Why Do We Have Smart Meters in Texas? Smart meters are already at work in nearly all Texas homes. But why are they important and do you have to have one in your home? Smart meters can help customers maximize their energy savings and improve ERCOT’s grid reliability. And with Texas energy rates are on Read More
What Are the Best No-Contract Rates in Dallas, Texas? If you like the freedom to switch between energy providers without committing to a long contract, then you may want to consider a month-to-month energy plan. With a month-to-month electricity plan in ONCOR Dallas, you may pay higher rates, but you won’t have to worry about Read More
Why are my electricity costs different than other towns? When companies compete for customers, prices are bound to vary. This happens all the time in the deregulated Texas electricity market. Across vast swaths of Texas, electricity companies compete for the privilege to power homes and businesses. In the deregulated areas of Texas, retail electricity providers Read More
How can I get Houston electricity without a contract? Many people in deregulated parts of Texas that pay Houston CenterPoint rates will sign up with a retail electricity provider under a contracted plan. These plans typically include an early termination fee often in excess of $100 and at times more than $200. While contracts are Read More
Does ERCOT Have Enough Electricity for Today? ERCOT is heading into a show down between Texas electricity demand and Texas heat. With Friday temperature highs throughout the state expected between the upper 90s and 100s, ERCOT forecasts that it will face a peak demand of 68,374 megawatts (MW) on Friday, June 22 at roughly 4 Read More
Are Houston Electricity Rates Going Up? In the first half of 2018, the average electricity rate for new customers climbed almost 20%. Amazingly, electricity prices jumped 10% from early May to early June. With above-average temperatures forecast and ERCOT’s reserve margin on the thin side, this summer’s retails electricity rates are expected to be some Read More
How Much Do Electricity Prices Change Year To Year? With energy rates always fluctuating, it’s good to compare plans from previous years to provide perspective and help choose the best plan for the future. Last year, Champions’ Champ 12 made the list for the best 12-month electricity plan in Dallas. Now, one year later, we’ll Read More
What Are Best Electricity Plans For Summer In Dallas? With what could potentially be one of the hottest summers on record approaching, the time to shop for the cheapest rates in Dallas, Texas is now. You have a lot of great options to choose from when comparing Dallas electric rates. But how do you choose Read More
Summertime is always a very busy season in the world of Texas electricity, and 2018 is no exception. In fact, 2018 as already been an extremely active shopping season, and it will only get busier as the days and weeks continue to tick by into the crucible of the summer heat. We’ve been doing this Read More
How have Houston electricity rates changed this year? It seems like the prices always go up. Whether it’s gasoline, groceries, or utilities, it feel like every company wants more money for its products. Looking at Houston electricity rates over the last year, it’s clear the cost to power your home has increased. Last July, Texas Read More