Texas Electricity Ratings

[caption id="attachment_4003" align="alignright" width="337"] Hunting for a new apartment in Houston but worried about how much electricity it might use for air conditioning? Let us show you how to figure it all out and save some money, too. [/caption] What's The Average Electric Bill To Cool My Apartment? Hunting for a new apartment in Houston, TX? One thing you want to know is how much it costs to run an air conditioner. It seems a straight forward question, right? There's plenty of exhaustive DOE reports on the average Houston home's electricity usage . But why is there dang-near-nada   reliable information on how much  air conditioning an apartment in Houston costs? The key problem is that the Department of Energy and the Energy Information Agency only collect information on "residential" over-all usage by combining data from both houses and apartments. So, it takes time and persistence just to tease out useful apartment over-all ...

[caption id="attachment_5491" align="alignright" width="266"] Competition is fierce. And our five top-rated suppliers go above and beyond to be one the best Texas electricity providers. [/caption] Who Is The Best Electricity Supplier In Texas? Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloomy pandemic stays the need for electricity in Texas . It's for that very reason that Texas Electricity Ratings has released their annual rankings for the best retail electricity providers  in the state of Texas. Ranking Texas Retail Electricity Providers Energy providers have been competing harder than before, especially with electricity prices being lower than this time last year. Consequently, this year's choices were tough. Texas Electricity Ratings compares and rates providers based on five main criteria: Plans and Products — How good are their electricity plans and prices? Do they offer green, earth-friendly deals? What about their tiered rates? Complaint Re...

[caption id="attachment_5484" align="alignright" width="300"] Public Utility Commission of Texas is extending the COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program. Read how it may help your family while making your bills affordable. [/caption] Public Utility Commission Continues Shut Off Protections The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) announced that it was extending the Covid-19 Electricity Relief Program (ERP) until August 31, 2020. The PUCT originally set the program to end on July 17 as the anticipated number of cases eased. Unfortunately,  the recent increase in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations throughout Texas has forced Governor Abbot to renew restrictions on businesses. As a result, laid-off and furloughed workers will have hard time paying their Texas electric bills on time.   Texas Electric Customers Not Ready PUC Chairman DeAnn T. Walker explained that Texas was not in shape to let ERP expire on July 17. The PUCT expects to work with TDUs and REP...

[caption id="attachment_5421" align="alignright" width="331"] A dirty air filter not only increases your Texas electricity bill but can also damage your HVAC system and affect your family’s health. Which is the right kind for what you need in your home? We’ll filter it out for you. [/caption] Energy Savings From Changing An Air Filter? You've just received your Texas light company bill and for the third straight month, it's running higher than normal. So, you're probably wondering if you've been doing different this month. Ask yourself when was the last time you changed the air filter in your home's heating, ventilation air-conditioning (HVAC) system? For some folks, this sounds crazy. After all, how can a dirty air filter run up your Texas electric bill ? The next time your home's HVAC system is running, put your hand in front of an air vent. If you can't feel very much air coming out, then that's probably the problem. Lu...

[caption id="attachment_5399" align="alignright" width="337"] NOAA predicts an active hurricane season. Since Texas electricity customers has suffered a number of direct hurricane hits in recent years, now is the time to help your family get ready. [/caption] NOAA Predicts Intense Hurricane Season As we already covered in early May, four forecasters are warning of a high energy hurricane season this summer that could affect Texas electricity customers. Their forecasts predict 14 to 18 tropical storms in the Atlantic. Of these, 7 to 9 will become hurricanes with 3 growing to become major category 3 to 5 storms. With most of the predicted activity is likely to occur during the peak months of August-October, there is the potential for sudden Texas electricity rate spikes. In many ways, NOAA's 2020 Hurricane Outlook goes one further. NOAA calls for a 60% chance of an above-normal season. According to their criteria, an above-normal hurricane season can...

[caption id="attachment_3801" align="alignright" width="375"] You really can save money on your Houston air conditioner electricity when it"s 100 outside! Check out our hot tips! [/caption] How cool should my house be if it’s 100 outside? During much of the year, your air conditioning system is the biggest power user in your Texas home. When the temperatures rise to more than 100 degrees outside, it is tempting to keep your house the same temperature as your refrigerator. But resist that temptation! Doing that would cost you hundreds of dollars on your electricity bill and would likely send your outdoor unit to an early grave in the nearest landfill. So what temperature should you set your thermostat? The Department of Energy EnergySaver program recommends setting your thermostat no lower than 78 degrees in the summer. More generally, set your thermostat as warm as you can stand it. If you turn off your cooling system during a vacation, don’t reset t...

[caption id="attachment_4010" align="alignright" width="376"] Air conditioner use in Dallas this summer could cost you more! Learn some the ways you can reduce your AC use and save on your monthly electric bills! [/caption] 100 Degrees Outside, 80 Inside Air conditioner use in Dallas this summer could be expensive. Cooling your home accounts for roughly 13 percent of your annual energy bill .  With another scorching summer on its way, residents naturally want ways to keep their Dallas energy bills low . And reducing your AC use during the summer is a great way to save on your monthly energy bills. Here are a few tips that will help you reduce your Air conditioner use in Dallas while staying comfortable in your home. What’s the Best Temperature for Air Conditioning? Limiting comfortable temperatures during certain times of the day (evenings, nights, and early mornings) when you are home is a quick start to reducing AC use. How high you should set your therm...