With ERCOT managing the flow of electricity and your TDU transmitting power over the lines, itās your REP that takes your money.
- Unless youāre in a co-op like CoServ, which is both your TDU and REP.
Why it matters: Most Texans have a choice when it comes to their REP ā Retail Electric Provider.
- Giving you hundreds of options for electricity plans.
āļøĀ How it works: Power-to-Choose is marketplace website where REPs can post various offers.
- Pay attention to the rate and how it changes based on usage, the monthly fee and the cancellation fee.
- Many providers have special offers for everything from free nights and weekends to giving you free electricity on your most expensive days of the month.
šĀ Another option many people find worthwhile is to pay a service to continually shop for you and put you on the best plan for you.
- EnergyOgre is $10 a month and can save you lots of money by optimizing your plan.
ā Ā For your Smart Homeowner list
- Now is a good time to review your latest electric bill and make sure you understand the plan youāre on and see if youāre paying too much.
- If youāre paying more than 12 cents/kWh, you should be able to find a better deal.
Best,
Travis