fiber or cable. Others use fixed wireless, 5G home internet, or satellite. Start with an address search on BroadbandNow for Scott and book appointments early.
• Installation timelines vary. Self-install can be same day, while fiber or cable installs may take 1 to 3 weeks. Pricing depends on technology and plan.

Mail and address changes

• Submit your USPS Change-of-Address and set Hold Mail if needed. For in-person help or a PO Box, the local office is the Scott Post Office at 14918 Alexander Rd.

Outdoor projects: call Arkansas 811 before digging

• Planning a fence, mailbox, or landscaping? Contact Arkansas 811 at least two business days before digging. Utility companies will mark their lines. Private lines beyond the meter are not marked, so dig carefully.

Documents to have ready

• Government-issued photo ID.
• Proof of ownership or lease with move-in date.
• Service and billing addresses, plus a contact phone number.
• Social Security Number may be requested for credit checks, or a deposit may be required.

Moving day checklist

• Confirm utilities are on. Test lights, faucets, and gas appliances.
• Take timestamped photos of electric, gas, and water meters for your records.
• Verify trash pickup day and place containers at the correct location.
• If on well and septic, avoid heavy water use until your water quality test is complete.

First 30 days after move-in

• Create online accounts for each utility and consider autopay or budget billing.
• Save emergency numbers. For power outages, call Entergy at 1-800-968-8243. For suspected gas leaks, call 911 and your gas company.
• Planning more outdoor work? Submit a new 811 ticket if your prior markings expire.

Quick local contacts

• Power start, stop, outages: Entergy Arkansas contact page — outage line 1-800-968-8243; customer service 1-800-368-3749.
• Deposit policy: Entergy deposits.
• Call before you dig: Arkansas 811.
• Internet availability check: BroadbandNow for Scott.
• Water service information: Central Arkansas Water.
• Natural gas provider lookup: Arkansas PSC gas utilities.
• Private well and septic guidance: ADH onsite wastewater and Lonoke County Health Unit.
• Local mail: Scott Post Office, 14918 Alexander Rd.

A smooth move to Scott starts with verifying each service by address and booking early. If you want help coordinating a move or choosing a property that fits your plans for utilities and rural features, reach out to Dunivan Real Estate. We are here to guide you from planning to closing and beyond.

FAQs

Who should I call first for utilities in Scott, AR?

• Start with electricity through Entergy Arkansas and check internet availability by address using BroadbandNow for Scott, then set up water, gas, and trash.

How far in advance should I schedule installations in Scott?

• Electricity can often start same or next business day if service is active, while fiber or cable internet can require 1 to 3 weeks; book as early as possible.

What if my Scott property has a well and septic system?

• Request recent well testing and septic records, and review ADH onsite wastewater guidance; the Lonoke County Health Unit can help with records and testing.

How do I find my natural gas company for a Scott address?

• Use the Arkansas PSC gas utilities page to identify the certificated provider for your specific address.

Do I need to call 811 before building a fence or mailbox in Scott?

• Yes. Contact Arkansas 811 at least two business days before digging so utilities can mark underground lines.

Where is the local post office in Scott, AR 72142?

• The Scott Post Office at 14918 Alexander Rd handles forwarding, PO Boxes, and in-person services.