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New Tool Makes it Easy to Compare Electricity Plans Side by Side

No one every said it was easy to compare electricity plans. Sometimes it feels like you’re comparing apples and oranges. There are so many hidden fees, lots of details and it’s hard to find the best plan.

That’s why we created ElectricityPlans.com. And now we’re making it even easier with a new tool to compare electricity plans. The Compare Plans tool is part of our mission of electricity shopping made easy!

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Portable Generator for Hurricane Power Outages

The hurricane season is just beginning. And Houston got hit by Category 1 Hurricane Beryl which took out 85% of the electricity customers in that city. Maybe it’s time for a portable generator for hurricane outages.

Here’s a quick look at our shopping process for a portable generator for a 1500 square foot 3 bedroom/2 bath ranch style home in Near Northwest Houston. Hopefully this will help you pick the right generator for your home as well.

Always work with a licensed and insured electrician and plumber when installing your portable generator. Also check local regulations in your area regarding permitting requirements.

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How to Lower Your Business’ Demand Charges

How your Texas business uses electricity this summer will impact your bill for the next year.

If you have a demand meter, your peak demand charges for the next calendar year will be established during the grid’s highest demand days in a 4 month period. That’s known as your 4 coincident peaks, or 4CP.

In this article, we’ll explain what 4CP is and how it impacts your business. Then we’ll give you tips on how to lower your demand charges based on this knowledge.

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My Personal Experience: CenterPoint CoolSaver Free A/C Tune-Up

Taking care of your HVAC system is an important part of prepping your home for Texas’ summer heat. That’s why I signed up for a free CoolSaver A/C Tune-Up from Centerpoint Energy. Not only did I save $120 with this freebie, now I can be confident that my HVAC will keep me cool all season long.

In this article, you’ll find out about my experience with the CoolSaver A/C Tune-Up, what’s included and how you can get your free A/C tune-up in the Houston area.

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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

  • 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.

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How Does Weather Affect Texas Electricity Rates?

Extreme weather in Texas has a significant impact on electricity prices in the state, since heating and cooling drives electricity usage.

Weather can significantly impact Texas electricity rates due to supply and demand. Warm weather drives high electricity usage for cooling homes and businesses. Cold weather extremes cause power usage to soar with demand for heat. And yet electricity supply has its limitations. Your best bet for electricity shopping is to avoid the seasonal extremes.

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