When’s the Best Time to Switch to a New Energy Provider in Dallas? The US Energy Information Association (EIA) has determined that we’ll end the winter heating season this year with a 12% increase in natural gas inventory, more than the average for the last 5 years. That combined with the current the low petroleum Read More
Which 12-Month Fixed Electricity Plans Are the Cheapest? We’re moving away from winter in Texas. And as summer approaches, the potential for higher electricity rates comes with it. If you’re looking to make sure you have the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas, then you need to start shopping around for a new energy provider. The easiest Read More
Are prepaid free-nights plans a good deal? If you’ve ever been surprised by a high utility bill, you know the anxiety it can cause. Even if you’re a diligent budgeter, an unexpectedly costly utility bill can really throw you off-kilter. This is one of the primary reasons people choose prepaid electricity plans. You can’t be Read More
Coronavirus and Your Utility Bills —UPDATED— 03-18-20 The Coronavirus (or Covid-19) outbreak news over this weekend has left many working Texas families wondering what’s going to happen in the wake of schools and many businesses closing. Folks want to know how they’ll make ends meet if they take sick leave or must stay Read More
Who has St. Patrick’s Day Green Electricity? Even when St. Patrick’s Day falls midweek like it does this year, people still manage to celebrate. Put on your favorite green shirt and head down to your favorite Irish pub for a pint of Guinness. But before you celebrate all things Irish, take a minute to think about Read More
What’s the Best Pub to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day in Dallas? What’s better than finding the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas? Dancing to live music while wearing green with a pint of Guinness in your hand on St. Paddy’s day. For a top-rated Dallas electric atmosphere, visit the best Irish pubs in the city and Read More
How Much Does It Cost to Heat a 50-gallon Water Heater? Water heating accounts for roughly 18% of your annual energy use. That makes it the second-biggest energy expense in your home (heating and cooling is the first). If you’re looking at getting the cheapest electricity rates in Texas, then you need a better understanding Read More
How much electricity does an apartment tenant use? Most people don’t consider their electricity cost when they move into an apartment. But even a small place can produce a shocking Texas electricity bill. Bad insulation, a rickety air conditioner, and flimsy windows can make a cheap apartment quite a bit more costly. So how much Read More
ERCOT Reserve Margin 2020 News ERCOT released its final Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy (SARA) prediction on Thursday, March 5 for Spring 2020 (March – May) and also its preliminary Summer (June – September) assessment. ERCOT anticipates having enough electricity capacity to meet the forecast 64,233 MW spring peak load. However, this summer looks like Read More
How good are the trending electricity rates in Houston? “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness,” author Oscar Wilde said. It’s easy to see why people don’t use the back half of the quote. Nonetheless, the axiom is relevant to everyday life, especially when it comes to shopping for Read More