Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Texas: Step-by-Step Guide
Compare plans on the PUCT's Power to Choose, read the Electricity Facts Label, check your fees, and switch. Your delivery utility and meter stay the same.
Switching Providers guides
How to switch electricity providers in deregulated states, fixed vs variable plans and red flags to avoid.
Switching Providers
Switching ProvidersDeregulated Electricity States: Where You Can Choose Your Electricity Provider
Retail choice lets you buy electricity supply from a competitive supplier while your utility still delivers it. Here are the states where homes can choose.
Switching ProvidersFixed-Rate vs Variable-Rate Electricity Plans: Which Should You Choose?
Fixed plans lock your supply price per kWh for a term; variable plans can change monthly. Here is how each works, state rules, and how to choose.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Connecticut: Rate Board, Rights and Checklist
Connecticut lets you choose an electric supplier through the EnergizeCT Rate Board, with bans on residential variable rates and cancellation fees.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Delaware: Who Can Switch and How
Delmarva Power customers in Delaware can buy supply from a certified supplier. Here's who can switch, the PSC rules that protect you and a checklist.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Washington, DC: A Step-by-Step Guide
DC residents can buy electricity supply from licensed suppliers while Pepco keeps delivering it. Here is how to compare offers on DC Power Connect and switch safely.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Illinois: Plug In Illinois Guide
Compare alternative retail electric suppliers on the ICC's Plug In Illinois site, check your utility's price to compare, and know your 10-day rescission right.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Maine: Standard Offer vs. Competitive Providers
Maine lets you leave the Standard Offer for a Competitive Electricity Provider. Here's how switching works, your PUC rights and what the Public Advocate found.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Maryland (2026 Rules Explained)
Maryland residents can still pick a retail electricity supplier, but state law caps prices against Standard Offer Service. Here's what the rules mean for you.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in Massachusetts: Basic Service vs. Competitive Supply
Massachusetts lets you leave Basic Service for a competitive supplier. Here's how Energy Switch MA works, your cancellation rights and the risks to weigh.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in New Hampshire: Steps, Rights and Red Flags
New Hampshire lets you buy supply from a registered competitive supplier. Here's how switching works, your cancellation rights and a checklist.
Switching ProvidersHow to Switch Electricity Providers in New Jersey: Rules, Rights and a Checklist
New Jersey lets you choose a Third Party Supplier while your utility keeps delivering power. Here's how switching works, your BPU rights and a checklist.
Switching guides by state
Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Delaware, District of Columbia
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose my electricity provider?
Only in states with retail electric choice, such as Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Delaware, District of Columbia. Elsewhere your local utility supplies your power.
Will switching suppliers change who delivers my power?
No. In states with retail choice your local utility still delivers electricity, reads your meter and restores power after outages; only the supply part of the bill changes.
What is the difference between fixed and variable rate plans?
A fixed-rate plan keeps the same price per kWh for the contract term. A variable-rate plan can change from month to month, up or down.