Hidden Fees in Texas
Electricity Plans
The advertised rate is never the whole story. Here are the fees and pricing traps that Texas electricity providers bury in the fine print — and how to spot them before you sign up.
The Bottom Line
The Texas deregulated electricity market has over 100 providers and hundreds of plans. Competition is supposed to drive prices down — and it does — but it also incentivizes creative fee structures that make plans look cheaper than they really are.
The Electricity Facts Label (EFL) is your best defense. Every provider is legally required to publish one for each plan. It shows the all-in rate at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 kWh — including most fees. Read it before you sign anything.
Use the plan comparison table to compare EFL rates side by side across every provider in your area.
- Every plan in your area analyzed against your actual usage
- All hidden fees and TDU charges factored in
- Cancellation fees factored into every recommendation
- Contract expiry alerts — never auto-renew at a higher rate
- Ongoing rate monitoring for new savings opportunities
- If we don't find $20+ in annual savings, your audit is on us
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