Galveston Electricity & Energy Guide

 Are you moving to Galveston Texas or shopping for lower rates? This guide will help you find the best electricity plan plus details for your other utilities. Moving is time consuming, but our simple guide will save hours of your time getting utilities turned on and getting the best rates on your Galveston Electricity.

 

Galveston Electricity Rates

Galveston is a deregulated electricity market inside of CenterPoint Energy which means you have the power to choose your electricity provider.

ElectricityMatch is a free service that provides comparison to help Galveston residents save money by choosing the best electricity plans for their home.

Our rates are direct from the Electricity Providers so you see the same rates on their websites.

Electric Providers

Electricity Providers submit their rates and we display them in a comparison rate table that you can sort and filter to compare energy plans in a clear and transparent comparison.

Many Energy companies use deceptive marketing like hidden fees to trick consumers into bad plans that look good. We filter those plans out of our platform so you never see them here. ElectricityMatch shows real prices side by side so you know what you’re getting.

These CenterPoint Energy rates are live and updated daily. Pricing shown is for 2000kWh (Medium-Large Homes).

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Galveston Electricity Price Trends

Galveston Electricity Providers are deregulated, which means you have the Power to Choose your provider! Energy consumers can shop for lowest rates, long term locked rates, variable rate plans, and much more.

Most of the other states don’t get the power to choose, they are stuck with a monopoly style energy provider that charges generally higher rates. Competition between electric providers means lower monthly rates for you.

Galveston Electric Deregulation

Electricity Deregulation broke up the monopolies and consumers get the benefits of having some of the lowest rates in the nation. Pasadena Electricity Providers compete for your business, they generally get customers by having the best rates, but the lowest advertised rate may not always be the best rate because of hidden fees and gimmicks built into the plan. ElectricityMatch takes the time to remove those energy plans, showing only real rates.

Dozens of Retail Electricity Providers in Pasadena want your business, using our comparison engine you can choose the best rate.

The average cost per kWh for Texas Electricity was 11.71 cents in 2020, the average bill was $132.59 for the same period. You can find electricity rates for 12+ months fixed-rate as low as $0.08 on electricitymatch.com.

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Fun Facts About Galveston, Texas

If you’re looking for a fun and quirky getaway, Galveston, Texas, is the place to be! This coastal town is home to some interesting attractions and fun facts that are sure to entertain you. From fascinating museums to beautiful beaches, there’s something for everyone in Galveston. So if you’re looking for an escape from the ordinary, pack your bag and head to Galveston! You won’t regret it.

History

Galveston was founded in 1785 by the Congress of Mexico and quickly became a prosperous port city. It was once the capital of the Republic of Texas and even briefly served as the state’s first capital city. Galveston also played an important role during the Civil War, serving as a base for the Union Army. After the war, Galveston became known as the “Queen City of the Gulf” due to its booming economy and thriving tourism industry.

Today, Galveston is a popular tourist destination known for its beaches, historic buildings, and lively atmosphere. The city is also home to some interesting museums, including the Texas Seaport Museum, which chronicles the history of the Port of Galveston, and the Bishop’s Palace, a Victorian-era mansion that is now a museum.

Population

The population of Galveston has skyrocketed in recent years, increasing by more than 10 percent since 2000. The city is now home to more than 50,596 residents, many of whom are tourists or seasonal residents. However, the population of Galveston is still significantly smaller than its pre-Hurricane Ike levels, which topped out at more than 60,000 in 2008.

Businesses

Galveston is home to a wide variety of businesses, including restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and professional services. The city’s largest employer is the University of Texas Medical Branch, which employs more than 7,000 people. Other major employers in Galveston include the City of Galveston, Moody National Bank, and Sanderson Farms.

Transportation

The Galveston Island Ferry provides transportation between Galveston and Bolivar Peninsula. The ferry operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and carries both cars and pedestrians. There is also a passenger-only ferry that operates between Galveston and Port Aransas.

Amtrak also serves Galveston, which has a station in the city’s historic downtown district. In addition, several bus lines provide service to Galveston, including Greyhound, Megabus, and Amtrak.

Fun Facts About Galveston

1. Galveston is also home to the Moody Gardens, a botanical garden, and zoo that features more than 10,000 different plant and animal species. The gardens are open year-round and offer a variety of educational programs and events.
2. The Strand Historic District in Galveston is Texas’s most heavily photographed area.
3. The Seawall in Galveston is the longest continuous concrete wall in the world.
4. Galveston is home to one of the country’s largest concentrations of Victorian architecture.
5. More than 60 miles of beaches in Galveston make it a popular destination for beach-goers.
6. The Moody Gardens amusement park is one of Galveston’s most popular tourist destinations.
7. The Galveston Island State Park is a popular spot for hiking, biking, and camping.
8. The Port of Galveston is the oldest continuously operating port in Texas.
9. Galveston is known as the “Island of Oaks” because of the many oak trees that line its streets.
10. The Galveston Island Ferry is one of Galveston’s most popular tourist attractions.
11. Each year, Galveston hosts the Lone Star Rally, one of the country’s largest motorcycle rallies. The rally attracts more than 400,000 visitors each year and features live entertainment, food vendors, and merchandise booths.

Conclusion

Galveston is the perfect destination if you’re looking for a fun and interesting getaway. The city has something for everyone, from beautiful beaches to fascinating museums. So pack your bags and head to Galveston! You won’t regret it.

Find the best energy plan in Pasadena

Most consumers don’t know their electricity consumption without opening their bill. Before you can choose your best electricity plan you will need to know your monthly usage. Many electricity plans have different rates for different usage tiers and all plans in our electricity comparison engine show rates for 500kWh, 1000kWh and 2000kWh.

What do the different usage tiers mean?

• 500kWh – Small Apartment, maybe mid-sized apartments with average electricity needs.
• 1000kWh – Large Apartment or Medium Houses with average electricity needs.
• 2000kWh – Large Houses, 2000kWh is generally the largest tier covering everything over 2000kWh.

Average Electricity Usage

Average Electricity Usage also requires an explanation. Older houses and apartments will use a little more electricity to heat and cool than newer structures. Some of us will run our air conditioner at 70 degrees through the whole summer while others are comfortable at 78 degrees.

If your usage is close to one of the tiers (500kWh, 1000kWh etc) each month it’s pretty easy to compare plans. If your usage fluctuates up and down it’s more difficult to compare. For example if your usage falls into the 500kWh tier during the winter and the 1000kWh tier during the summer you will pay different rates between the winter and summer.

Comparing rates can be more difficult than you think.

The easiest way to get your monthly average usage is to total your yearly usage then divide it by 12. From there see which tier you fall into (Small Apartment 500kWh, Medium Home 1000kWh, Large Home 2000kWh) and compare those rates.

Electricity Match

Electricity Match makes it easy to compare the different tier rates. If you are in the Small Apartment usage tier you can check the box on the left side filter to sort our plans by Small Apartment.

If you have a large variance in your monthly usage you may need to count the number of months you will fall into different tiers then compare the most common tier prices.

All plans have some additional fees built into them. By reading the EFL for each plan you’ll be prepared. Our real rates available in our comparison engine have already included those fees in them, and we are showing you the real rate you will pay.

Don’t waste hours of time with a calculator or spreadsheet trying to find the best plan, use our comparison engine to see your real rates based on the size of your home.

Once you find the best plan for your home, click the Order Button for that plan, fill in the details and you’re done.

Usage History

If you can’t find your usage history or you’re moving into a new home we have the answer for you too! Using our simple Home Size filters will show you the Electricity Plan Rates for different sized homes.

Use ElectricityMatch.com to find the best energy plan for you and your home.

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Moving to Galveston: How to setup your utilities

Over 50,000 people call the Galveston area their home. It’s the 70th largest city in Texas by population.

Galveston is home to lots of industry and tourism.

 There are plenty of things to discover about Galveston.

Setting up Electricity at your new home

If you’re buying a home, ask the previous homeowner for copies of their electricity bills for the past 12 months or as many months as they have. Some providers display the last 12 months of usage on every bill. The past usage will help you choose the best electricity plan.

Once you’ve selected your energy plan, sign-up instantly – it’s that simple. Electricity Match lets you quickly switch and save at the end of a term for whatever plan you choose.

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Switching Electricity companies in Galveston

If this is your first time to switch electric providers, get ready for an easy walk in the park. It’s easier than the first signup! If you’re a pro at switching then you’ll appreciate how easy our comparison engine displays the best plans customized for you.

Do you already have a good plan? Maybe, maybe not, you can’t know how good your plan is until you compare Galveston Electricity Plans. Competition between Energy Companies drives prices down and keeps them down so it’s a great idea to keep checking back here to see if you still have the right plan. Come back to Electricity Match a few weeks or a month before your current plan expires, signup for a better plan.

Compare plans before renewing your contract. That way, you can make sure you’re getting the best deal among competing electricity companies.

Switching energy plans regularly can end up saving you hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year on your energy costs.

Switching electric plans in Galveston is easy:

• No calls to cancel your current provider
• No service calls to your house
• No Electricity interruptions
• Switching only takes a few minutes

You don’t have to call your current provider to cancel service, for Galveston Texas Electricity your new electricity provider handles the cancellation for you.

Power Outages

Power Outages are the worst, but you won’t have to deal with it when switching providers. The switch is seamless, you won’t feel a thing. Pasadena electricity is all delivered by the same Distribution Company no matter who your provider is.

Texas Electric Deregulation

Texas Electricity Deregulation allows you to change providers in the last 14 days of your current contract without any penalties or Early Termination Fees “ETFs”.

If you have a long-term power contract, check how many months remain before it expires. Most companies let you set a start date for your new plan up to 60 days in advance.

Sometimes rates go down so much that it’s financially beneficial to change providers in the middle of a contract, pay for $150 Early Termination Fee, and still save hundreds of dollars over the term of your new contract.

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Galveston Retail Electric Providers

Looking for the best retail electric service providers “REP” in Galveston?

You can sign up for service with any number of great electricity companies like Pulse Power, Constellation, 4Change Energy, TXU Energy, TriEagle Energy and more.

Click on the company to view their rates, learn more about their service, or sign up.

Galveston Retail Electric Providers	Phone Numbers
4Change Energy
Pulse Power	844-302-8076
Constellation	855-549-2149
New Power Texas	866-654-5071
TXU Energy
Payless Power	877-296-6922
TriEagle Energy	833-943-0875
Rhythm	888-691-1508

 

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No-Deposit / Prepaid Electricity Plans

Some of us don’t want to pay deposits, Electricity Match comparison engine can help with that too!

If you already know you want to a prepaid plan, you can filter our plans to show Prepaid only.

Deposits for Electric Providers is based on your credit score or lack of credit plus your history of paying your Texas Electric bill. Fair Credit scores usually never have to pay a deposit. If this is your first apartment ever, you might expect to pay a deposit or else go with a PrePaid Electricity Plan.

You shouldn’t have to pay a deposit for electricity, and if you’re using our comparison engine you won’t have to.

Prepaid plans are often marked up a little bit higher per kWh but most of the time we have some fair priced no-deposit plans available. Check our comparison plan for Pasadena No-Deposit Electricity Plans.

Deposit Waiver – Texas Public Utility Commission §25.478 Credit Requirements and Deposits

A residential customer or applicant may be deemed as having established satisfactory credit if:

1. The customer has been a customer of any REP or an electric utility within the two years prior to the request for electric service; is not delinquent in payment of any such electric service account, and during the last 12 consecutive months of service was not late in paying a bill more than once.
2. The customer or applicant possesses a satisfactory credit rating obtained through a consumer reporting agency, as defined by the Federal Trade Commission.
3. The customer or applicant is 65 years of age or older, and the customer is not currently delinquent in payment of any electric service account.
4. The customer or applicant has been determined to be a victim of family violence.
5. The customer is medically indigent.

If you satisfy PUC §25.478 requirements above and are charged a deposit you can send the waiver directly to the provider. Once your new REP receives the waiver they will confirm or deny your waiver or request documentation.

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Galveston Business Electricity Plans

Business Electricity works similar to Residential Electricity. For SMB (Small and Medium Business) you can use our commercial comparison engine to compare plans the same as Residential Plans.

Galveston is an economic power house for Texas in regards to tourism. They have dozens of  industries and hundreds or smaller companies supporting a skilled and diverse population. Galveston Texas has one of the friendliest business environments to start a new small business.

Business Owners

As a Business Owner, you know your overhead costs can destroy your bottom line. Choosing the best Electricity Plan for your Small Business is one of many ways to increase your profit. Market conditions change every day, often driving energy prices lower and lower. All business owners should compare power prices frequently to make sure they are getting the best plan for their company.

Electricity Match

Electricity Match can help you by providing an easy and fast process to choose your energy plan and signup. We have built a unique SMB Comparison Engine that will save you hours of shopping and trying to compare. If you still have questions we are here to help, just give us a call on our Business Electricity Line 1-833-226-8993.

Many Electric providers won’t sell direct to businesses without a broker. With Electricity Match, you have more options, we can sign you up directly from our website, we can assist on the phone and we can even setup a closed bidding for your business to get the very best rate!

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

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GalvestonUtilities

Moving into Pasadena doesn’t have to be difficult. Below are most of the utility contracts you need to get everything turned on.

• Galveston Power Outages – CenterPoint Energy 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143
• Galveston Electricity – Galveston has the Power to Choose Electricity
• Galveston Gas – Galveston Gas is provided by ATMOS Energy at 800-286-6700
• Galveston Garbage / Recycle – City of Galveston Department of Public Works at 409-797-3630 
• GalvestonWater / Sewer – City of Galveston Water Department at 409-797-3550
  Hours – Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 5:00PM
  24 Hour Emergency Water & Sewer leaks – Call 409-797-3550
• Galveston Phone/Internet Service/Cable – ATT Fiber at 855-403-6631

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Zip Codes for Galveston Metroplex

77550

77551

77552

77553

77554

77555

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