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City Inspections & Permits for Texas Business Electricity

City inspections and permits may stand in the way of getting new electricity turned on for your business.

It’s pretty common. The business owner shows up on the day they expected to have lights. And there’s no electricity. And it’s all due to a required inspection that no one told them about.

If you are putting the lights in your business name, you’re scheduling a “move-in” and that typically triggers an inspection. Contact your city or county inspection office to find out if a inspection is required. The inspection certificate must be filed with your local utility before you can get the lights turned on with the retail electricity provider you selected.

Average Electricity Bill in Texas

Last Updated April 10, 2024

The average monthly bill in Texas is around $170, or $2,040 per year. That’s based on data from the Energy Information Administration assuming an average rate of 14.63 cents per kWh and typical 2,000 square foot Texas home that uses 1,176 kWh a month.

Your bill will vary based on where you live, the size of your home and how conservative you are with your air conditioning. But the cost of the average electricity bill in Texas is 11% less than the national average.

Below we review what goes into the average electricity bill in Texas, plus average bills in each major area.

How to Get Same Day Electricity in Texas

Do you need same day electricity service? Whether you’re moving in to a new home or to get power on today, when you have lights out no service, you need electricity fast.

Texas residents can get same-day electricity turn-on from any provider in Texas, as long as they sign up online or via phone by a certain time. The cut-off time varies by provider, but it’s usually between 2pm and 6:30pm, Monday through Saturday. There is no same-day power available on Sundays or major holidays.

You’ll find a list of the cut-off time for same day electricity below.

Month to Month Electricity That’s Not Prepaid

Looking for a month-to-month cheap Texas electricity plan? You’ve found it!

Month-to-month electricity plans, also known as variable-rate plans, are subject to frequent rate changes but have no contract. This can be a convenient option for consumers that don’t want to commit or that need a short term solution for energy.

TIP: If you are moving soon, you don’t have to go month to month. You can get a fixed rate electricity plan instead. If you move before your contract expires, then your early termination fee is waived, as long a you provide a forwarding address as proof of your move.

How to Shop for Business Electricity in Pennsylvania

If you’re wondering how to shop for commercial electricity supply in Pennsylvania you’re in the right place. We’ll help you learn how to make the PA power switch, how to compare PA business electricity rates and plans and the benefits of switching.

How to Shop for Electricity Supply for Your Illinois Business

If you’re wondering how to shop for business electricity supply in Illinois, you’re in the right place. We’ll help you learn how to plug in to Illinois electricity choice, how to compare IL business electricity rates and plans and the benefits of switching.

Sales Tax Exemption in Texas – Cut Your Business Electricity Cost

Your Texas business may qualify for a sales tax exemption on your electricity bill. Any business that uses electricity in their production activities could qualify.

You’ll need an engineering study, called a Predominant Use Study, to prove what percent of your electricity usage goes into production. And you’ll need to file a Form 01-339 Exemption Certificate with the state in order to get the Utility Sales Tax Exemption.

But it’s worth it to save anywhere from 6-8% or more on your business electricity bill. Here’s what you need to know about the Texas Sales Tax Exemption and how to your business can qualify.

Ohio COVID-19 Electricity Bill Payment Assistance

Last Updated April 14, 2020

Electricity bill payment assistance is a hot topic due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and business shut-down. Many consumers and small business owners in Ohio are concerned about paying their basic bills.

This list of FAQs covers some of the basics on Ohio electricity disconnection, payment plans and bill payment assistance.

Connecticut COVID-19 Electricity Bill Payment Assistance

Last Updated April 13, 2020

The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) of Connecticut has issued a disconnection moratorium for all electricity service, as March 13, 2020. Here’s what that means for your electricity bill payment.

Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program – Bill Payment Assistance

Last Updated January 10, 2024

Texas consumers have a new financial backstop to avoid electricity disconnection during the COVID-19 coronavirus quarantine.

If you need help paying bills, the Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program can help. This program is designed to help those who can’t pay bills due to unemployment or economic hardship caused by COVID-19.

The Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program officially ended on August 31, 2020. The information below provides the history on this program and recommendations for electricity service.

If you have trouble paying your electricity bill, contact your electricity company to work out a payment plan.

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