Most people sign up for utility & services contracts without understanding what they actually bought. That’s a problem when your electric bill doubles in the summer or your cell services isn’t working in Timbuktu on vacation.
This section breaks down the policies and bills you’re already paying for so you can make better decisions about coverage, understand what your money actually buys, and stop overpaying for things you don’t need.
Utilities
Your electric company is very good at making their billing structure complicated. Let’s fix that.
How to Read Your Electric Bill
Your bill has more line items than a restaurant receipt, and half of them don’t make sense. Learn what you’re actually paying for, what fees are unavoidable, and which charges you might be able to reduce.
Best for: Anyone who’s looked at their electric bill and immediately put it down in frustration.
[Read the Electric Bill Guide]
The Thermostat Question: Constant Temperature vs. Turning It Down
Everyone has a theory about thermostats. Most of them are wrong. We’ll show you the actual cost difference between keeping your house at 72 degrees all day and adjusting the temperature when you’re gone.
Best for: Settling the argument with your spouse about whether it’s worth turning down the heat.
[Read the Thermostat Cost Analysis]
Electric Plans Explained: Fixed, Variable, and Everything In Between
Free nights. Free weekends. Usage credits. Time-of-use rates. Electric companies offer so many plans that comparing them is nearly impossible. We break down what each plan actually means and who benefits from it.
Best for: Anyone who’s tried to compare electricity plans and gave up after 10 minutes.
[Read the Electric Plans Guide]
Electricity Plan Calculators
We’ve built calculators to help you estimate your actual costs across different electricity plans. Enter your usage patterns and see which plan saves you the most money.