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Same-Day Electricity Service
Do you need power in your Texas home today? Sign up for same-day service on the specified days before the cutoff time.
Requests after cutoff are typically processed the following business day.
Same-Day Electricity Providers
Here are the providers offering same-day electricity service and their cutoff times:
| Provider | Cutoff | Days | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4Change Energy | 4 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Amigo Energy | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| Cirro Energy | 5 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Constellation | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| Discount Power | 5 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Frontier Utilities | 2 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Gexa Energy | 2 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Green Mountain Energy | 5 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Just Energy | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| New Power | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| Payless Power | 6 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Pulse Power | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| Reliant | 5 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Tara Energy | 2 pm | Mon-Fri | |
| TXU Energy | 6 pm | Mon-Sat | |
| Flagship Power | 2 pm | Mon-Fri |
Same-Day Electricity in Texas
With smart meters, same-day electricity is possible in Texas. Providers can remotely connect your power without sending a technician to your home.
How to Choose a Provider
Consider these factors when selecting a same-day electricity provider:
1. Rates 2. Terms of service 3. Additional fees 4. Deposit requirements
Use Compare Power to easily compare plans and sign up for services in one place.
Same-Day Electricity Rates
| City | 500 kWh | 1000 kWh | 2000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 13.7¢/kWh | 7.4¢/kWh | 11.3¢/kWh |
| Dallas | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
| Arlington | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
| Corpus Christi | 14.1¢/kWh | 8.4¢/kWh | 12.2¢/kWh |
| Plano | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
| Laredo | 14.1¢/kWh | 8.4¢/kWh | 12.2¢/kWh |
| Garland | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
| Irving | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
| Katy | 13.7¢/kWh | 7.4¢/kWh | 11.3¢/kWh |
| Grand Prairie | 14.1¢/kWh | 7.8¢/kWh | 11.7¢/kWh |
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Same-Day Electricity FAQs
How fast can I get electricity service?
We can set up your electricity service to start the same day for most providers on our marketplace if you enroll before 2 pm. Requests placed after 2 pm are usually handled the next day, except on Sundays.
Is there a cutoff time for same-day electricity in Texas?
Many providers on the Compare Power marketplace can set up your electricity service on the same day if you enroll before 2 pm on weekdays. Some providers offer same-day connections until 6 pm on weekdays, and a few can provide service on Saturdays.
Is it possible to connect to electricity on a Saturday in Texas?
Some Texas electricity providers on the Compare Power marketplace offer this option if you need same-day electricity service on a Saturday.
What if I need electricity on a Sunday or a holiday in Texas?
Texas electricity companies do not provide connections on Sundays or major holidays, so plan if you're moving. You can schedule service for your move-in up to 30 days in advance on Compare Power.
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