Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about switching energy providers and saving on your utility bills.
Switching energy providers is a simple process that doesn't interrupt your service. Your local utility company still delivers electricity or gas to your home and handles outages. You simply change who supplies the energy and bills you for it.
Energy Center USA guides you through the entire process, from comparing rates to completing the switch. Most customers complete the process in under 10 minutes and see savings on their next bill.
No, you won't experience any service interruption when switching energy providers. The physical delivery of electricity or gas to your home remains unchanged—your local utility continues to maintain the infrastructure and respond to outages.
The only change is who supplies your energy and potentially how much you pay for it. The switch happens behind the scenes, and you'll simply receive a new bill from your chosen provider.
Savings vary based on your location, current rates, and energy usage, but many customers save 20-30% on their energy costs. In deregulated markets, competition among providers often leads to better rates than default utility pricing.
Energy Center USA helps you compare all available plans in your area, showing exact rates and estimated savings based on your usage patterns. This transparency ensures you make an informed decision.
Fixed-rate plans lock in your energy rate for a specific contract period (usually 6-24 months), providing price stability and predictable bills. Variable-rate plans can change monthly based on market conditions, offering flexibility but less predictability.
Energy Center USA helps you understand which option best fits your needs. Fixed rates are often preferred for budgeting certainty, while variable rates may benefit those who want to take advantage of potential market dips.
In most cases, there are no fees for switching energy providers. However, if you're currently under contract with a provider, you may face early termination fees. Always check your current contract terms before switching.
Energy Center USA's comparison service is completely free. We help you understand any potential fees upfront and can often find savings that far exceed any switching costs.
Green energy plans source electricity from renewable resources like wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. These plans help reduce your carbon footprint while often remaining competitively priced with traditional energy sources.
Energy Center USA offers various green energy options from providers committed to sustainability. You can choose plans with different percentages of renewable energy to match your environmental goals and budget.
Eligibility depends on whether you live in a deregulated energy market. Many states have deregulated electricity, natural gas, or both, giving consumers the power to choose their energy supplier.
Simply enter your ZIP code on Energy Center USA to instantly see if you're eligible and what providers are available in your area. We'll show you all your options and help you make the best choice.
To switch providers, you'll typically need your current utility account number, service address, and a recent energy bill to understand your usage patterns. This information helps ensure accurate pricing comparisons.
Energy Center USA streamlines this process by guiding you through exactly what's needed. We make switching as simple as possible while ensuring you get the best available rates.
