We all want our electricity to be two things: low cost and reliable. Of these two qualities, cost often gets more attention, but the consistency of the power we use on a daily basis might be even more important than its price. Our quality of life and our ability to...
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Power Grids
Life as we know it depends on the power grid. We take for granted the fact that when we flip a switch on, a room brightens or a kettle boils. Among our homes and businesses, where we enjoy the benefits of electricity, are the power plants that generate said...
Moving to Texas: Important Things to Know!
The Lone Star State is becoming a more popular destination for anybody looking to move. Whether it’s Californians or Minnesotans, more people are moving to Texas and for good reasons: a strong job market, low home prices and taxes, and great weather. (And let’s not...
Power to Choose Texas: Find the Best Option for Your Energy Needs
There's a powerful tool that puts all the important information of Texas electricity providers in your hands. And it's called Power to Choose. Today, having reliable access to power is a basic necessity. We rely heavily on our power supply for the simplest things in...
How to Save On Your Electric Bill by Switching Your Energy Company
Want to learn how to save on your electric bill? It’s no surprise that you do. After all, getting your electric bill in the mail can be a real shock these days. Just ask the residents of Texas who had to foot utility bills that skyrocketed to thousands of dollars over...
Power Surge: How They Happen and What to Do About Them
Electricity is one of the most useful (and used) modern inventions in the world. It’s the bedrock on which almost everything runs in your home — and increasingly in other ways, including electric cars. Given the importance of electricity, it’s essential for all of us...
Power Outages 101: What Causes Them and What to Do About It
In our modern world, it’s easy to take certain things for granted. And one of the easiest things to take for granted is the invisible force that powers virtually everything in your home: electricity. Since electricity has become such an integral part of everyday...
Everything You Need To Know About Wind Energy
Wind energy has grown from a small, niche industry to one of the world’s most popular forms of renewable power. But what is wind? And why has it become so useful in recent years? Below is everything you need to know about this natural phenomenon, and how it’s being...
How to Prepare for a Power Outage?
Although rare, power outages do happen. Throwing your house into darkness for anything from mere moments to many hours, they’re disruptive and inconvenient. But without properly being prepared, a run-of-the-mill power outage can quickly become dangerous. Given that...
How Do I Protect My House From a Hurricane?
Hurricanes can be devastating for your personal property and surrounding neighborhood. Follow these steps to protect your home and stay safe during the next Hurricane disaster: 1) Cover Your Windows High wind speeds can cause debris to shatter windows. Shattered glass...