How to Get the Best Rates from Energy Suppliers
Choosing your own energy suppliers should be easy. Here’s what to do.
For years, homeowners have just had to accept whatever energy their utility company chose for them. But times are changing! Now, if you live in a deregulated state, you can choose where your energy is coming from. You can control the impact of your energy usage on the environment and how much you’re paying for it.
Homeowners, renters, and businesses are now choosing their own renewable energy suppliers. Benefits include fixed rates and price security, environmental benefits, and financial savings. Are you ready to change the way you buy energy? Here’s a handy guide to help you get started.
1. Select the type of renewable energy you want to purchase.
Thanks to recent advances in the industry, you can purchase clean and renewable energy at affordable prices. The energy industry has evolved so much that, in many cases, you may actually be able to save money by making the green choice!
You can do something great for your wallet and the planet by choosing one of the following types of renewable energy:
- Wind Energy—Capturing the power of wind through wind turbines
- Solar Power—Collecting heat and energy from the sun through solar panels
- Biomass Energy—Burning organic matter to create usable energy
- Hydropower—Converting the energy from moving water into electricity
2. Compare prices offered by energy suppliers in your area.
So you’ve decided to purchase renewable energy. Now, you can start comparing energy suppliers and the different pricing structures they offer. Before you begin looking at rates, we recommend grabbing your existing energy bill so you can compare more accurately.
3. Select which type of energy and pricing structure work best for you.
After choosing a type of energy, a price point, and a plan term, your power company can help you make the transition. You can choose to do this over the phone, in person, or online—depending on what you prefer. Your energy supplier and power company may offer plan terms lasting for a couple of months or a few years. These are designed to help you benefit from the consistency and predictability of your plan.
4. Let your power company take care of the rest!
Once you’ve made your decisions, your power company (Star Energy Partners, for example) will take care of communicating the change to your current provider. By doing so, your service will remain uninterrupted. And you’ll still receive the same bill each cycle just like you’ve been used to—so nothing has to change. You’ll be able to enjoy a smooth transition and know that you’ve made the brighter choice to power your home through renewable energy.
Compare energy suppliers in your area!
Our goal is to make choosing renewable energy the easiest choice you’ll ever make. We are constantly monitoring energy rates in our service areas to help you make an informed, easy decision. With just a few clicks or a short phone call, you can get a quote to compare the different energy suppliers in your area!
