South Padre Island Electricity & Energy Guide

1. South Padre Island Electricity Rates
2. South Padre Island Electricity Price Trends
3. Find the best Energy Plan in South Padre Island
4. How to setup South Padre Island Utilities
5. How to switch South Padre Island Electricity Providers
6. South Padre Island Retail Electric Providers
7. South Padre Island No-Deposit Electricity Plans
8. South Padre Island Business Electricity Plans
9. South Padre Island Utility Contacts
10. South Padre Island Zip Codes
11. South Padre Island Electricity FAQ

Whether you’re moving to South Padre Island, Texas or shopping for lower rates, this guide will help you find the best electricity plan plus details for your other utilities.

 

South Padre Island Electricity Rates

South Padre Island is a deregulated electricity market which means you have the power to choose your electricity provider.

ElectricityMatch is a free service that provides comparison to help South Padre Island 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.

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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South Padre Island Electricity Price Trends

South Padre Island 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.

Deregulation

Electricity Deregulation broke up the monopolies and consumers get the benefits of having some of the lowest rates in the nation. South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island 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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Find the best energy plan in South Padre Island

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

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 Energy Rates

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 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.

Comparison Chart

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.

 

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 South Padre Island: How to setup your utilities

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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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Fun Facts About South Padre Island, Texas!

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting vacation spot, look no further than South Padre Island, Texas! This beautiful island is located off the southern tip of Texas and bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and is known for its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. In addition to its natural beauty, South Padre Island is also home to some interesting historical sites and fun attractions. In this blog post, we will share some fun facts about South Padre Island that you may not have known!

History:

The island also has a rich history dating back to the 15th century when Spanish explorer Alonso Alvarez de Pineda first spotted it while searching for a shortcut to China. Over the centuries, South Padre Island has been inhabited by Native Americans, pirates, privateers, and smugglers. Today, the island is home to a vibrant community of permanent residents and seasonal visitors worldwide.

Population:

South Padre Island has a permanent population of about 2061 people. However, the population swells to over 100,000 during the peak tourism season from March to August.

Businesses:

The island is home to a variety of businesses, including hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops, and businesses catering to the needs of tourists. However, most of the businesses on the island are locally owned and operated.

Attractions:

In addition to its natural beauty, South Padre Island is also home to some fun attractions. Visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Center to learn about the island’s efforts to protect endangered sea turtles, or take a dolphin tour to see these amazing creatures up close. South Padre Island is also home to several amusement parks and waterparks for thrill-seekers.

Activities:

South Padre Island offers a wide variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing, windsurfing, parasailing, and more. The island is also home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Annual SPI Kitefest, the SPI Music Festival, and the Sandcastle Competition.

Fun Facts About South Padre Island:

1. South Padre Island is the only tropical island in Texas.
2. The island is home to the world’s largest sandcastle.
3. Several shipwrecks are located off the coast of South Padre Island.
4. The Lighthouse lights up the night sky and is visible for up to 27 miles.
5. South Padre Island is a nesting ground for sea turtles.
6. The island has over 300 days of sunshine each year.
7. South Padre Island is home to the only dolphin research center in Texas.
8. The average temperature on the island is high at 90°F and low at 79° Fahrenheit.
9. The island received its name from Spanish explorer Alonso Alvarez de Pineda.
10. South Padre Island is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Texas coastline.

Conclusion:

So, there you have it! Some fun facts about South Padre Island that you may not have known. South Padre Island is the perfect place to relax and enjoy some fun in the sun! With its white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and variety of activities, there is something for everyone on South Padre Island. So whether you are looking to soak up some rays, explore marine life, or try a new adventure sport, South Padre Island is the place to be!

 

 

Switching Electricity companies in South Padre Island

If this is your first time to switch electric providers, no need to worry. 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.

Compare Plans

Do you already have a good plan? Maybe, maybe not, you can’t know how good your plan is until you compare South Padre Island 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 is easy:

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

Don’t call your current provider to cancel service, for South Padre Island Texas Electricity your new electricity provider handles the cancellation for you.

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. South Padre Island electricity is all delivered by the same Distribution Company no matter who your provider is.

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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South Padre Island Retail Electric Providers

Looking for the best retail electric service providers “REP” in South Padre Island?

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.

South Padre Island 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.

Often the prepaid plans are 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 South Padre Island 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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South Padre Island 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.

South Padre Island is an economic power house for Texas and the USA. They have one of the most rebust tourist industries in Texas and hundreds of businesses supporting a skilled and diverse population. South Padre Island Texas has one of the friendliest business environments to start a new small business.

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.

Compare Small Business Electric Plans for South Padre

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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South Padre Island Utilities

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

• South Padre Island Power Outages – CenterPoint Energy 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143
• South Padre Island Electricity – South Padre Island has the Power to Choose Electricity
• South Padre Island Gas – South Padre Island Gas is provided by ATMOS Energy at 800-286-6700
• South Padre Island Garbage / Recycle – Run by Republic Services, Inc.
• South Padre Island Water / Sewer – Run by the Laguna Madre Water District To report interruptions in service, or for information regarding your bill, please call (956) 943-2626
• South Padre Island Phone/Internet Service/Cable – ATT Fiber at 855-403-6631

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Zip Codes for South Padre Island Metroplex

78597

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