Texas Electricity Ratings

[caption id="attachment_4449" align="alignright" width="371"] This may sound pretty shady but trees, shrubs, and other plantings can increase your home"s value and reduce your energy bills year "round! [/caption] Landscaping Helps Your Texas Home’s Energy Savings Many folks take a moment each Earth Day to reflect on how they use energy. Some homeowners will try to recycle more, some will switch over to LED light bulbs, and some may even begin composting their kitchen scraps. While these are all great things to do, one of the best ways to improve your Texas home"s energy efficiency and curb appeal is to landscape your home. You can get a lot more energy efficiency with better-planned landscaping instead of a few shrubs and a big, grassy lawn. In winter, wind breaks can reduce heating bills providing annual energy savings of up to 25%. In the summer, landscaping can actually decrease the ambient outside temperature around your home by 9 degr...

[caption id="attachment_4437" align="alignright" width="375"] This maybe THE year to save THE most money when you install solar for your Texas home! [/caption] How do I save on Texas Solar Panels? This year is the best year to go solar in Texas! Let our guest blogger, Sherren Harter from Texas Energy Lab, show you why! If you have ever thought about installing solar panels for your home, this year is the perfect time to do so. Why? Here’s five key reasons why 2019 is the best year to start getting your power from residential solar energy! 1 Lower but Stabilizing Solar Panel Costs The overall cost of solar in Texas has fallen 47% over the past 5 years according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. However, the price of residential solar panel installations in Texas are leveling off, down only 5% in 2018 due in part to higher equipment costs resulting from tariffs. The price of solar power systems may continue to fall modestly in the future. However...

[caption id="attachment_3831" align="alignright" width="354"] Shop and compare the Best electricity plans in Dallas that can help you save money this summer! [/caption] What Is the Best Electricity Plan in Dallas? Choice can be empowering, but it can also be overwhelming when you have too many options. While the power to choose your energy provider in Dallas gives you access to low rates, you need to know how to shop electricity providers so you can find the right plan that meets your family"s needs. Luckily, there a few easy tricks you can use to find the best electricity plan for your Oncor household . What’s the Average Electric Bill in Dallas? Electric rates vary depending on the time of year, the size of the household, and the type of electricity plan you have. So, the best way to get an accurate estimate about how much your electric bill will be in the future is to look over your bills from the past year. Another great tool is to use the Texas...

[caption id="attachment_3880" align="alignright" width="353"] Summer"s coming! Browse our provider reviews and shop now for the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas! [/caption] What Is the Cheapest Electricity Company in Dallas? If you’re looking for the cheapest electricity in Dallas, then you’re in luck. While EROCT predicts another summer of record-setting demands on the energy grid , you can still find low rates now as summer approaches. But before you make the switch to a new energy provider in Dallas , you should know how to find the cheapest rates in Texas. Where Can I Find the Cheapest Electricity in Dallas? On the TER website, you can organize the plans by the price. Just click on the Price column and the page will automatically sort the cheapest electricity rates for Oncor  customers. Make sure you fit the plan to your house size on the right by adjusting the bar. Some plans are better suited to smaller households, others are better for larg...

[caption id="attachment_4429" align="alignright" width="374"] Find out the best spring time chores that help you save money on your Texas electricity! [/caption] Which spring chores will help conserve Texas electricity? Electricity is one of those expenses you probably don’t mind paying, but you never want to pay more than what is necessary. From now until the heat of summer, Texas electricity bills will steadily increase along with the outside temperature. Spring cleaning can be about more than just tidying up. Sure it feels good to have a clean home, but what if a little cleaning today could save you money each month? By completing the chores described below, you can reduce the amount of energy you use. In turn, you spend less money on electricity . A little elbow grease now will keep more money in your pocket month after month. Clean your outdoor air conditioner unit Your air conditioner works hard in the summer to keep your home cool. For most homes, ...

[caption id="attachment_4127" align="alignright" width="413"] Now is the time to grab the best deal on cheap Houston fixed rate electricity! Shop now to find the best rates! [/caption] When is the best time to buy Texas electricity? There’s never a bad time to compare Houston electricity prices . At any point in time, there may be a better electricity plan to suit your energy usage needs. Don’t drive yourself crazy trying to find the best price. Your fixed rate electricity plan may have an early termination fee that sways your decision to stand pat. The best way to ensure you’re not constantly searching for a new rate is to lock in a fixed rate plan when prices are lowest. Now is the best time of the year to shop for electricity plans. Electricity industry folks call April a “shoulder month” because it sits between the times of year when Texas energy rates are the highest. In April, prices typically have fallen off from the cold winter months, but the hig...