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Dallas Electricity Plans & Rates
4 Reliant Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
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| Reliant - Secure Advantage 12 | 12 Months | 11.7 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Truly Free Weekends 12 | 12 Months | 14.1 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Truly Free 7 Days 12 | 12 Months | 14.1 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Truly Free Nights 12 | 12 Months | 14.1 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Reliant Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-339-0416.
3 Cirro Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cirro - Smart Value 12 Online | 12 Months | 8.3 ¢/kWh |
| Cirro - Smart Saver 15 | 15 Months | 11.6 ¢/kWh |
| Cirro - Smart Lock 24 Online | 24 Months | 13 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Cirro Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-392-9778.
7 Pulse Power Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Pulse Power - Texas Saver 12 | 12 Months | 5.6 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Saver 36 | 36 Months | 5.9 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Saver 18 | 18 Months | 6 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Fixed 36 | 36 Months | 9.7 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Fixed 12 | 12 Months | 10 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Green 36 | 36 Months | 10 ¢/kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Green 12 | 12 Months | 10.2 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Pulse Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 888-853-4219.
3 Green Mountain Energy Plan & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Preferred | 12 Months | 10.6 ¢/kWh |
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 36 Preferred | 36 Months | 11 ¢/kWh |
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred | 24 Months | 11.1 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Green Mountain Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-339-0421.
2 Payless Power No Deposit Plans and Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Payless Power - SmarTricity Premier 12 | 12 Months | 14.1 ¢/kWh |
| Payless Power - SmarTricity Easy Choice | Month-to-month Months | 15.1 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Payless Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-926-9776.
9 Gexa Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Gexa Saver Deluxe 12 | 12 Months | 5.0 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Supreme 12 | 12 Months | 6.8 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver 12 | 12 Months | 7.2 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Supreme 24 | 24 Months | 7.4 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Freedom 12 | 12 Months | 12.1 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Freedom 36 | 36 Months | 12.1 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Premium 12 | 12 Months | 13.4 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Premium 24 | 24 Months | 13.4 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Superb Saver 12 | 12 Months | 14.5 ¢/kWh |
- These rates are for Oncor service areas.
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Gexa Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 855-639-8212.
3 Discount Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Discount Power - Prime Plus 15 | 15 Months | 11.2 ¢/kWh |
| Discount Power - Wise Buy 24 | 24 Months | 11.3 ¢/kWh |
| Discount Power - Saver 24 | 24 Months | 11.7 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with Discount Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-556-6491.
Call Discount Power (833-556-6491)
6 Lone Star Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Lone Star - Lone Star Fixed 36 | 36 Months | 10.3 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Fixed 24 | 24 Months | 10.4 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 24 | 24 Months | 10.6 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 36 | 36 Months | 10.6 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Fixed 12 | 12 Months | 10.7 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 12 | 12 Months | 10.9 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with Lone Star Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 888-853-4404.
Dallas Commercial Electricity Rates
If you are a Dallas company searching for special discount rates from the top business electricity providers in Texas, fill out our simple form to request a quick custom quote for commercial electricity rates.
Ratings and Reviews of Dallas Electric Companies (also called Energy Providers and Light Companies)
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History: In the mid-1800s, the area that is now Dallas was purchased with the intention of building a trading post, but instead the property was used to build a permanent settlement. By 1871, Dallas had become officially recognized as a city. Modern-day Dallas, along with surrounding cities, are growing at a high rate, gaining more residents in recent years than any other metro area in the nation.
Website for the City of Dallas
Google Map to Dallas City Hall
Local Dallas Businesses that Can Help You Reduce Your Energy Bill
Dallas air conditioner service companies who sell and install energy-efficient A/C units and smart thermostats:
- Cody & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Air (BBB Rated “A+): (214) 225-9116
- Aire Texas (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 833-8005
Dallas attic insulation services that provide quality, high R-Value blown-in insulation to help you cut energy costs:
- Energy Attic (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 548-0088
- American Eagle Builders Supply Inc. (BBB Rated “A+”): (800) 788-3245
Stores in Dallas where you can buy LED light bulbs:
- Home Depot: (214) 750-5927
- Walmart: (214) 953-0460
Stores that sell certified Energy Star Products in Dallas:
Local Dallas window installation companies that sell energy-efficient windows:
- Energy Window Solutions (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 290-1848
- Center Point Renovations (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 934-5696
Local Dallas electricians that repair energy-efficient lighting and/or appliances (such as Google Nest):
- Aire Texas (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 833-8005
- Republic Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. (BBB Rated “A+”): (972) 882-6819
Business Organizations in Dallas
- Dallas Chamber of Commerce:
Address: 500 N Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: (214) 746-6600 - Better Business Bureau of Dallas:
Address: 1601 Elm Street, Suite 1600, Dallas, TX 75201-3093
Phone: (214) 220-2000
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Dealers in Dallas
As the automotive industry evolves, electric vehicles (EVs) will continue growing in popularity. Some of the benefits of EVs include lower fuel costs (electrical) and reduced carbon emissions, and they have lower maintenance costs than conventional cars and trucks. Top manufacturers of EVs include Tesla, BMW, Nissan, Chevrolet, and Ford. The best-selling models from these manufacturers include: Tesla Model 3, BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Bolt, and the Ford Fusion.
Find electric vehicle charging stations in Dallas/Fort Worth here!
To get the best electricity rates in Texas for your home charging, enroll in a plan on Home Energy Club, where many of the top electricity providers in Texas offer their rates for less than those found on their own sites. And energy plans are vetting to help you avoid bill surprises.
Below is a list of local Dallas car dealerships that sell the EVs listed above:
| Mfg. & EV Model | Find Dallas Dealer | Top Reviewed Dealership | Phone Number | Location |
| Tesla: Tesla Model 3 | Locate | Tesla | (469) 232-9270 | 8687 N Central Expy Suite #1027, Dallas, TX 75225 |
| BMW: BMW i3 | Locate | BMW of Dallas | (972) 763-5528 | 6200 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75209 |
| Nissan: Nissan Leaf | Locate | Clay Cooley Nissan of Irving | (972) 737-9627 | 1500 E Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062 |
| Chevrolet: Chevrolet Bolt | Locate | Friendly Chevrolet | (214) 920-1900 | 2754 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207 |
| Ford: Ford Fusion | Locate | Town East Ford | (972) 584-9140 | 18411 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Mesquite, TX 75150 |
How to Lower Your Electricity Bill and Carbon Emissions in Dallas
Reduce your energy rate and cut your CO2: Review profiles of the cheapest electricity providers in Dallas on Home Energy Club and check out discount electricity rates that are often less than those you’ll find on the power company sites for energy plans featuring the same term length. To help lower your personal CO2 emissions, enroll in a 100% renewable energy plan at rates that are lower than those of many traditional fossil-fuel plans. Check out energy plans from TXU Energy and 4Change Energy, which are based in the Dallas area, as well as plans from Ambit Energy.
Cut your electricity usage by taking simple steps that will save you money: You can also reduce your energy bill by following any of these 10 easy steps.
Landmarks, Events, Universities, Sports Teams in Dallas
- Dallas Farmers Market
- Reunion Tower
- The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
- Dallas Museum of Art
- Dallas Zoo
- Deep Ellum Arts Festival
- Riverfront Jazz Festival
- State Fair of Texas
- Dallas Cowboys
- Dallas Stars
- University of North Texas
- Southern Methodist University
- Find events in Dallas
Find in-depth information for other municipalities on our Texas Cities Electricity page.
Who to Call if You Have a Power Outage in Dallas
If you’re experiencing a power outage in Dallas, you’re to call one of the Transmission and Delivery Service Providers (TDSPs or TDUs), not your Retail Electricity Provider (REP) that sells you electricity. The Dallas metro area’s TDSP is Oncor, so call them at 888-313-4747 in case of a Dallas power outage.
Electric Companies in Dallas
Home Energy Company collects reviews and customer satisfaction data on over 40 electricity companies servicing Dallas from a combination of independent review sites, the State of Texas Public Utility Commission Complaints Stats, the Better Business Bureau and other sources. HEC combines third party information with its Home Energy Club/Amazon customer rating survey results to determine a rating for the energy providers listed in the first table below. The ratings can be found on the HEC electric company reviews page and Texas energy providers’ pages. You’ll find reviews, phone numbers and energy rate links for all providers in both tables. You can find “electric companies near me” by entering your zip code on this page.
Rates, Reviews and Numbers for HEC-rated Electric Companies in Dallas
Rates, Reviews and Numbers for Non-HEC Rated Electric Companies in Dallas
Best Texas Electricity Rate Chart
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| PROVIDERS/PLANS | 500 kWh |
1000 kWh |
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| CIRRO PLANS | |||||||||||
| Smart Lock 24 Online | 14.3¢ | 13¢ | 11.8¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $200 | 0% | ||||
| Smart Value 12 Online | 12.4¢ | 8.3¢ | 9.2¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $200 | 0% | ||||
| GEXA PLANS | |||||||||||
| Gexa Saver Premium 24 | 13.7¢ | 13.4¢ | 8.2¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $295.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Supreme 24 | 16.2¢ | 7.4¢ | 11.4¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $295.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Superb Saver 12 | 18.4¢ | 14.5¢ | 7.6¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Freedom 36 | 12.4¢ | 12.1¢ | 11.9¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $295.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Freedom 12 | 12.4¢ | 12.1¢ | 11.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Premium 12 | 13.8¢ | 13.4¢ | 8.3¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver 12 | 17.0¢ | 7.2¢ | 11.8¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Supreme 12 | 15.6¢ | 6.8¢ | 10.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Deluxe 12 | 15.4¢ | 5.0¢ | 9.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| JUST PLANS | |||||||||||
| Just Energy Web Plan - 24 | 10.4¢ | 10.4¢ | 10.4¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $175 | 0% | ||||
| Just Energy Web Plan - 12 | 10.5¢ | 10.5¢ | 10.5¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $175 | 0% | ||||
| PULSE POWER PLANS | |||||||||||
| Texas Saver 36 | 15.7¢ | 5.9¢ | 10.5¢ | 36 Months | BillCredit | $125 | 19% | ||||
| Texas Fixed 36 | 10.2¢ | 9.7¢ | 9.4¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20 | 19% | ||||
| Texas Fixed 12 | 10.5¢ | 10¢ | 9.7¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20 | 19% | ||||
| Texas Saver 12 | 15.4¢ | 5.6¢ | 10.2¢ | 12 Months | BillCredit | $125 | 19% | ||||
| Texas Green 36 | 10.5¢ | 10¢ | 9.7¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20 | 100% | ||||
| Texas Green 12 | 10.7¢ | 10.2¢ | 9.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20 | 100% | ||||
| RELIANT PLANS | |||||||||||
| Truly Free Nights 12 | 14.5¢ | 14.1¢ | 13.9¢ | 12 Months | Indexed | $150 | 0% | ||||
| Truly Free Weekends 12 | 14.5¢ | 14.1¢ | 13.9¢ | 12 Months | Indexed | $150 | 0% | ||||
| Secure Advantage 12 | 14.1¢ | 11.7¢ | 11.5¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | 5% | ||||
| Truly Free 7 Days 12 | 14.5¢ | 14.1¢ | 13.9¢ | 12 Months | Indexed | $150 | 0% | ||||
| TRI-EAGLE PLANS | |||||||||||
| SMART Energy 36 | 11¢ | 10.5¢ | 10.2¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
| SMART Energy 24 | 11.2¢ | 10.7¢ | 10.4¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
| Eagle 24 | 10.6¢ | 10.1¢ | 9.8¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
| Eagle 36 | 10.6¢ | 10.1¢ | 9.8¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
| Eagle 12 | 11.2¢ | 10.7¢ | 10.4¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
| Green Eagle 24 | 10.9¢ | 10.4¢ | 10.1¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 100% | ||||
| Green Eagle 36 | 11¢ | 10.5¢ | 10.2¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 100% | ||||
| Green Eagle 12 | 11.5¢ | 11¢ | 10.7¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 100% | ||||
Dallas Electricity Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas?
HomeEnergyClub.com has identified the top four most trusted electric companies that currently offer the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas. The energy companies claiming the top four spots in Dallas at this time are:
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- Gexa Energy (855-639-8212): Bill credit, 60-day guarantee, and low rates
- Pulse Power (888-853-4219): Bill credit, 90-day guarantee, and low rates
- Cirro Energy (833-392-9778): An affiliate of Reliant Energy, offers low gimmick-free rates
- TriEagle Energy (888-380-4813): An affiliate of TXU Energy, offers low gimmick-free rates
Home Energy Club is home to vetted energy plans using TrustPlan™, and is a one-stop resource where you can compare 40-plus energy companies and find trustworthy reviews and ratings, exclusive discount rates, complaint stats, and information specifically about Dallas electricity. You’ll get instant results on rates in the Dallas metro area by entering your zip code. The special low rates made available to consumers give testament to the site’s bargaining power with electric companies. The service is free, there are never any membership fees, and the site does not sell preferential treatment to providers.
What are best electric companies in Dallas?
HomeEnergyClub.com, using its unbiased process, identifies the current Top 12 Best Electric Companies in Dallas as:
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- Reliant Energy (833-339-0416): first-class service, trusted brand statewide
- Gexa Energy (855-639-8212): rock-bottom rates, 100% green plans, trusted service
- TriEagle Energy (888-380-4813): consistently low rates, no-gimmick plans
- Green Mountain Energy(833-339-0421): pioneer of 100% eco-friendly plans
- Pulse Power (888-853-4219): ultra-low rates, highly responsive to customers
- Cirro Energy (833-392-9778): easy to enroll, straightforward pricing
- Chariot Energy (844-978-6797): no equipment required, affordable solar energy
- Amigo Energy (888-864-0599): proven brand, straightforward rates
- TXU Energy (800-818-6132): top-notch service, most trusted brand in Dallas
- 4Change Energy (855-784-2426): quality TXU affiliate with low rates
- Champion Energy (844-856-9388): popular brand, moderate rates
- Just Energy (866-385-6065): straightforward rates, well-established brand
Honorable mention goes to Payless Power, the best prepaid “no deposit” electric company servicing Dallas. Click here to review Payless plans and rates, or speak with a Payless operator at 833-926-9776.
Check out reviews and ratings from objective sources for residential energy companies. Unbiased reviews and ratings are from objective sources such as the Texas Public Utilities Commission, Better Business Bureau (BBB), and major review sites Google and Yelp. When determining which are the best electric companies in Dallas, Home Energy Club looks for the following qualities:
- Quality of pricing, based on rates relative to the level of service provided
- Clarity of energy plans and trustworthiness
- Complaint resolution and customer service
- Quality of billing practices
For more information on over 40 providers, visit Home Energy Club.
What is a good rate per kWh in Dallas?
On HomeEnergyClub.com, the best per kWh rates available in Dallas plummeted to as low as 5 cents and 6 cents due to a crash in commodity prices, but seasonal variations are normal and commodity costs will rise again. Now is a good time to consider enrolling in an energy plan for 24, 36, or 60 months so that you can lock in the exceptionally low rates. Recovering commodity prices will naturally result in higher power generation costs and increases in residential energy rates. The average cost of residential electricity in Texas has been about 11 cents/kWh in recent years.
Who is the best alternative in Dallas to Power to Choose?
The best alternative to Power to Choose in Dallas is HomeEnergyClub.com because special discount pricing is available due to its substantial bargaining power with energy providers, and just as importantly, the premier comparison site manually vets each plan with its unique TrustPlan™ process that cuts plans with deceptive gimmicks that result in bill surprises. Power to Choose is a government website that doesn’t apply a thorough quality control process or vet plans. Texas state government leaders have been considering shutting the Power to Choose website down due to the high volume of consumer complaints (see articles in the Houston Chronicle and other media outlets).
Where can I compare electricity companies in Dallas?
As a trusted comparison site with high customer ratings (4.9 out of 5 stars on Google) and objective information, HomeEnergyClub.com conveniently compares Dallas electric companies and energy plans side-by-side. To help you avoid bill surprises, each energy plan on the site is vetted using its TrustPlan™ process. The site is user-friendly, has no membership fees and works as follows:
- For Dallas power company rate comparisons, simply enter your zip code
- Special low discount electricity rates that are often lower than those found on the providers’ own sites are among those available to you due to the site’s bargaining strength with energy companies
- Thanks to the TrustPlan™ vetting process, plans with misleading gimmicks have already been weeded out
- Concise, simple-to-follow guides are provided to help make deciding on the best energy plan easy, fast and accurate
- Customers have the confidence of knowing that the site provides objective information. As the site is a true consumer advocate, preferred treatment is never sold to energy providers
- Freely use the site without club membership fees, a service made possible because energy providers pay the site a small fee to be listed, and these fees are built into the special discount rates made available to you
With thousands of verified reviews, ratings, and complaint statistics from such unbiased sources as the BBB, the State of Texas, and leading independent review sites, Home Energy Club makes choosing the best energy plan for your home an easy process.
Who vets Dallas electricity plans to eliminate gimmicks?
Each energy plan in Dallas is vetted manually by the HomeEnergyClub.com staff so that deceptive, tricky electricity plans that result in bill surprises are eliminated. Its TrustPlan™ vetting process was developed using extensive analytics and experience acquired since the company’s 2011 founding. To assist you in choosing the best energy plan for your home, the following are additional features on the site:
- The home page includes a helpful filter that allows you to exclude electricity plans with less predictable billing
- The “Compare Plans” feature on the site makes it easy to compare plans side-by-side with information such as rates, cancellation fees, and other essential data
- Energy companies such as Pulse Power and Gexa Energy offer 60-day and 90-day guarantees on plans, allowing you to switch to one of their other plans in the event the one chosen isn’t a good fit with your home’s energy usage level
- Details such as benefits and warnings are noted in each option’s “Plan Details” section
- Handy guides empowering you to select the best energy plan for your home
Knowing that bill surprises are caused by summer-month spikes and other factors besides deceptive gimmicks in energy plans, Home Energy Club strives to reduce the chances that Dallas residents will experience unwelcome billing shockers.
Where to find objective electric company reviews and ratings in Dallas?
The key to finding objective energy company reviews and ratings is to avoid relying on websites with potential bias, such as sites that sell electricity. The following are objective, independent sources used by Home Energy Club for reviews, complaint statistics, and ratings:
- The Public Utility Commission of Texas
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Home Energy Club/Amazon surveys of Amazon’s customer base
- Yelp Reviews
- Google Reviews
Read Home Energy Club reviews and ratings of Dallas electric companies based on reliable, objective sources.
Why is my Dallas energy bill so high?
You can reduce your chances of receiving high energy bills in Dallas with the vetting process and objective ratings and reviews at Home Energy Club. Tricky gimmick plans have already been eliminated before you do a side-by-side comparison of energy plans on the site. Unexpectedly high electricity bills also happen for other reasons, including:
- Your home’s electricity use is not a match with your energy plan. Many times, terrible bill surprises are the result of, for example, an apartment-dweller choosing a plan intended for large homes that use 2,000 kWh or more when the monthly usage for the apartment is actually more like 500 kWh. Be sure to review the Electricity Facts Label and read our guide to be sure your home’s level of energy usage matches the energy plan you select.
- Your fixed-price plan has expired. If you are on a fixed price energy plan, action needs to be taken before its expiration to avoid an increase in the cost of electricity. Energy providers tend to automatically charge customers with expired plans their highest rates. The secret to avoiding this type of bill surprise is to renew your plan or set up a switch to another one within 10 days before the expiration of your current plan.
- The electric company has increased their rates. When you choose a variable rate plan, your energy rates can be increased by the energy company without warning and at any time. Use caution when considering plans offering “wholesale prices” because such plans have non-fixed variable rates, which commonly leads to staggering bill spikes.
- Other factors that can increase your energy costs include energy inefficiency in the home and three-digit feels-like temperatures in summer.
For more information, visit HomeEnergyClub.com.
Where to find electric vehicle charging stations in Dallas?
Location information for electric vehicle charging stations in Dallas can be found on the Dallas page at HomeEnergyClub.com. Thanks to an evolving automotive industry, electric vehicles (EVs) are more and more common. If you like the idea of reducing your CO2 emissions, you might consider an EV for your next car. The size of your current carbon footprint may surprise you.
Is Reliant Truly Free Nights and Weekends (or days) worth it?
The pattern of electricity usage in your Dallas home determines whether the Reliant plan with free nights and weekends is a good option for you. Note that during the hours when electricity is not free, the cost per kWh is quite high. Electricity-draining activities such as running your clothes dryer should be saved for the free hours. Time of use plan you choose may be an ideal choice, as long as most of your electricity is used during hours when it is free. To learn about energy plans with free hours of energy use, go to HomeEnergyClub.com.
