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In 2002, most of Texas’s energy market was deregulated, giving many of the state’s residents and businesses the freedom to choose their retail electric provider (REP). With so many options now on the market, it can take some effort to choose an electricity provider that works for you.
Choose Texas Power can help you simplify this process to find electric plans tailored to your needs. Follow these steps to find an electricity provider, choose a plan, and set up electricity service in Texas:
Choosing an electricity provider involves more than just selecting the one with the lowest rate. To make an informed decision, consider the following factors and determine what matters to you:
Switching electricity providers is about much more than the price or brand name. It’s essential to consider the plan type, rate structure, and additional choices that align with your energy needs. To learn more about plan options you can choose, check out our guide to picking a plan.
In addition to knowing the value you want to get from your energy provider, it’s also important to keep an eye out for potential drawbacks when buying electricity. With careful research, you can find an electricity provider that meets your needs and doesn’t give you any bad surprises down the road.
If a plan has any of these limitations, they will be noted on its Electricity Facts Label (EFL). You can review each plan’s EFL in the Choose Texas Power marketplace when you enter your ZIP code.
Deregulation in Texas allows for any company to participate in competition with other providers in the energy market. However, some providers have better track records than others. At Choose Texas Power, we vet and partner with REPs who offer quality features, affordable pricing, and truly reliable service. With the help of our marketplace, you can confidently exercise your power to choose in Texas.
Some names you may find in our list of trusted providers are TXU Energy, Reliant Energy, Gexa Energy, Frontier Utilities, and Direct Energy. For a complete list of the Texas electricity providers we work with, click here.
How soon will my power be turned on?
You can schedule a start date when you sign up for a plan. Some energy companies allow you to schedule your plan activation up to 90 days in advance. Others offer same-day service. If you’re interested in same-day service, give us a call.
What do I do if my power goes out?
Usually, switching electricity providers or plans doesn’t interrupt your power supply. However, if you experience an outage, you’ll need to call your utility company, which you can find here.
What happens when my plan ends?
REPs in Texas are required to give customers at least a 30-day notice before their current electricity plan ends. After that, you can sign up for a different plan with the same provider, switch providers entirely, or reenroll in your current plan.
I don’t like my provider. What do I do?
If you are dissatisfied with your current provider, you can switch to an REP that better fits your needs. However, be sure to check if your current plan includes an ETF before switching electricity providers. If you have further questions, check out our guide to switching energy companies for more information.
Let us put the power in your hands with a new electricity plan.
