Electricity Plans Are Like Shoes
One Size Does Not Fit All Ever tried wearing shoes that don’t fit? Too tight, and you’re in pain all day.Too loose, and you’re slipping around with no support.Either way—you’re miserable, and it’s costing you. Now ask yourself this:Is your electricity plan doing the same thing to your wallet? The Myth of the “Best Plan” Every provider […]
Your Business Deserves Better Rates: Why Are You Still Overpaying for Power?
Here’s a hard truth:If you haven’t evaluated your commercial electricity contract in the past 12 months…you’re almost certainly overpaying. In Texas, power pricing isn’t fixed. The market changes daily. Retail electric providers quietly raise margins. And commercial customers—especially small to mid-sized businesses—are often the last to notice. We see it every day at Amerigy Energy. […]
What’s Really on Your Power Bill?
The Hidden Fees You Never Agreed To (and How to Fight Back) Let me ask you a simple question: When was the last time you actually read your electricity bill?Not just the amount due—but line by line? If you’re like most Texans, you glance at the total, grumble, and pay it. But buried inside that bill […]
Governor Abbott Sets Hurricane Preparedness Expectations With Texas Energy Providers
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott yesterday met with Texas energy providers to discuss preparedness expectations for this year’s hurricane season. The Governor was joined in the meeting by CenterPoint Energy, Inc. President and CEO Jason Wells, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. Executive Vice President of Regulatory Services and Government Affairs Jason Ryan, American Electric Power Texas President and […]
Why Fixed-Rate Plans Are a Smart Choice During Texas Summers
When summer hits Texas, so do soaring temperatures—and with them, skyrocketing energy bills. Air conditioners across the state run full blast, driving up electricity demand and causing market prices to spike. If you’re on a variable-rate plan, you might feel the pinch more than others. The good news? There’s a simple way to avoid these […]
Remembering the Cost: Honoring Memorial Day Through the Lens of Leadership
As we approach Memorial Day this Monday, our thoughts turn solemn—not to the sales, the summer kickoffs, or the backyard BBQs, but to the men and women who laid down their lives for our freedom. Memorial Day is not a holiday we celebrate—it’s a sacred day we observe. It’s a moment for remembrance, for reverence, […]
How a Texas Predominant-Use Utility Study Can Eliminate Sales Tax on Your Plant’s Power Bill
Quick take: If more than half of the electricity or natural gas that flows through a single meter powers exempt manufacturing processes, the entire bill can be sales-tax free. A properly prepared predominant-use utility study is your ticket to the exemption—and to lowering your cost per kilowatt-hour without changing suppliers or rates. Why This Matters Now With ERCOT prices […]
How to Read Your Electricity Bill Like a Pro
For many Texans, opening the electricity bill can feel like reading a foreign language. Between charges, fees, and usage graphs, it’s not always easy to know what you’re really paying for—or whether you’re paying too much. At Amerigy Energy, we believe that informed customers make smarter choices. So here’s a breakdown of how to read your electricity […]
What Is a Power Strip Actually Saving You? Energy Myths Debunked
If you’ve ever plugged your TV or coffee maker into a power strip thinking you’re saving money on your electric bill, you’re not alone. Power strips are everywhere—under desks, behind TVs, in garages—but how much are they really saving you? Let’s break down the facts, the myths, and the smarter ways to save on energy in […]
Is Texas Growth Driving Up Your Electricity Bill? Here’s the Truth
Texas is booming. People are moving in, businesses are expanding, and technology is transforming the landscape. But there’s a growing side effect many Texans are now feeling firsthand: rising electricity costs. So what’s really behind the surge in energy prices? Is it just inflation, or are deeper forces at work? At Amerigy Energy, we believe in […]