Spring cleaning is a great opportunity to refresh your home while also improving its energy efficiency. Add these 10 energy-saving tips to your spring cleaning list.
Free AC Tune Up from Your Local Utility Company
Your local utility company wants to help you cut your electricity bill this summer. And it’s something you can take advantage of to get your air conditioning maintenance for free. Here are some of the utility-sponsored free or discounted A/C tune up programs in your area.
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How to Switch Electricity Providers
Want to switch electricity companies in Texas? If you live in Texas, it’s easy to change your electricity provider. Most Texas residents have the ability to choose their electricity provider, thanks to deregulation. (Check this list of deregulated vs. regulated city in Texas to see if you can switch electricity suppliers.) This quick read gives you the basics of switching electricity providers.
How Much Electricity Does a Coffee Maker Use?
How much electricity a coffee maker uses varies based on the type and size. Drip coffee makers typically use between 550 and 1200 watts. Single-serve pod coffee makers (like Keurig or Nespresso) use 900 to 1500 watts of power. An automatic espresso machine uses up to 1500 watts.
Make yourself a cuppa and settle in to read more about how much power your cup of joe takes.
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What’s Driving Electricity Demand in Texas?
Summer electricity peak demand in Texas is expected to grow nearly 80% in the next 10 years, from 85,464 MW in 2023 to a projected 153,230 MW in 2033. And no, electric vehicles aren’t the cause.
According to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the entity responsible for managing the Texas grid, the three factors driving electricity demand in Texas are: artificial intelligence, hydrogen electrolysis and cryptocurrency mining.
CenterPoint Energy Outage Map: When Will Power Be Restored in Houston?
When the lights are out in the Houston area, the most important question is, when will power be back on?
In this article, you’ll find the link for CenterPoint Energy’s outage map and information on how to use it, plus all the contact information you need to report a power outage in the area.
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Is My Texas City or Town Deregulated?
Some of the largest cities in Texas are deregulated for electricity, including Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi. Here’s a complete list of cities and town in Texas that are deregulated. Over 26 million people in Texas, more than 85% of the state’s population, have the power to choose their electricity provider thanks to electricity deregulation.
What Electric Company Services my Address?
When you are moving, setting up utilities can be a hassle. Especially if it’s not clear what electric company serves your address. Here’s how to find your local electric company by address in Texas.
Key Takeaways
When looking for what electric company services your Texas address, here are two key takeaways:
- Over 85% of Texas is deregulated, meaning you must shop for an electricity provider.
- You can find your local electric company (utility) in Texas by using the ElectricityPlans ESID Lookup Tool (Electricity Service Identifier), updated daily. That will tell you whether you are deregulated (electricity choice) or not.
Cheapest Electricity Rates in Pennsylvania (July 2026)
Looking for the lowest electricity rates in Pennsylvania? It’s no wonder. Standard offer rates from the state’s utility companies change frequently. A fixed rate plan gives you price certainty. Here is our recommendation on the cheapest electric suppliers in PA, and the best deals on electricity rates for this month.
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How to Compare Electricity Rates in Pennsylvania
Need the basics on how to shop for electric rates in PA? You’re in the right place. In this article, you’ll learn the 101 on deregulation, how to compare PA electric rates and how to select an electricity supplier.
Steps to compare electricity rates in PA are simple. Enter your zip code on a rate comparison shopping site, compare electricity plans and select your provider. You’ll still get a single bill from the electric utility, but it will list your new provider and fixed rate instead of the utility price to comapare.
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