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Enter the details from any Texas Electricity Facts Label to estimate the bill at your usage and understand how the plan is priced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about electricity plans, pricing, providers, and TrueRate.
How are monthly bills estimated?+
TrueRate estimates bills using your usage, plan rates, monthly fees, TDU charges, and bill credits where applicable.
Where does the plan data come from?+
Plan information is based on provider details and Electricity Facts Labels when available.
Why can the same plan cost more or less at different usage levels?+
Electricity plans can have usage-based pricing, fixed monthly charges, minimum-usage fees, bill credits, and TDU delivery charges. Those details can change the estimated bill at different usage levels.
What is an Electricity Facts Label (EFL)?+
An Electricity Facts Label is the official disclosure for an electricity plan. It shows the plan's pricing, contract terms, fees, renewable content, and other important details.
What are TDU charges?+
TDU charges are delivery charges from your local transmission and distribution utility. They cover the poles, wires, meters, and delivery of electricity to your home, and are separate from the retail provider's energy charges.
Is TrueRate free to use?+
Yes. You can compare plans without paying to use the site.
Does TrueRate enroll me in the electricity plan?+
No. TrueRate helps you compare plans and understand estimated costs, but you choose whether and how to enroll with the provider.
Why might the cheapest plan not be the best plan for every customer?+
The lowest estimated bill may depend on a specific usage level, bill credits, contract length, fees, or other plan requirements. Review the full plan details and Electricity Facts Label to find the best fit for your household.
Do larger electricity companies provide more reliable electricity than smaller providers?+
Not necessarily. In Texas, your local TDU delivers electricity to your home, maintains the poles and wires, and handles outages regardless of which retail electricity provider you choose. Your retail provider mainly determines your plan pricing, billing, contract terms, and customer service. A lesser-known provider can use the same delivery network as a larger brand, so it is important to compare the actual plan and Electricity Facts Label rather than relying only on the company name.
Should I avoid an electricity provider I have not heard of?+
A familiar brand name does not automatically mean a better electricity rate or more reliable delivery. Providers can differ in customer service, billing practices, plan structures, and contract terms, so compare the estimated bill, fees, usage requirements, contract terms, and official Electricity Facts Label before choosing a plan.
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