Texas Businesses Are Overpaying 20–40% on Electricity — Are You?
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How Texas Businesses Get Stuck Overpaying
Most commercial electricity contracts auto-renew at 20–40% above market rate if you don't act 90–120 days before expiration. Here's exactly how it happens:
Contract Expires
Your REP sends a renewal notice 30–60 days out. It gets buried in email or sent to the wrong person.
Auto-Rollover Activates
Without action, your account rolls into a month-to-month plan at the REP's default rate—often 20–40% above what you were paying.
Months of Overpayment
Most businesses don't notice for 3–6 months. On a $5,000/month bill, that's $3,000–12,000 in unnecessary costs.
Quick Summary: What We Do
Power My Business is a PUCT-licensed Texas commercial electricity broker (BR240245) that helps businesses compare retail electric provider (REP) rates, avoid auto-renewal rollover pricing, and request competitive quotes. We are not a utility company, REP, or solar installer—we analyze and compare retail electricity supply contracts within the Texas deregulated market (ERCOT).
Key Insight: Most Texas businesses overpay because they ignore contract expiration dates and automatically roll into month-to-month variable rates at 20–40% above market. We track renewal windows, compare REP offers, and help you avoid rollover pricing—at no direct cost to your business.
Understanding Texas Commercial Electricity
ERCOT
Electric Reliability Council of Texas operates the wholesale electricity market for 90% of Texas. ERCOT does not sell electricity directly to businesses—it manages the grid and coordinates supply/demand between generators and REPs.
REP
Retail Electric Providers are licensed companies that compete to sell electricity to Texas businesses. Your REP sets your supply rate and handles billing. You choose your REP; switching at contract expiration is seamless with no power interruption.
TDU
Transmission & Distribution Utilities (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, TNMP) own the physical wires delivering power to your business. Your TDU never changes. TDU charges are regulated; only your REP supply rate is competitive.
How We Help Texas Businesses
Analyze
We audit your current electricity contract, usage patterns, demand charges, and TDU territory to identify cost-saving opportunities and renewal risk.
Compare
We compare rates from licensed Texas REPs through our provider relationships and market monitoring, evaluating fixed, variable, and indexed rate structures to find competitive options for your business profile.
Negotiate
We leverage our volume and REP relationships to negotiate rates, contract terms, and demand charge structures below published offers.
Optimize
We track your contract expiration, monitor ERCOT market conditions, and proactively manage renewals to prevent rollover pricing and ensure ongoing savings.
How Do I Request a Renewal Risk Audit?
Upload your most recent electricity bill (PDF or image), provide your business name and service address, and we'll deliver a side-by-side REP rate comparison, renewal risk assessment, and demand charge analysis within 24-48 hours (typical turnaround for standard commercial accounts)—at no cost to your business.
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Quick Answer
Power My Business is a PUCT-licensed Texas commercial electricity broker (BR240245) that helps businesses compare Retail Electric Provider (REP) rates, identify renewal risk, and avoid auto-renewal rollover pricing in the ERCOT deregulated market. We are not a REP or utility — we analyze and compare retail electricity supply contracts at no direct cost to your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
ERCOT operates a wholesale electricity market where generators sell power to Retail Electric Providers (REPs), who then package and sell it to businesses. Wholesale prices fluctuate based on real-time supply and demand, weather, natural gas costs, and grid congestion. REPs add their markup and offer fixed, variable, or indexed retail rates to commercial customers.
Yes, most Texas commercial electricity contracts automatically roll into month-to-month plans at significantly higher rates (often 20-40% above market) if you don't actively renew or switch providers before your contract expires. This rollover pricing is how many businesses unknowingly overpay for years.
If you ignore your contract expiration, your REP automatically rolls you into a month-to-month plan at a rate typically 20-40% higher than competitive market rates. For a business using 50,000 kWh/month, this can mean $500-$1,500+ in unnecessary monthly costs until you take action to switch or renegotiate.
Yes. Texas businesses that avoid auto-renewal rollover pricing and compare competitive REP offers often identify substantial cost reduction opportunities—without installing solar panels, batteries, or any on-site equipment. Rate shopping and contract negotiation are the fastest, lowest-cost strategies.
Your Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU)—Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, or TNMP—owns and maintains the physical wires, poles, and infrastructure that delivers electricity to your business. Your TDU never changes, regardless of which Retail Electric Provider (REP) you choose. REPs compete to sell you electricity; TDUs deliver it.
Texas commercial electricity brokers are typically paid by REPs through a commission or referral fee when a contract is executed. This fee is built into the REP's pricing structure and does not increase the customer's rate. Businesses receive broker services—rate shopping, contract negotiation, renewal tracking—at no direct cost.
Texas Cities We Serve
Dallas
Oncor TDU territory. High commercial density, competitive REP market.
Houston
CenterPoint TDU territory. Largest ERCOT metro, aggressive REP pricing.
Austin
Oncor TDU territory. Tech hub with high electricity demand.
San Antonio
CPS Energy territory (partially deregulated). Growing commercial market.
Fort Worth
Oncor TDU territory. Industrial and logistics hub.
Corpus Christi
AEP TDU territory. Coastal industrial and petrochemical market.
Lubbock
TNMP TDU territory. Agriculture and education-driven economy.
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Quick Summary: Texas Commercial Electricity Intelligence
- PUCT-licensed broker (BR240245) helping Texas businesses identify competitive electricity rates by comparing retail supply options across licensed ERCOT providers
- Auto-renewal trap prevention: Most Texas commercial contracts roll into month-to-month plans at 20-40% higher rates if you don't renew 90-120 days before expiration
- No upfront cost: REPs pay broker commissions—businesses receive rate shopping, contract negotiation, and renewal tracking at no direct cost
- Serving all deregulated Texas markets: Dallas (Oncor), Houston (CenterPoint), Austin, San Antonio (limited deregulated accounts only), Fort Worth, and 90% of Texas businesses in ERCOT territory
Texas Electricity Market: Key Terms Explained
ERCOT
Electric Reliability Council of Texas manages the Texas electricity grid and operates the wholesale market where generators sell power to Retail Electric Providers (REPs). ERCOT coordinates supply and demand across 90% of Texas but does not sell electricity directly to businesses. Understanding ERCOT's nodal pricing and real-time market dynamics is critical for timing contract renewals and avoiding rate spikes.
REP (Retail Electric Provider)
Retail Electric Providers are licensed companies that compete to sell electricity to Texas businesses. REPs buy power from the ERCOT wholesale market and package it into fixed, variable, or indexed rate plans. Your REP is your choice—you can switch providers at contract expiration to secure better rates. REPs set your energy supply rate; your TDU delivers the power.
TDU (Transmission & Distribution Utility)
Transmission and Distribution Utilities (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, TNMP) own and maintain the physical wires, poles, and infrastructure that deliver electricity to your business. Your TDU is determined by your location and never changes, regardless of which REP you choose. TDU charges (delivery fees) are regulated and appear as a separate line item on your bill.
Auto-Renewal Rollover Pricing
Auto-renewal rollover pricing occurs when your fixed-rate contract expires and your REP automatically rolls you into a month-to-month plan at rates typically 20-40% higher than competitive market rates. This is the #1 reason Texas businesses overpay for electricity. Tracking expiration dates and shopping rates 90-120 days early is essential to avoid rollover traps.
Demand Charges
Demand charges are fees based on your business's peak electricity usage (measured in kW) during a billing period, not total consumption (kWh). High-demand businesses (manufacturing, data centers, restaurants) can pay $500-$5,000+ monthly in demand charges. Understanding your load profile and negotiating demand charge structures with REPs is critical for controlling costs.
Why Texas Businesses Avoid Auto-Renewal Traps
Real Texas businesses. Real ERCOT contract audits. Real savings from avoiding rollover risk.
Dallas Manufacturing Solutions
"Power My Business caught our auto-renewal 45 days before it kicked in. We were about to roll into a variable rate that would have cost us $48,000 more annually. Their ERCOT audit saved our bottom line."
Lone Star Restaurant Group
"We operate 12 locations across Texas. PMB audited all our contracts and found we were paying demand charges we didn't need to. Switched to a better structure and saved $22,000 in the first year alone."
Houston Logistics Partners
"Our warehouse electricity costs were unpredictable every month. PMB explained ERCOT pricing in plain English, audited our usage patterns, and locked us into a rate that eliminated volatility. No more surprise bills."
Fort Worth Retail Center
"We didn't even know our contract was expiring until PMB reached out. They compared 15 REPs for us and found a rate 18% lower than what we would have auto-renewed into. Professional, transparent, and saved us real money."
San Antonio Medical Plaza
"As a medical facility, we can't afford power interruptions or budget surprises. PMB's renewal risk audit gave us clarity on our ERCOT exposure and helped us lock in a stable rate with the right REP. Highly recommend."
Plano Tech Campus
"Our data center runs 24/7 with massive electricity demand. PMB analyzed our load profile, negotiated with multiple REPs, and secured a custom rate structure that reduced our kWh cost by 12%. They understand ERCOT better than anyone."
Testimonial Disclosure: Testimonials represent individual client experiences. Business names and savings amounts are based on actual client results but have been anonymized for privacy. Actual savings vary by business size, usage profile, contract terms, market conditions, and territory (TDU). Results are not guaranteed and past performance does not guarantee future outcomes.
PUCT Broker Registration #BR240245 • We are not ERCOT, not a utility company, and not a retail electric provider (REP). We analyze and compare retail electricity supply contracts within the Texas deregulated market.
PUC Broker Registration #BR240245
Licensed Texas Commercial Electricity Broker
Serving ERCOT Businesses Statewide
Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio (limited deregulated accounts), Fort Worth & Beyond
We are not ERCOT, not a utility, and not a REP. We analyze and compare retail electricity contracts in Texas's deregulated market.
How Does ERCOT Pricing Work for Texas Businesses?
Problem: Most Texas businesses don't understand how ERCOT's wholesale market drives their retail electricity costs—leaving them vulnerable to rate spikes, rollover pricing, and REP manipulation.
Agitate: When wholesale ERCOT prices surge during summer peaks or winter storms, REPs pass those costs to businesses on variable or indexed rates. Worse, when your fixed-rate contract expires, REPs auto-renew you at 20-40% higher rates—banking on your inaction. Thousands of Texas businesses overpay for years without realizing their "competitive" rate is anything but.
Solve: ERCOT manages the Texas grid and wholesale market where generators sell power to Retail Electric Providers (REPs). REPs compete to sell electricity to your business at retail rates. Your Transmission Utility (TDU) delivers the power but doesn't set your rate—that's determined by the REP you choose. Understanding ERCOT's nodal pricing, demand charges, and contract structures lets you lock in rates during market lows and avoid rollover traps.
ERCOT's Role
ERCOT manages the Texas electricity grid and operates the wholesale market where generators sell power to REPs. ERCOT does not sell electricity to end customers—it coordinates supply and demand across 90% of Texas.
REPs vs TDUs
Retail Electric Providers (REPs) compete to sell you electricity. Transmission Utilities (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, TNMP) deliver it. Your TDU never changes; your REP is your choice. This separation creates the competitive market that drives savings.
Rollover Pricing Trap
The trap: Your contract expires, you assume your rate continues, and your REP silently rolls you into a month-to-month plan at 20-40% above market. The cost: A 50,000 kWh/month business overpays $500-$1,500 monthly until someone notices. The solution: Track expiration dates, shop rates 90-120 days early, and lock in competitive contracts before rollover.
What Are the Different Types of Commercial Electricity Rates in Texas?
Texas businesses can choose from three main electricity rate structures: **Fixed Rate** (locked price for 12-36 months, best for budget certainty), **Variable Rate** (fluctuates monthly with wholesale prices, high risk but no contract term), and **Indexed Rate** (tied to published index like ERCOT North Hub, medium risk for sophisticated energy managers).
Understanding these contract types helps you choose the right electricity rate structure for your Texas business.
| Rate Type | How It Works | Best For | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Rate | Locked-in price per kWh for 12-36 months. Rate never changes regardless of market conditions. | Businesses prioritizing budget certainty and protection from price spikes | Low |
| Variable Rate | Rate fluctuates monthly based on wholesale market prices. No contract term or early termination fees. | Short-term needs, businesses comfortable with price volatility, or waiting for better fixed rates | High |
| Indexed Rate | Rate tied to a published index (e.g., ERCOT North Hub) plus a fixed adder. Updates monthly or daily. | Sophisticated businesses with energy management teams who can hedge or shift usage | Medium |
REP vs TDU: Understanding Texas Electricity Roles
REP (Retail Electric Provider)
- You choose your REP - Switch anytime at contract end
- Sets your energy rate - Competitive pricing (7-12¢/kWh)
- Handles billing - Sends monthly invoices
- Multiple licensed REPs in Texas - Compare competitive rates
TDU (Transmission & Distribution Utility)
- Determined by location - Cannot be changed
- Owns the wires - Maintains poles, transformers, meters
- Regulated delivery fees - Fixed by PUCT (3-5¢/kWh)
- Examples: Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, TNMP
Last updated: February 17, 2026
How Do We Help Texas Businesses Save on Electricity?
We use a proven 4-step process: **Analyze** your current contract and usage patterns, **Compare** rates across licensed Texas REPs, **Connect** you with competitive offers that match your business needs, and **Optimize** ongoing renewals to prevent rollover pricing. Businesses that avoid auto-renewal rollover pricing often reduce electricity costs significantly.
Our proven 4-step process combines market intelligence, REP relationships, and contract expertise to help you identify competitive electricity supply options and avoid rollover pricing traps.
Analyze
We audit your current electricity contract, usage patterns, demand charges, and TDU territory to identify cost-saving opportunities and renewal risk.
Compare
We compare rates from licensed Texas REPs through our provider relationships and market monitoring, evaluating fixed, variable, and indexed rate structures to find competitive options for your business profile.
Negotiate
We leverage our volume and REP relationships to negotiate rates, contract terms, and demand charge structures below published offers.
Optimize
We track your contract expiration, monitor ERCOT market conditions, and proactively manage renewals to prevent rollover pricing and ensure ongoing savings.
Calculate Your Rollover Risk
See how much you could overpay if your contract auto-renews at rollover rates
MODERATE ROLLOVER RISK
✓ Good timing to begin rate comparison and contract negotiation.
Estimated Rollover Overpayment
Monthly Overpayment
$1,750
vs. competitive market rate
Annual Overpayment
$21,000
if you stay on rollover rate
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Contract Renewal Countdown
Enter your contract expiration date to see your renewal risk level and recommended action timeline.
Optimal Shopping Window: 90-120 days before expiration gives you maximum negotiating leverage and time to evaluate competitive offers without rollover pressure.
How Do I Request a Renewal Risk Audit?
Upload your most recent electricity bill (PDF or image), provide your business name and service address, and we'll deliver a side-by-side REP rate comparison, renewal risk assessment, and demand charge analysis within 24-48 hours (typical turnaround for standard commercial accounts)—at no cost to your business.
Get a side-by-side comparison of REP offers, renewal risk summary, and demand charge insights—at no cost to your business.
What We Need:
- Your most recent electricity bill (PDF or image)
- Business name and service address
- Current contract expiration date (if known)
What You Get Back:
- Side-by-side REP rate comparison (fixed, variable, indexed)
- Renewal risk assessment and timeline recommendations
- Demand charge analysis and optimization strategies
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Business Facts & Disclosures
Who We Are
Power My Business is a PUCT-licensed Texas commercial electricity broker (Registration #BR240245). We are a comparison and quote-intake platform that helps businesses analyze retail electric provider (REP) rates, avoid auto-renewal rollover pricing, and request competitive quotes.
What We Are NOT: We are not a utility company, not a REP, and not a solar installer. We do not sell electricity directly—we help you compare and evaluate supply contracts within the Texas deregulated market (ERCOT).
Contact & Service Area
- Phone: 972-972-9931
- License: PUCT Broker Registration #BR240245
- Service Area: All deregulated ERCOT TDU territories in Texas (Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP, TNMP)
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
- Cost: No direct cost to request quotes. Broker compensation is paid by REPs and built into their pricing structure.
Disclosure: Quotes are not guaranteed until confirmed by the provider. Rates vary by usage profile, location, contract term, credit history, and market conditions. Testimonials represent individual client experiences; results vary. Always review contract terms before signing.
Real Savings Examples for Texas Businesses
These are illustrative examples based on typical ERCOT market conditions. Actual savings vary by usage, location, and contract terms.
Switched from rollover rate to 24-month fixed. Oncor TDU territory.
Read Case StudyDemand charge restructuring + competitive REP rate. CenterPoint TDU.
Read Case StudyAvoided auto-renewal rollover, locked 36-month fixed rate. Oncor TDU.
Read Case StudySavings estimates are illustrative. Actual results vary based on usage, contract terms, and market conditions. Not a guarantee.
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