Texas Electricity Ratings

[caption id="attachment_3756" align="alignright" width="413"] Loosing your cool while shopping for a short term fixed rate plan to tide you through summer? Don’t sweat it! We’ve found the best short term electricity plans in Dallas with the cheapest rates! [/caption] What Are the Cheapest Short Term Plans in Dallas? With Texas heat driving up energy bills , you might naturally want to switch your Dallas electricity company to one that offers lower rates. Unfortunately, people who move in summer typically get stuck choosing plans with sky-high rates, they often prefer finding a short-term plan that gives them a reliable fixed (albeit a high) rate for short period of time. When the weather cools, they can shop for a much lower rate at a longer term that will cost them much less over time. For these folks, we have a solution — you have the power to choose from one of these awesome short-term electricity plans! Why 3-Month Fixed Rate Plans Aren’t Currently ...

[caption id="attachment_3710" align="alignright" width="375"] Both smart and programmable thermostats can save you money on your Dallas electricity bills but don’t forget the other ways your home can save energy, too! [/caption] What Are Three Ways to Save on Your Dallas Energy Bill? Staying out of the heat in Dallas, Texas, isn’t just a matter of comfort, it’s a matter of safety. But staying cool isn’t always easy with Texas energy rates on the rise . Remaining comfortable this summer doesn’t have to cut into your budget, either, if you follow these three easy ways to lower your energy bills stay low through the entire summer. How Can Your Thermostat Lower Your Energy Bill? One great way to make sure you save money on your energy bill is knowing when to raise your thermostat. Raising your thermostat at night when it’s cooler can help shave off dollars off your energy bill. You can also cut costs by turning up the thermostat when you’re not home...

[caption id="attachment_3987" align="alignright" width="370"] Texas electricity demand is on the rise! In just over one hour, ERCOT shows demand grew by 4,454 MW! [/caption] How big will demand for Texas electricity go? High temperatures are expected throughout the north central region of Texas today. Dallas electricity customers will still see over 100°F with Austin and San Antonio likely to hit their hottest day of the summer thus far. Demand is forecast to get to 74,647 MW today and on hot days like this, ERCOT is figuring that it takes 100 MW to power 100 homes. Fortunately, cooler weather is on the way tomorrow. At 12:21, system wide conditions showed a demand of 65334 MW with reserve of 4,074, some of which was wind power. With the exception of the far west, midday wholesale electricity prices for Dallas , Houston, and the bulk of the state were in the mid $30 range. With reserves very tight today, prices could easily surge past $150 per MW. If yo...

[caption id="attachment_3967" align="alignright" width="375"] Don’t just sit there paying high electricity rates! Use your Power to Choose to shop for better deals that can save you money all year ‘round! [/caption] What Are the Cheapest Fixed-Rate Energy Plans in Dallas? You have the power to choose your electricity provider in Texas. And if you’re looking to switch to a fixed-rate plan with the cheapest energy rates in Dallas , then you have a few options. These three plans provide the lowest energy rates for customers in the ONCOR service area. Which Fixed-Rate Plan Has the Lowest Electricity Rates? What can be better than cheap electricity from a reputable Texas energy company ? Gexa Energy’s Gexa Saver Supreme 24 plan has an average of 8.7 cents per kWh for 1000 kWh of usage. The plan’s energy charge is12.4 cents per kWh but that cost lowers significantly if you use between 1000 – 2000 kWh in one billing cycle because you’ll receive a $7...

[caption id="attachment_3848" align="alignright" width="389"] Both smart and programable thermostats save you money on your Houston electricity but there’s other important energy savings available, too! [/caption] How can I lower my Houston electricity bill this summer? No one likes to pay more than necessary for anything, especially for Houston electricity . When the Texas summer temperatures rise, so do the electricity costs for homes and businesses. Air conditioners run longer to cool indoor spaces; more electricity is lost because of the heat’s effect on electric transmission lines and buildings; and prices on the deregulated energy market increase dramatically. But you can save money on your CenterPoint Houston electricity bill by improving your home’s energy efficiency and reducing your electricity usage. 1. Raise your thermostat setting There are few things more luxurious when you return home on a scorching summer day than to open your front door t...

[caption id="attachment_3984" align="alignright" width="275"] National Weather Service once again says it’s going to be hot in Texas, but this summer your electricity usage could complicate things for your neighbors, too. [/caption] Why is high electric demand such a Texas problem? Summers in Texas are supposed to be hot. But when the temperatures start hanging around 100°F or above for a few days, then the situation starts getting serious. Not just for homeless folks who need to get out of the heat to survive or anyone else who works outside. It also affects anyone using Texas electricity . And we’re not talking about how cray-cray ‘spensive wholesale prices will be. Nope, we’re talking about just how to keep the lights on. Basically, there’s a whole lotta Texans using an a almost finite amount of electricity. And in an energy-rich state, that should sound crazy. Back in April, ERCOT announced in its Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy (SARA) f...

[caption id="attachment_3484" align="alignright" width="375"] Hot Texas weather and high Texas electric demand create perfect conditions for an energy emergency. Learn what can happen and why it’s important to help cut your usage! [/caption] How do I know I’m in a Texas energy emergency? During the hot Texas summer , every air conditioning unit in Texas runs during the afternoon. That much consumption at one time can cause a energy emergency when demand for Texas electricity gets precariously close or even surpasses the energy supply available. When this happens, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) issues warnings to the public and asks electricity customers to ramp down their consumption. You’ll likely hear about a Texas energy emergency through television, radio, or a notification from your retail electricity provider or TDU electric utility. Your retail electricity provider has no control over a Texas energy emergency. ERCOT runs the t...

[caption id="attachment_3665" align="alignright" width="375"] Shopping for the cheapest Houston electricity rate is much easier when you know your usage. Find out who is offering the best rates right now that are beating the Texas summer heat! [/caption] How can I get cheap Houston electricity? Finding cheap electricity during the hot Texas summer is a tall task. As the heat index rises, retail electricity prices follow suit. Now isn’t the optimal time of the year to sign up for a contract, but if you need to power your home, you must shop for electricity. Fortunately, Texas Electricity Ratings has the information you need to make a smart decision when you shop Houston electricity plans . The most important number for you to keep in mind when shopping for electricity is your estimated usage. If you have lived in your home for a while, look at your last year or two of monthly bills. Calculate how many kilowatt hours (kWhs) of electricity you use in an ave...

As we wade into the peak of what looks to be a blisteringly hot Texas summer, Texas Electricity Ratings has once again updated their rankings of best electricity companies in Texas . As always, it is important for customers to be armed with the latest information possible to help them make smart, informed decisions about their electricity plan ahead of what looks to be a sweltering, and therefore expensive, summer in the state of Texas. We"ve continued to tweak our rankings system to take into account the changes in the Texas electricity market over the last 12 months, including areas of evaluation such as technology and consumer expectations, ease of ordering and customer service, communication, and more. As always, these ratings are created with the Texas consumer in mind. So without further ado, lets take a look at the new 5 Star Texas electricity providers according to Texas Electricity Ratings . Reliant Energy (an NRG Company) - For the first time at Texas Electricity Ratings...

[caption id="attachment_3947" align="alignright" width="375"] A short term electricity plan for your new home lets you escape locking in high summer electricity rates!  [/caption] Can I lock in Houston electricity prices for less than a year? It’s not surprising that this year’s hot Texas summer has increased Houston electricity prices . Because many people change residences in the summer, movers often lock in fixed rate electricity prices when rates are typically the highest. When you renew contracts every one, two, or three years, you wind up making your plan choice the same time of year. Rather than locking into a year-long contract, some savvy power customers sign up for a shorter contract term. That way, their next renewal comes at a time when prices are typically lower than they are in the summer. Unfortunately, 6-month contracts are about the shortest you can find right now. With the high electricity prices expected, most Texas retail electricity p...

[caption id="attachment_3434" align="alignright" width="333"] Texas utility scams are on the rise! Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from being conned and robbed! [/caption] How Can You Avoid Utility Bill Scams This Summer? Scammers are on the hunt. Being prepared can help you avoid becoming a victim. One way scammers can steal your account information is through electricity bill scams. Understanding how scammers work is best way to protect yourself. What Are Common Texas Electricity Bill Scams? There are several Texas electricity bill scams . Understanding what they are and how they work will help keep you safe. Switch Electricity Provider Scam — Scammers sometimes contact consumers trying to get them to switch electricity companies in Texas . They request additional personal information that can jeopardize accounts. Remember that in Texas, you have the power to choose . Only use trusted sites when shopping for the cheapest energy rates ...

  [caption id="attachment_3940" align="alignright" width="351"] The Texas PUC called its own Power to Choose website “misleading”. Shop for an honest deal on your Texas electricity rates at TexasElectricityRatings.com [/caption] We at Texas Electricity Ratings have been telling anyone who would listen for a year now that electricity plans customers can shop for on Power To Choose are misleading.  In a recent statement by  the chair of the Texas PUC (Public Utilities Commission) it appears that finally someone in a position to do something about the problem is saying the same thing. From Paul Ring at Energy Choice Matters, the specific quote reads: During today"s open meeting, Texas PUC Chairman DeAnn Walker expressed "concerns" with the posting of tiered rate plans on the Power To Choose website, which have low quoted rates at 1,000 kWh but higher rates outside of certain usage conditions Staff reported that one product which had a quoted 2...