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Direct Energy is dedicated to helping you choose the right energy solutions for your unique needs. Find the perfect fit with our electricity and natural gas plans today.
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Discover practical, energy-saving tips to reduce electricity costs and increase efficiency at home or business. Knowledge is power, literally!
Get the Direct Energy app to easily pay your bill, manage your account, keep an eye on your usage, refer friends and more.
Direct Energy is dedicated to helping you choose the right energy solutions for your unique needs. Find the perfect fit with our electricity and natural gas plans today.
Home security, automation and efficiency at your fingertips. Protect your peace of mind with an exclusive offer from our partner Vivint.
Discover practical, energy-saving tips to reduce electricity costs and increase efficiency at home or business. Knowledge is power, literally!
Get the Direct Energy app to easily pay your bill, manage your account, keep an eye on your usage, refer friends and more.
Get more from your electricity company in Houston
Make Direct Energy your trusted electricity company and home protection provider. We’re here to make your life easier with a smarter, simpler approach to home energy. Check out the transparent plans and pricing available in your area now.
Changing electricity companies can be pretty straightforward. For starters, there is no fee or penalty to switch as long as you aren’t currently in a contract. (You can learn whether you are by making a quick call to your electricity company.)
Visit the Direct Energy website.
Enter your ZIP code and choose the best plan based on features like term length, rate type and perks.
Enter details about you, like your name, phone number and address.
Select your start date.
No matter which part of Houston you call home, there’s a perfect electricity plan waiting for you. Enter your ZIP code above to explore options and start enjoying the benefits of reliable plans in your area.
With Direct Energy, you’ll get a straightforward approach to electricity and home services. Through every step of your journey, we’re here with energy choices that put you in control.
In Houston, you get to choose which company supplies your electricity, which has its perks! Let’s explore more energy choices.
In the old days, Houston customers had little say in who powered their homes. People relied on a single utility company for electricity. Then, energy deregulation, or energy choice, changed the game.
It puts the power in your hands by allowing you to choose your electricity provider. Now, you aren’t stuck with limited options. You have the freedom to shop for the plans and rates that best fit your needs.
Thanks to energy choice, retail energy companies (like us) compete for your business. A little healthy competition means you get to enjoy some great benefits!
They generate electricity and natural gas and sell it on the open market.
Manage the maintenance of the wires and poles, as well as any outages and emergencies.
You get to choose your energy provider and a plan that makes the most sense for you.
We're responsible for selling electricity, generating bills and providing customer service.
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In Houston, energy choice means you have more plan options to choose from. We have a little something for everyone, so finding what you need is easy. Here are a few plan types you might encounter:
Houston is known for its diverse culture, thriving economy and rich history. From its beginning as a humble port town to a hub of innovation and culture, Houston continues to grow and transform.
It depends on your utility's timeframe to process requests to switch, but it usually takes up to 1-2 billing cycles.
We don’t charge enrollment fees. However, some utilities and suppliers may charge a switching fee when you sign up with a new supplier. Check with them for more information.
Give us a call, email us or chat with us online through our website. We’re always happy to help. Check out our Contact Us page for detailed contact information.
Direct Energy and your utility work together to provide services for your specific area. Direct Energy is a competitive electricity supplier. You can shop for your own energy plans with suppliers like us to find the right rate and plan for you.
Your local utility is responsible for delivering electricity to your home and reading your electricity meter. They are also responsible for sending your electricity bills. In some areas, your utility may also compete in the market, selling its own rates and plans to customers.
In the event of a power outage, contact your local utility company. Their contact information is typically found on your electricity bill.
Yes! In select markets, customers can choose renewable energy plans that empower them to support environmentally friendly energy sources like wind or solar.
Opting for a renewable energy plan helps reduce carbon emissions and supports the development of sustainable energy sources, contributing to a cleaner and greener future.
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