Understanding Your Texas Electricity Bill
Texas has the largest deregulated electricity market in the United States — over 100 retail providers, 800+ plans, and pricing structures that can be hard to decode. These guides cut through the complexity so you can shop with confidence.
Bundled vs Unbundled Rates
Many providers advertise energy-only rates that exclude TDU delivery charges. Learn how to spot the difference and calculate your true cost.
Read guideFixed vs Variable Rates
Fixed rates lock in your price for the contract term. Variable rates fluctuate monthly. Here's when each makes sense.
Read guideHow to Read Your Bill
Your Texas electricity bill has three main charges. Understanding each one explains why the advertised rate is rarely what you actually pay.
Read guideWhat is a TDSP?
Your TDSP owns the wires to your home and determines which electricity plans are available to you. Here's everything you need to know.
Read guideReady to compare plans?
Enter your ZIP code to see every available plan in your service area — rates, terms, and fees side by side.