The February Rate Adjustment As of February 1, 2026, residential electricity rates have increased for customers of Massachusetts‘ two major investor-owned utilities, Eversource Energy and Unitil (Fitchburg Gas & Electric). Eversource Energy customers in both Eastern and Western Massachusetts will see their Basic Service Fixed rate move from $0.14884 per kWh to $0.15629 per kWh.…
Rhythm Energy excels with transparent renewable pricing, while TXU Energy offers established reliability and perks for time-specific usage. Choosing between a legacy giant like TXU Energy and a modern challenger like Rhythm Energy often comes down to what you value most: brand familiarity or transparent pricing. While TXU has served Texans for decades with a…
Reliant offers stability and smart home perks, while Gexa Energy typically wins on lower rates per kWh. Choosing between Reliant and Gexa Energy is perhaps the most common dilemma for Texas residents shopping for power. On one side, you have Reliant, the “old guard” known for stability and top-tier customer service. On the other, Gexa…
SCANA Energy offers accessible plans for credit-challenged customers, while Georgia Natural Gas provides competitive fixed rates and Delta SkyMiles rewards for long-term homeowners. Moving into a new home in the Atlanta Gas Light territory can feel overwhelming when you realize just how many marketers are vying for your business. The deregulated market in Georgia means…
Understanding the unavoidable fees that keep the lights on and how to manage your total bill. Opening your electric bill can sometimes feel like a punch to the gut, especially when the delivery fees rival, or even exceed, the cost of the electricity itself. It’s a common frustration for households across Massachusetts and Connecticut, leaving…
Starting today, February 2, 2026, households in Southwest Ohio heating with natural gas will see a sharp change in their energy costs. Duke Energy Ohio has adjusted its Gas Cost Recovery (GCR) rate to $0.6305 per hundred cubic feet (CCF). This new rate represents a steep increase from January’s rate of $0.2834 per CCF. While…
Homeowners in West Central Ohio are waking up to a harsh reality this morning. Effective February 1, CenterPoint Energy Ohio (formerly Vectren) has increased its Standard Choice Offer (SCO) for natural gas to $1.0182 per Ccf. This dramatic price hike represents a 41.1% increase over January’s rate of $0.7215 and crosses the psychologically significant $1.00…
Stop the buffering and get back to browsing with these practical tips for optimizing your home network. Few things are more frustrating than settling in for a movie night only to watch a loading circle spin endlessly, or dropping out of an important video call because your connection decided to take a break. While it…
Effective today, January 30, 2026, Columbia Gas of Ohio (CGO) has implemented a sharp increase in its Standard Choice Offer (SCO) rate. The price for the natural gas commodity is jumping to $1.071 per Ccf (100 cubic feet), up from $0.7937 in January. For the average residential customer, this transition could result in monthly heating…
Upgrade your kitchen tap for cleaner, better-tasting water without needing a toolbox or professional help. Plumbing projects can often feel intimidating, conjuring up images of pipe wrenches, confusing instructions, and expensive calls to professionals, but installing a faucet-mount water filter is a refreshing exception. Whether you are a renter looking to improve your tap water…