With Texas electricity rates the lowest they've been in a long time, more customers are switching providers and saving money by doing so. Today in Texas, there are over a hundred different electric companies; while this is good news, it may also seem overwhelming, in some cases, to find the best electricity provider. The website ChooseEnergy.com can help you do this.
Why not switch?
Although it may seem a hassle to switch from one Texas electric provider to another, you can save a significant amount of money -- and take advantage of the competition in today's market -- by doing so. By choosing the lowest cost provider available to you, you'll save on energy costs, putting more money in your pocket.
Estimates show that about 25% more people have switched this year than they did last you. That's good news for consumers, and it's good news for electricity providers who want your business, too.
Prices are lower than they have been in years.
For example, some areas can lock in a low fixed rate that's as little as $.10 per kilowatt-hour if they simply switch electricity providers. Your area's cost may differ somewhat, but you should still be able to get much more reasonable rates than you are currently paying -- and again, you can lock those rates in for at least 12 months. What that means for you is that if you choose a new provider and lock in your low rate now, you're protected from any rate increases for that 12-month period, which will save you even more money.
More than just price to consider
When you go to choose your Texas electricity provider, it's also up to you to do your homework, if you search for electric providers on your own. For example, you have to make sure you take a look at what their customer service satisfaction rate is, what their financial condition is, and what their track record is as well. You may also want to take a look at any perks they offer like bill credits, gift cards, or other amenities for being a customer.
Again, going to ChooseEnergy.com can help you find the right service provider for you, in your area. With this website, you can compare rates and options at a glance; even better, ChooseEnergy.com has already screened out companies and has chosen only providers who provide stellar service with good track records, a stable business environment, and with top-notch customer service recommendations.
The website will also tell you about all the bonuses or special deals each electric company offers, so that you can compare "with a mouse click" and find the right company for you. This makes it easy to choose a new electric service provider, save money, lock in the lowest rates possible, and even get additional perks and benefits for doing so. What are you waiting for?
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Texas Electric Deregulation - What You Need To Know
We conclude our 5 part series on energy deregulation with the state that is leading the way.
The state of Texas has offered consumers the power to choose their electricity provider since 2002. This means that if you're a Texas resident and you're not happy with the service your power company has been offering, you can get different service. You can choose from companies that offer better quality customer service, renewable energy sources, and many other features that your current provider may not have. Let's take a look at the details.
Before Texas electric deregulation was put into effect, only one utility would manage power distribution, transmission and sales in an area. That meant you had no other options. Today, the same company you used to use maintains the distribution and transmission of the electricity, but other companies handle sales and billing. That means that you can work with the business that offers what you want. The reliability and safety of energy distribution are overseen by the Public Utility Commission, to prevent problems in the long run.
About seventy-five percent of the state actually has the ability to choose the Texas power company that they want, instead of having no control over their bill, where their power comes from, or what kind of service they recieve. The rest of the state is unfortunately not subject to competition for a number of reasons. Electricity cooperatives and large cities, including San Antonio and Austin, are not open for competition. You can get in touch with your co-op or city utility to find out more.
Texas electric deregulation is about power choice, and we hope that it's going to lead to some real innovation. After all, Texas is now one of the leading producers of wind power in the United States, and plenty of additional wind farms are in development. That means that you could say goodbye to using power that comes from coal plants that pollute the air and water, or natural gas plants that use a nonrenewable resource. This wouldn't have been possible without deregulation.
Texans are encouraged to shop for good prices and good service, and it's easier than it's ever been. After all, there are plenty of informative websites out there that give you the information you need to decide which energy supplier is right for you. The most advanced site (ChooseEnergy.com) lets you compare power prices in real time without needing to leave the website, and can even place orders. These orders go right to the electric company you decide will be the best choice for your situation.
Once you've made all the comparisons, picked a new Texas electricity provider and had your order accepted by the company, you should expect to receive a terms of service agreement from them, as well as some information listing your rights as one of their customers. There's no need to get in touch with your current provider - that's all going to be handled by the new one. You'll get a notice of your change request in the mail, and the change of service will happen the next time you have your meter read. You'll get bills from the old company until you've paid in full, and once that final bill is paid, you'll start getting ones from the new provider.
That's all it takes to exercise your power to choose in Texas. The reliability of your power will be the same, outages will occur with the same frequency that they always have (hopefully not often) and your local wires company still maintains your delivery. However, you now have a choice in which company sells you your power, the rate you buy it at, and how it's produced. The customer is getting more control over their utilities in the state of Texas. That's a great thing for nearly everyone.
Take the time to find out if you have the option to change your power supplier - you could really benefit. It's not hard to do, and your service can only get better. Companies now have an incentive to offer better pricing, cleaner energy, and better quality service. After all, you could always try your luck with someone else.
The state of Texas has offered consumers the power to choose their electricity provider since 2002. This means that if you're a Texas resident and you're not happy with the service your power company has been offering, you can get different service. You can choose from companies that offer better quality customer service, renewable energy sources, and many other features that your current provider may not have. Let's take a look at the details.
Before Texas electric deregulation was put into effect, only one utility would manage power distribution, transmission and sales in an area. That meant you had no other options. Today, the same company you used to use maintains the distribution and transmission of the electricity, but other companies handle sales and billing. That means that you can work with the business that offers what you want. The reliability and safety of energy distribution are overseen by the Public Utility Commission, to prevent problems in the long run.
About seventy-five percent of the state actually has the ability to choose the Texas power company that they want, instead of having no control over their bill, where their power comes from, or what kind of service they recieve. The rest of the state is unfortunately not subject to competition for a number of reasons. Electricity cooperatives and large cities, including San Antonio and Austin, are not open for competition. You can get in touch with your co-op or city utility to find out more.
Texas electric deregulation is about power choice, and we hope that it's going to lead to some real innovation. After all, Texas is now one of the leading producers of wind power in the United States, and plenty of additional wind farms are in development. That means that you could say goodbye to using power that comes from coal plants that pollute the air and water, or natural gas plants that use a nonrenewable resource. This wouldn't have been possible without deregulation.
Texans are encouraged to shop for good prices and good service, and it's easier than it's ever been. After all, there are plenty of informative websites out there that give you the information you need to decide which energy supplier is right for you. The most advanced site (ChooseEnergy.com) lets you compare power prices in real time without needing to leave the website, and can even place orders. These orders go right to the electric company you decide will be the best choice for your situation.
Once you've made all the comparisons, picked a new Texas electricity provider and had your order accepted by the company, you should expect to receive a terms of service agreement from them, as well as some information listing your rights as one of their customers. There's no need to get in touch with your current provider - that's all going to be handled by the new one. You'll get a notice of your change request in the mail, and the change of service will happen the next time you have your meter read. You'll get bills from the old company until you've paid in full, and once that final bill is paid, you'll start getting ones from the new provider.
That's all it takes to exercise your power to choose in Texas. The reliability of your power will be the same, outages will occur with the same frequency that they always have (hopefully not often) and your local wires company still maintains your delivery. However, you now have a choice in which company sells you your power, the rate you buy it at, and how it's produced. The customer is getting more control over their utilities in the state of Texas. That's a great thing for nearly everyone.
Take the time to find out if you have the option to change your power supplier - you could really benefit. It's not hard to do, and your service can only get better. Companies now have an incentive to offer better pricing, cleaner energy, and better quality service. After all, you could always try your luck with someone else.
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Be Cool Texas! ChooseEnergy.com Helps Texans Beat the Summer Heat
Texas online company Choose Energy (www.ChooseEnergy.com) announces that this summer, Texas can stay cool without breaking their bank as they make their own Texas electric supplier choices in the deregulated market. By making their own choices, residents of Texas can choose Texas power providers who offer them the best rates, meaning that they don't have to go broke as they turn up the air conditioning against the sweltering Texas heat. And Choose Energy helps them make the best possible choice of Texas electricity provider.
Choose Energy was founded in 2005 with the mission of providing an unbiased shopping experience among different Texas electric companies. Texas power consumers can do simple comparison shopping and competing Texas electric companies can bid for their business.
Residential as well as business customers now have a simple way to compare offers made by different Texas electricity companies; furthermore, switching to their preferred provider only takes a few clicks of the mouse. Choose Energy was created by energy professionals, who know better than anyone else how to help consumers save money on electricity while making informed choices based on accurate, up-to-date, comparable information. Choose Energy continues to innovate, as it is their mission to provide Texas power consumers with the most up to date information available to help them wisely exercise their power to choose.
The main idea behind Texas electric company deregulation was to give the customer more competitive prices, more choices, and more control. The competition between Texas power companies is now as fierce as the gunslinging in Wild West frontier towns. Choose Energy offers consumers a unique one-site advantage, meaning that they never have to leave the website to order their choice in Texas electricity service. At the company website, you can: Compare Texas electricity prices; Choose the Texas electric plan that is best for you; Order your electric service online from one site; and Save money on your energy costs.
You would receive a notice from your provider if this were going to happen (and even if there were some erroneous oversight and and you did not receive the notice, you would still have power). The PUC has listed a provider of last resort in case of just such an unfortunate event, and that company would become your provider until you can make a choice in a new provider.
So, Texas electric deregulation is a win-win situation for all involved--and Choose Energy (www.ChooseEnergy.com) helps your household or business win as big as it can.
ABOUT CHOOSE ENERGY - Choose Energy's industry-leading technology and ease-of-use energy shopping experience allows consumers and business owners to better manage their energy spend and lower their energy costs. www.ChooseEnergy.com is committed to being the foremost online source for residential and small business consumers to compare and select competitive energy services by continuing to innovate and further deliver our partners' services through an array of channels. This customer-focused commitment is backed by experienced energy resources, great services from qualified suppliers and powerful technology to enable real-time pricing, and efficient enrollment. Choose Energy is a privately held company based in Carrollton, TX.
Choose Energy was founded in 2005 with the mission of providing an unbiased shopping experience among different Texas electric companies. Texas power consumers can do simple comparison shopping and competing Texas electric companies can bid for their business.
Residential as well as business customers now have a simple way to compare offers made by different Texas electricity companies; furthermore, switching to their preferred provider only takes a few clicks of the mouse. Choose Energy was created by energy professionals, who know better than anyone else how to help consumers save money on electricity while making informed choices based on accurate, up-to-date, comparable information. Choose Energy continues to innovate, as it is their mission to provide Texas power consumers with the most up to date information available to help them wisely exercise their power to choose.
The main idea behind Texas electric company deregulation was to give the customer more competitive prices, more choices, and more control. The competition between Texas power companies is now as fierce as the gunslinging in Wild West frontier towns. Choose Energy offers consumers a unique one-site advantage, meaning that they never have to leave the website to order their choice in Texas electricity service. At the company website, you can: Compare Texas electricity prices; Choose the Texas electric plan that is best for you; Order your electric service online from one site; and Save money on your energy costs.
You would receive a notice from your provider if this were going to happen (and even if there were some erroneous oversight and and you did not receive the notice, you would still have power). The PUC has listed a provider of last resort in case of just such an unfortunate event, and that company would become your provider until you can make a choice in a new provider.
So, Texas electric deregulation is a win-win situation for all involved--and Choose Energy (www.ChooseEnergy.com) helps your household or business win as big as it can.
ABOUT CHOOSE ENERGY - Choose Energy's industry-leading technology and ease-of-use energy shopping experience allows consumers and business owners to better manage their energy spend and lower their energy costs. www.ChooseEnergy.com is committed to being the foremost online source for residential and small business consumers to compare and select competitive energy services by continuing to innovate and further deliver our partners' services through an array of channels. This customer-focused commitment is backed by experienced energy resources, great services from qualified suppliers and powerful technology to enable real-time pricing, and efficient enrollment. Choose Energy is a privately held company based in Carrollton, TX.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Texas Business Electricity: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck
When it comes to paying for electricity to run a business, it's easy to get burned by overpriced utilities. In fact, the cost of Texas electricity has been cited as among the top problems for small business owners as revealed in a recent survey conducted by the National Federation of Independent Businesses. This is why it's important to know what to look for when you are shopping for a Texas electricity provider for your Texas business.
Here are some things to consider when deciding where to purchase Texas business electricity:
- Fixed vs. Variable Rates. A fixed rate, as the name suggests, means that the per-unit cost of electricity will not change for the duration of the contract term. There are a few exceptions to this rule, but for the most part a fixed rate will keep your energy costs consistent, provided your business doesn't vary much in its energy usage. With a variable rate, the price per unit of electricity fluctuates based on market conditions. A variable rate will at times yield lower prices, and at times will be priced higher than a fixed rate.
So, how can you decide whether a fixed or variable electricity rate is right for you? Generally, a fixed rate is the best option if your business will be entering a long term contract. This is because over time, energy prices will rise according to the cost of inflation, cost of oil, or natural gas among other things. However, your per unit electricity cost will not increase for the life of the contract. In practical terms, this means that you will be paying less than market rate for your electricity as the contract progresses. On the other hand, if market rates drop, you may be locked into a long term contract and unable to renegotiate at a lower fixed rate. If you are considering a shorter term contract, a variable rate may be the way to go. While pricing can be somewhat unsteady, you are likely to get lower prices in the short term than you would with a fixed rate electricity contract. Plus, this allows you the flexibility to enter into a long term contract in the event that electric prices take a drop that warrants locking in a fixed rate.
Contract Terms. Many providers of Texas business electricity offer month-to-month plans, mid-term contract terms of up to three years, and in some cases, even longer term contracts of three years or more. It's important to choose the plan that best meets your needs, and to carefully review all facets of any written agreement. In particular, you should be aware that you may have to pay a cancellation fee if for any reason you terminate a contract before the full term is completed.
Environmental Responsibility. Lastly, many Texas businesses choose to purchase Texas energy created from renewable resources like solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, and others. If you are concerned about whether the electricity you purchase is "green" energy, ask your Texas electric provider or review the provider's Electricity Facts Label. By taking each of these factors into account, you'll be in a better position to decide what type of Texas business electricity suits your needs. This will help you save money, understand the terms of your contract, and use resources responsibly.
Here are some things to consider when deciding where to purchase Texas business electricity:
- Fixed vs. Variable Rates. A fixed rate, as the name suggests, means that the per-unit cost of electricity will not change for the duration of the contract term. There are a few exceptions to this rule, but for the most part a fixed rate will keep your energy costs consistent, provided your business doesn't vary much in its energy usage. With a variable rate, the price per unit of electricity fluctuates based on market conditions. A variable rate will at times yield lower prices, and at times will be priced higher than a fixed rate.
So, how can you decide whether a fixed or variable electricity rate is right for you? Generally, a fixed rate is the best option if your business will be entering a long term contract. This is because over time, energy prices will rise according to the cost of inflation, cost of oil, or natural gas among other things. However, your per unit electricity cost will not increase for the life of the contract. In practical terms, this means that you will be paying less than market rate for your electricity as the contract progresses. On the other hand, if market rates drop, you may be locked into a long term contract and unable to renegotiate at a lower fixed rate. If you are considering a shorter term contract, a variable rate may be the way to go. While pricing can be somewhat unsteady, you are likely to get lower prices in the short term than you would with a fixed rate electricity contract. Plus, this allows you the flexibility to enter into a long term contract in the event that electric prices take a drop that warrants locking in a fixed rate.
Contract Terms. Many providers of Texas business electricity offer month-to-month plans, mid-term contract terms of up to three years, and in some cases, even longer term contracts of three years or more. It's important to choose the plan that best meets your needs, and to carefully review all facets of any written agreement. In particular, you should be aware that you may have to pay a cancellation fee if for any reason you terminate a contract before the full term is completed.
Environmental Responsibility. Lastly, many Texas businesses choose to purchase Texas energy created from renewable resources like solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, and others. If you are concerned about whether the electricity you purchase is "green" energy, ask your Texas electric provider or review the provider's Electricity Facts Label. By taking each of these factors into account, you'll be in a better position to decide what type of Texas business electricity suits your needs. This will help you save money, understand the terms of your contract, and use resources responsibly.
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