{"id":690,"date":"2019-07-23T15:59:41","date_gmt":"2019-07-23T20:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com\/blog\/?p=690"},"modified":"2019-07-23T15:59:41","modified_gmt":"2019-07-23T20:59:41","slug":"switch-pennsylvania-electricity-provider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com\/blog\/switch-pennsylvania-electricity-provider\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Switch Your Pennsylvania Electricity Provider"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Learn how PA electricity customers can switch electricity providers. Find out how you can save money and get the best energy deals that make sense for their home.<\/em><\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Switching Your PA Electric Supplier<\/h2>\n

So, you’ve had your electricity plan in place for awhile and you’re not<\/strong><\/em> 100%\u00a0loving it. You feel locked in, fed up, and ready for a change. Now is the time to act\u00a0and switch electricity providers to get a better deal \u00a0that meets your family’s needs.\u00a0As you\u00a0shop around for electricity plans<\/a>, there are specific features you need to\u00a0check out to pick the best PA electricity provider and\u00a0plan to replace your old one.\u00a0When shopping for\u00a0an electric plan in Pennsylvania<\/a>, consider the following:\u00a0length of plan term, price per kWh, early termination fees, and monthly recurring charges.\u00a0Here’s what you need to look for when searching for a new PA\u00a0electric provider and plan:<\/p>\n

Switch Electricity Plans: Fixed Rates versus Variable Rates<\/h3>\n

You can\u00a0choose fixed rates or variable rates with your PA electricity plans<\/a>. Fixed rate electricity plans have a price per kWh that does not change for the length of the contract. With a fixed rate plan, you’ll always know\u00a0how much it will cost per kWh and you’ll be protected against price spikes. Variable rate plans have prices per kWh plans that fluctuate with the change in the monthly wholesale price. \u00a0In some months (like spring and fall), you may have save money if rates go down. Other months, however, you’ll pay more because your rate goes up.<\/p>\n

Short Term Electricity Plans\u00a0versus Long Term Electric Plan Options<\/h3>\n

When you view the plan options, be mindful of the term lengths and how these will affect your overall plan. Short-term plan,\u00a0lock in the rate for 3 to 9 months (depending on availability) while long term electricity plans usually last from 12 to 36 months. Fixed rate plans let you\u00a0rest easy knowing that the rate won’t change. However,\u00a0during that time the price for electricity in Pennsylvania<\/a> will fluctuate,\u00a0which can be good and bad. On the upside, you have the opportunity to grab a better price\u00a0per kWh by choosing to cancel your fixed rate plan. The downside is that fixed rate plans usually have cancellation fees<\/a> which will add to your cost when you switch electricity providers. For those in short term fixed rate plans with high cancellation fees, it might make more sense to suffer with your current provider until the contract ends.<\/p>\n

Understanding Green Energy Plans<\/h3>\n

As you\u00a0hunt for the perfect PA electricity plan you’ll come across green energy plans. Green energy plans are electricity plans which use renewable energy and have environmentally-friendly components. This is the ideal plan for individuals who want to use an eco-friendly PA electricity supplier. And,\u00a0just because you choose a\u00a0green energy option doesn’t mean you’ll pay a fortune to do so.\u00a0Since not all electric companies offer renewable energy, you’ll want to narrow your search on PAEnergyRatings.com<\/strong> to preview only green energy companies, if this is your preferred type of provider.<\/p>\n

Consider Any Fees or Surcharges with Electricity Plans<\/h3>\n

When searching for your new electricity plan and provider, be aware that fees and surcharges can exist. These items will be noted in the Terms of Service section with each individual provider and state if the customer has to pay any monthly recurring charges, early termination fees, or pay any deposit upfront. And, if you currently have an electricity plan which has an early termination fee attached to it, you want to carefully consider this and\u00a0perhaps not end your contract early if the\u00a0cost would be too extreme. Sometimes early cancellation fees are a set amount or\u00a0based on how many months you have left in the contract. Not all electric companies charge early termination fees, so you might not even have to worry about this.<\/p>\n

Electricity Plan Switching Process<\/h3>\n

Step 1<\/h4>\n

The first step\u00a0when switching your electricity provider is to view the list of PA electric suppliers<\/a>. The list on PAEnergyRatings.com shows all of the electricity companies in Pennsylvania.\u00a0To see how each one is ranked, check out recent reviews<\/a> on the companies. Keep in mind not all companies included on the list will provide service to your area, so you’ll have to filter out the options to your location. Simply enter your zip code at the top of the page and start reviewing the results.<\/p>\n

Step 2<\/h4>\n

When you have\u00a0the list of Pennsylvania electricity suppliers, you can switch your focus to the plans offered<\/a>. After entering\u00a0your zip code, you’ll be directed to a page\u00a0to specify term length, desired company rating, and possibly find a green energy\u00a0company. Once you’ve selected your preferred type of\u00a0plan,\u00a0the next step is to\u00a0compare the electricity plans offered by various providers according to price.<\/p>\n

Step 3<\/h4>\n

Say you want a term length of 12 months and you’ve\u00a0narrowed down\u00a0the options to\u00a0all 12-month plans. At this\u00a0point you can\u00a0review all electricity plans which have a 12-month term length.\u00a0Note that each company will offer its own price per kWh<\/a>. Some prices per kWh will be similar in cost while others will be at opposite ends of the spectrum. Keep in mind the price per kWh is just\u00a0one factor\u00a0to consider\u00a0when switching your Pennsylvania electricity provider.\u00a0Also consider\u00a0any additional costs or restrictions attached to the plans to make the best informed decision. Once you’ve reviewed all of these factors, you can make the choice as to which electricity supplier gets your business.<\/p>\n

Step 4<\/h4>\n

Once you decide what new plan and provider you want to go with, contact your new electricity supplier. Your new supplier will mail you a plain language disclosure statement containing prices and terms for your electricity supply agreement. According to PA law, you have three business days from receiving this disclosure document to cancel the agreement (known as your right of\u00a0rescission<\/a>). You can do this by writing, calling your new supplier, or electronically (on-line). \u00a0After the three day period has passed, your new supplier will contact your local utility of the switch. Your local utility will then mail a confirmation letter within 48 hours showing the date when the new service will begin (usually on the date of the next meter read). This is to prevent slamming and other fraud.<\/p>\n

Even though you switch to a new electricity supplier, any power outages, emergency situations, and line repairs will be handled by your local utility provider. Switching providers and\u00a0plans<\/a> is easy to accomplish once you know the steps to take.<\/p>\n

Avoid Slamming and Fraud When Switching PA Electricity Suppliers<\/h3>\n

The electricity industry is one of\u00a0fierce competition and energy providers will do\u00a0all they can\u00a0to convert you into a customer. Therefore, be aware of slamming and fraud from door-to-door salespersons and phone solicitors harassing you on a continual basis. Though they’ll promise you\u00a0incredible deals, they’re really trying to rip you off. There are many\u00a0fraudulent electricity scams<\/a> out there, so be\u00a0aware and only consider legitimate providers.<\/p>\n

PowerSwitch to the Best Electricity Plans in Pennyslvania<\/h3>\n

Using\u00a0all of this\u00a0information, you’ll find its easy to shop, switch, and save by choosing a new electricity provider at PA Energy Ratings<\/strong>. Plus, our customer reviews of suppliers and their plans make the process a whole lot easier. You can take your own time to form an informed decision and get the best electricity plan for your home that meets your family’s needs. So don’t wait, get started with the extensive plans highlighted on https:\/\/www.paenergyratings.com<\/a> to switch your Pennsylvania electricity provider with ease and confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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