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What are the Best Thermostat Settings for Winter?

What are the best thermostat settings for winter? The ideal thermostat setting keeps you warm but also doesn’t light up your electricity bill to get it done. In this article we’ll explore the best temperature settings for winter and provide an example thermostat schedule .

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Keeping in mind both energy efficiency and comfort, the the best thermostat settings for winter are 68°F when you are home, 65-68°F when you sleep and and 55-60°F when you’re away.

Best 12 Month Electricity Plans in Texas

Last Updated October 23, 2026

Most customers in Texas choose a 12-month electricity plan, according to electricity shopping statistics. In fact, in 2025, 61% of our shoppers selected a 1 year term. If that sounds like you, we’ve made it easy with this round up of the best 12-month electricity rates in each area of Texas.

PUCT Ratings: What Do They Mean?

“Five star rating from the Public Utility Commission of Texas,” the billboards scream. This summer we’ve seen three retail electricity providers (REPs) bragging on their 5-star rating with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), just in the Houston area alone. Are 5-star ratings from the PUCT like 5-star reviews on Google? Not exactly.

In this article we break down what PUCT ratings are, and why we think they don’t matter much in your search for the best electricity provider.

Electricity Plans for Texas Senior Citizens

There are discount electricity plans for Texas Senior Citizens. The best option is Champion Energy’s Champ Silver 24, a senior discount plan with no minimum usage fee or base charge. Seniors can get no deposit electricity from any provider in Texas, simply by providing a copy of their ID and their most recent electricity bill showing no past due balance. Bill payment assistance programs are also available for low-income seniors.

🏆Best Electricity Companies in Texas (2026 Update)

Searching for the best electric companies in Texas? Here are our choices for best electricity provider in Texas, by category.

Texas Electricity Rates History

Last Updated October 23, 2026

Texas electricity rates averaged 10¢/kWh in January 2021 and rose to 16.58¢/kWh by December 2025 driven by higher demand, regulatory changes and high delivery costs. Rates began softening in mid-2026 as grid battery and solar capacity expanded across the state. You’ll find the Texas average rate history below for 2021 to present.

New Electric Rates Take Effect June 1 in Ohio; PUCO Encourages Shopping

The Public Utility Commission of Ohio, in a May 19, 2025 series of social media and news posts, is encouraging Ohio residents to seek alternatives for their power supply.

Survey Shows Texans Are Concerned About Higher Electricity Prices, Grid Stability

Last Updated April 8, 2026

An April 2025 survey of Texas consumers reveals they have strong feelings about electricity prices, power outages and the Texas electricity grid.

What are Utilities in a House, Apartment or Business?

Utilities are defined as the essential or optional services you need in your house, apartment, or business to keep it comfortable and functioning properly. In this article we review the 5 essential utilities plus the optional utilities that give us modern conveniences.

Average Electricity Bill, Usage and Price per kWh by State (October 2026)

Last Updated October 23, 2026

Wondering how your electricity bill compares to those living in other states? Find information on your state’s average electricity price, typical monthly usage and electricity bill, as tracked by the Energy Information Administration.

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