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8 Experts Reveal How to Keep Your A/C Running Cold this Summer
Ah, summer, when thoughts turn to air conditioning. We have to have it, especially when we are trying to beat the summer heat!
We asked experts for their top tips on keeping your air conditioning running cold and keeping your house cool this summer.
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How to Shop for Electricity in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding the Best Rates
For most Texans, electricity is deregulated. That means you get to choose your electricity provider and plan rather than buying power from the local utility company. The best way to shop for an electricity rate is to shop based on usage and your actual effective rate instead just the advertised price; avoid gimmicky electricity plans with bill credits and confusing math; and shop every time your electricity contract expires for the best rates. You can shop online using PowertoChoose.org, the state-run website, or use a comparison shopping tool like ElectricityPlans.com, with advanced shopping tools that help you compare your real price and estimated bills.
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CT Electricity Choice – Can You Save on Electricity?
The Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel recently called for the end of electricity choice in Connecticut. The OCC says electricity choice doesn’t save money. Retailers say you can save. But what’s the reality?
We’ll give you both sides of the argument. We’ll tell you why Connecticut electricity rates are so high. And we’ll tell you whether you can save on your United Illuminating or Eversource bill when you switch suppliers.
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The Ultimate Guide to Save on Utility & Household Bills
Yes, this is an electricity shopping site. But saving on electricity is only part of it. Most of our customers are looking for other ideas on how to reduce expenses and save money. When you focus on household bills, especially utility bills, you can drastically cut household expenses. That’s why we created this guide.
Unlike most tips lists, The Ultimate Guide to Save on Utility & Household Bills gets into the nitty-griddy of exactly how to do it, including how much money you can save.
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Energy Trends to Watch in 2019 (2019 Update)
Where are energy rates going for 2019? And what are the trends to watch? In this article we examine some of the important factors in energy rates, including the price of natural gas, continued closure of coal-fired plants, the increase in renewable energy generation, and the falling costs of battery storage.
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How to Shop for Electricity in Connecticut
Connecticut electricity rates are on the rise. If you’re wondering how to shop for a Connecticut electric supplier, and looking for CT electricity info, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll teach you how to compare electricity rates so you can get the benefits of CT electricity deregulation.
When you switch your electric supplier in Connecticut, you’ll benefit from the stability of a fixed rate plan over the life of your contract.
How to Shop for an Ohio Electric Supplier
If you’re wondering how to shop for an OH electricity supplier, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll help you learn how to make an apples to apples comparison of OH electricity rates and plans, the switching process, and the benefits of switching.
When you switch your electric supplier, you’ll benefit from savings versus the price to compare and the security of a fixed rate plan with a secure rate. You can even choose from plans that have green energy, free stuff, or that support a charity!
Shopping For Your Best Electricity Deal? Know Your Usage
What’s electricity usage got to do with it?
Being the electricity geeks that we are, we talk way too much with our customers, friends, and family about the price they’re paying for electricity. For whatever reason, people happen to like to swap stories about their electricity provider and rate.
The conversation usually starts with “Hey, guess what? I just got a <insert ridiculously low rate>,” and usually (unfortunately) ends with a gotcha and a comment about teaser rates, fine print, and usage.
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Energy Trends To Watch In 2018
Where are electricity rates headed in 2018? You’ve likely heard rumors about tax cuts reducing your utility bill, but what are the other variables that will make your rates go up or down? Let’s examine the most important energy factors that will contribute to retail electricity price movements over the next 12 months.
UPDATE: Looking for 2019 Energy Trends? See Energy Trends to Watch in 2019.