For as long as there’s been air conditioning, there’s probably been the debate. Air Conditioners or Fans. Which is best? In this article we tell you how air conditioners and fans work to cool your home. And we look at air conditioners vs. fans from two aspects: keeping you cool and keeping your electricity bill low.
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Best Cities for Solar Panels in Texas
Texas is a top state for residential solar panels. According to Google Project Sunroof, 90% of Texas buildings are solar friendly. But what are the top cities for solar panels in Texas? And why are they the best cities to consider rooftop solar? Here’s our summary of the best cities for solar in Texas, based on third party data.
How to Get Help Paying Electric Bill
Times are tough right now with inflation. And with rising electricity costs, it may get hard to pay your electricity bill. You can get help paying your electric bill in Texas. Here’s how.
Why are Texas Electricity Prices So High?
Texas electricity prices are on the rise in 2022. Here’s why Texas electricity prices are so high right now, and some strategies on how to get the best price for your home or business. (Use that link to jump right to our recommendations, or read on for geopolitics and economics 101.)
How to Read Your Commercial Electricity Bill
TDSP Charges can account for 50% or more of your company’s electricity bill. Yet, it’s the section of your electricity bill that you have the least control over.
Have you ever opened your commercial electricity bill to find surprising delivery charges? This typically happens in the demand portion of your commercial bill, but other areas can also be a surprise.
What exactly are these TDSP charges on your electricity bill? And, more importantly, what can you do about them? Here’s how to read your commercial electricity bill.
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Sustainable Home vs. Eco Friendly Home – What’s the Difference?
Sustainable living, green living, eco friendly homes. What do these all mean? And what can you do to make your home environmentally friendly this Earth Day and every day? In this article, we break down the basics, plus give tips on how to make your home more environmentally friendly.
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89 Ways to Save on Your Electric Bill
When it comes to home budgeting, your electricity bill takes a big portion of your paycheck each month. We’ve scoured the internet for you to come up with how to save on your electric bill. And here are 89 of them. These simple tasks can lower your electricity bill while maintaining your home comfort.
Texas Electricity Trends for 2022
Texas electricity rates in 2022 continue to show the greatest value with long terms plans. The other big trend? More green energy electricity plans as Texas moves generation to renewable energy.
(In a hurry? Jump right to our recommendations on the best residential Texas electricity plan for 2022.)
Using an Energy Broker for Commercial Electricity
Many businesses use an energy broker to shop for commercial electricity. An energy broker can show you prices from multiple electricity companies and help you quickly find the best rates. If you’re wondering, “Should my business work with an energy broker?” here’s information that can help you decide.
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Best Thermostat Settings for Vacation
The plans have been made. The bags are packed. You deserve a vacation. But what are the best thermostat settings for vacation to keep your electricity bill low? In other words, when you’re in vacation mode, is there a vacation mode for your house?
Here are the best thermostat settings for winter vacation and summer vacation. Plus we settle that question of whether you should turn your thermostat off when you leave for vacation.