Orchard Electricity Rates, Plans & Suppliers

Compare Orchard Electricity Rates

We've researched the best providers and plans so you can find a great electricity rate in Orchard

What are Orchard's Average Electricity Rates

Currently, the cheapest Orchard electricity rate is 10.7 ¢/kWh, 39% lower than the average rate of 17.7 ¢/kWh.

Based on recent order data, the best electricity providers in Orchard are 4Change Energy, BKV Energy, and TXU Energy.

40% are choosing plans with a contract length of 24 months, with 12 month contracts being the second most popular choice at 12%.

When do Electricity Rates Change in Orchard Change?

As Orchard moves into winter, you're going to see fixed rate electricity rates drop with the temperature. So if you're looking for cheap Orchard electricity rates, fall to winter is the best time to to compare Texas electricity rates.

How to Switch Electricity Companies in Orchard?

Switching Electricity companies is simple and seamless with no interruption in service.

1. When is it Time To Switch Your Power Company: Check your electricity company contract's end date, if you're within 45 days you may forward switch, or within 14 days you can switch without penalty. Your retail electric provider is required to notify you at least 30 days before a contract expires.
2. Compare electricity rates Orchard:If you can find a cheap new rate is dramatically lower it may be worthwhile to switch early and pay the ETF. Lets say youre on a 17 cent rate and youve found a great 11 cent rate. At 2000kWh per month at 17 cents is $340 and 2000kWh at 11 cents is $220. You could save $120 in the first month - so the $60 ETF is worth taking a hit on.
3. Switch Electricity Company: Once you find a great Orchard electricity rate and want to lock it in, you can schedule a forward switch up to 45 days in advance. Ensure you get proof of switch order and date, (you should get an email) and retain any emails for your records.

Orchard's Top Electricity Companies

TexasElectricityRatings, rates the top electricity companies in Orchard

Rank	Provider		Stars	Award
#1		Champion Energy Services
#2		Payless Power
#3		Constellation
#4		Gexa Energy
#5		4Change Energy

Electricity Plans for Orchard

• Fixed Rate Plans: Offer a fixed rate per kWh (monthly bill may vary based on usage) for the length of the contract, typically 12 to 36 months.
• Green Energy Plans: Source power from renewable sources such as wind, and solar.
• No Deposit Plans: Electric companies in Orchard offering no deposit sometimes called prepaid electricity plans; allow customers to pay for their electricity in advance. With a no deposit electricity plan, customers can avoid credit checks, deposits, and avoid disconnection for non-payment.
• Variable Rate Plans: Usually considered as the opposite of fixed rate plans, with these plans the price per kWh will vary month to month.
• Time of Use Plans: Vary the rate per kWh based on the time of day and/or the season. Customers are often charged a higher rate during the day and a lower rate in the evening. Additionally there
• Solar Buy Back Plans: This allows Orchard homeowners with solar panels earn extra money by selling their surplus electricity to their electricity provider. Often this is in the form of bill credits for electricity that would otherwise go to waste. Electricity companies offering these plans include: Chariot Energy, Rhythm Energy, and Energy Texas.

Orchard Electricity Outage and Utility Information

If you have a power outage, or any issue with your home's electrical delivery, you should contact your local electric utility for assistance

Centerpoint Energy: 713-207-2222

Oncor Energy: 888-313-4747

AEP Central/AEP North: 866-223-8508

TNMP: 888-866-7456

Contact the Texas Public Utilities Commission with any other concerns:

PUC Customer Protection, P.O. Austin, TX 787111-3326.

Call 1-888-782-8477

Email the PUCT at customer@puc.texas.gov

Are You Moving to Orchard?

Texas has a deregulated electricity market. That means Orchard Electricity Companies compete for your business. Just like cellphone, Internet, Insurance and credit card companies that compete for your business. And just like those businesses there are plenty of ways that Texas electricity companies can take advantage of you, so we've made it easy. We've rated, ranked, and recommend Orchard's best electricity companies and electricity plans that will make your move easy.

Getting your power turned on in Orchard is easy. If your home has a smart meter, we can get your power turned on in 4-6 hours. Just enter your zip code to get started.

Compare Local Electric Rates

When shopping for electricity, you will see that rates and plan availability may vary by location. This is due to differences between local utility transmission and delivery fees.

That's why you need to enter your zip code to compare electricity rates in Orchard.

Compare Business Electricity Rates in Orchard?

You have the power to choose your Commercial and Small Business Electricity Rates in Orchard. The Texas Electricity Ratings commercial electricity marketplace is exclusively for business electricity customers looking to start commercial service or compare their existing commercial electricity rates.

Orchard business electricity rates are some of the lowest in the US and are 20-30% less than residential rates. So, if you're starting a business in Orchard or just want to compare commercial electricity rates and shop the market for a better rate, you could save thousands each year by shopping for a lower rate.

Commercial Electricity Rates in Orchard

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

8.24 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

8.32 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.34 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.51 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

10.25 ^¢ kWh

Renewable and Green Energy Options in Orchard

Over 30% of the energy produced in Texas is from renewable energy resources such as solar, and wind. In fact, Texas produces more green energy than any other state. And is one of the reasons that Texas has some of the lowest electricity rates in the US.

Every Texas energy provider has about 20% green energy in their mix of energy sources. You can see this in the Fuel Mix section of any Texas Electricity Plan EFL (Electricity Facts Label).

Most Texas electricity companies have a 100% green / renewable energy plan, where 100% of the energy you buy supports renewable energy generators. Some Orchard electricity companies are exclusively green, where every plan is 100% green and prices and rates support 100% green energy and renewable generation.

The 3 types of renewable energy plans to select from:

Green energy term plans:

These are similar to traditional 3 to 12 month term plans with 100% green energy.

EV Charging Plans:

Plans targeted at EV owners that are "Time of Use" where you pay low rates at night (between 11PM and 5AM) and a higher rate during the day.

Solar Buy Back Plans:

Plans that allow homeowners who own their solar panels to sell excess power back to their provider or offset their electricity bill with excess power generated by their solar panels and may earn bill credits of up to .25 cents per kWh exported back to the grid.

Five Green Electric Plans for Orchard

FAQ: Orchard Rates, Plans and Providers

Is it true that Cirro Energy has a low price in Orchard?

Smart Value 24 is the cheapest rate from Cirro Energy. It is a 24 month plan with a rate of 14.500 cents per kWh.

We recommend you compare electricity rates in Orchard and see if this plan is right for you.

BKV Energy offers these plans in Orchard

The following rates are available from BKV Energy

Verbena 36	14.30 cents per kWh
Verbena 24	14.40 cents per kWh
Verbena 12	14.40 cents per kWh
Verbena Green 36	14.50 cents per kWh
Verbena Green 24	14.60 cents per kWh
Verbena Green 12	14.60 cents per kWh

What Orchard TriEagle Energy electricity plans are available?

The following rates are available from TriEagle Energy

Sure Value 24	12.90 cents per kWh
Sure Value 36	12.90 cents per kWh
Sure Value 12	13.50 cents per kWh
Savvy Value 24	14.70 cents per kWh
Savvy Value 36	14.70 cents per kWh
Simple Savings 24	14.80 cents per kWh
Simple Savings 36	14.80 cents per kWh
Simple Savings 12	15.20 cents per kWh
Savvy Value 12	15.30 cents per kWh
Simple Green 24	15.80 cents per kWh
Simple Green 36	15.80 cents per kWh
Simple Green 12	16.20 cents per kWh

What is a cheap Green Mountain Energy electricity rate in Orchard?

Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred is the cheapest rate from Green Mountain Energy. It is a 24 month plan with a rate of 16.200 cents per kWh.

You can order the Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred plan here on TexasElectricityRatings without hassling with the state-run powertochoose.org website