Tools

Divide total monthly electric charges by monthly kWh usage to get an effective $/kWh rate. This blends supply and delivery—it is not the same as your supplier energy charge alone.

Divide total monthly gas charges by therms (or CCF converted to therms) to estimate your all-in gas cost per therm for budgeting.

Multiply cycles per month by average run time and energy rate (kWh or therms per hour) to estimate dryer energy spend. Maintenance and vent losses are not included.

Water heating energy ≈ gallons × 8.34 lb/gal × ΔT°F × 1 Btu/lb-°F. Convert Btu to kWh or therms and multiply by your rate.

Compare quotes on identical term, product type, and usage band. Add disclosed pass-through components before ranking offers.

Start renewal review 90–120 days before contract end. Account for supplier notice periods and utility switch timelines in your market.

Add each store's monthly usage for the same month before requesting portfolio quotes. Verify each meter is eligible under the same product rules.

Request 24 months of bills, active supply contracts, LOAs, and deposit letters before closing. Confirm rate class and meter IDs match seller representations.

Use this printable worksheet to capture contract term, rate, product type, notice window, and pass-through language before signing or renewing.