Every Texas electricity plan comes with an Electricity Facts Label (EFL). This standardized document helps you compare plans by showing key details in a clear, side-by-side format.
What’s Inside an EFL?
- Average price per kWh at different usage levels (500, 1000, 2000 kWh). This helps you see how pricing shifts if you use more or less electricity.
- Contract length (typically 12, 24, or 36 months). The term affects stability and renewal timing.
- Base charges and monthly service fees. Some plans add a fixed cost each month regardless of usage.
- Renewable content percentage of the electricity mix. Look here if you want to support green energy.
- Early termination fees, if applicable. This is important if you expect to move or switch providers before the contract ends.
Why the EFL Matters
Because all Texas retail electricity providers use the same EFL format, it makes comparing plans much easier. Instead of relying on marketing terms, you can use the EFL to see the real numbers—average prices at your usage, fees, and renewable content—before you enroll.