Compare Houston Electricity Rates and Companies

Electricity Plan Types in Houston

Now that we have explained TDSP rates, the second thing to consider is the type of electricity plans a customer can buy. Each plan will likely end up having different rate scales. There are three types of electricity plans you can choose from when selecting an energy plan that best fits your needs.

Fixed Rate Electricity Plan in Houston

Lock in low energy rates for a period of months ranging from 9 to 36. Be aware that these contracts typically charge an early termination fee if you switch before your term ends.

Variable Rate Electricity Plan in Houston

Month to month contracts with rates that vary. You won't have to worry about deposits or early termination fees, but rates can decrease or increase from month to month.

Pre-Paid Electricity Plan in Houston

You deposit money into an account that your energy company bills directly depending on your use. Keep in mind there are often daily charges with these plans. Rates typically change from month to month.

There are other kinds of plans, such as green plans, or plans that come bundled with things like Smart Thermostats, but for the most part, these three plans are the main three kinds of choices available.

How to Switch Electricity Companies in Houston?

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 Houston: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 Houston 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.

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Moving to Houston?

Houston is hot, as in 100+ degrees during the summer with 90% humidity - AC is required. Houston is big (think the size of Connecticut) and includes suburban areas like Katy, Kingwood, Pearland, West U, and Sugarland, and Houston has some of the cheapest electricity rates in the country.

With all that heat and humidity come big electricity bills. So how do you get your lights turned on and get a great electricity rate? It's easy!

Texas has a deregulated electricity market. That means Houston 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 Houston's best electricity companies and electricity plans that will make your move easy.

Getting your power turned on in Houston 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.

Houston Electricity Outage 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

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

Compare Business Electricity Rates in Houston?

You have the power to choose your Commercial and Small Business Electricity Rates in Houston. 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.

Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

8.14 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

8.32 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

8.75 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.00 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.04 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.89 ^¢ kWh

FAQ: Houston Rates, Plans and Providers

TXU Energy offers these plans in Houston

The following rates are available from TXU Energy

Clear Deal 12	15.50 cents per kWh
Clear Deal 24	16.50 cents per kWh
Solar Value 12	16.90 cents per kWh
Flex Forward	17.90 cents per kWh
Simple Rate 12	18.20 cents per kWh
Season Pass 12	18.60 cents per kWh
Free Nights & Solar Days 12 (8 pm)	18.90 cents per kWh
Live Your Free 12	19.30 cents per kWh
Solar Saver 12	21.00 cents per kWh
Saver's Discount 12	21.00 cents per kWh
Saver's Discount 24	22.20 cents per kWh

Is it true that 4Change Energy has a low price in Houston?

Maxx Saver Select 24 is the cheapest rate from 4Change Energy. It is a 24 month plan with a rate of 10.800 cents per kWh.

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

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