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Has Anyone Changed Their Electric Company and Seen Savings?
Asked by N.B. from Dallas
on July 26, 2006
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My electric bill was $720 this month (although we keep our thermostats at 76 downstairs and 78 upstairs)!
Has anyone switched from TXU to another electric company a...
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- I have changed from TXU before to Direct Energy. I switched back to TXU. It has never worked out for me when I have switched to other providers in the past.
- Hi Adrienne, I recently changed from TXU to Dynowatt. It takes about 4weeks for the change though. I'm sure I will definitely see a difference in our bill, since the...
- We have switched to Reliant Energy and have noticed some savings.
What Are You Doing to save Money in These Tough Economic Times?
Asked by K.H. from Chicago
on January 10, 2009
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There is a limit to how low I can put my thermostat. I've found a few ways to save money but thought all of you might have some great ideas to share. My friend was a...
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- I get 95% of my staples at Aldi. I love the place. Most everything my family has tried is great. When my husband was laid off for 8 months it saved us a bundle and ...
- There are some great ideas that the other moms have given you! I know a lot of people said shopping at Aldi, but if you live by a Woodman's, I would say go there. We...
- 1) I buy only the number of slices of lunch meat/cheese that make our lunches for a week. I will then go buy more if we run low. I was throwing lunch meat away all o...
Ways to save Money
Asked by S.O. from Chicago
on November 7, 2007
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Does anyone have a good way to save money? Things are hard right now and any idea someone can share would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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- 1. Write down all expenses weekly/monthly. 2. Look at items that seem high or may quickly reveal some unnecessary waste and prepare to make changes. I think ther...
- Rent movies from the library for free Also, have you read the book Miserly Moms by Jonni McCoy? She has a couple others too. Check out her website at www.mise...
- Sign up for freecycle, freesources and dupagecountyparent swap. It's a recycling site where people give stuff away, and you can get rid of stuff. You can get a lot of ...
Some Ways to save Money
Asked by A.L. from Phoenix
on August 28, 2008
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I was recently doing childcare out of my home as well as my full time job as a Social Worker. I was let go from my childcare position. I was expecting to get the chi...
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- I belong to a frugal (and free) site called Mommysavers.com. You may have seen the owner, Kim Danger, on Channel 3 on one of her visits to Phoenix. She's a SAHM th...
- One thing I did to save money was to get rid of my cell phone and switch to a VoIP (voice over Internet protocol) phone by the company Magic Jack (www.magicjack.com). ...
- One small thing that I've been doing to save money on electricity is keeping our appliances unplugged unless we are using them. I also keep all of the entertainment c...
Did I Get Scammed by US Energy Savings
Asked by B.V. from Chicago
on September 24, 2008
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I live in the Chicago area and was visited by a representative from US Energy Savings. She stated that they could help me save money on my gas bill. She reviewed my ...
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- Contact the Illinois Attorney General's office to make a complaint or ask for advice: http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/consumers/index.html Also, unfortunatel...
- It happen to my brother and his wife also. I am not sure if there is anything you can do. I would check with a lawyer andsee if they can help you.
- I have heard of scams by these other energy companies. I think there was an article in the paper some time ago about something very similar if not the exact same as t...
Need Help in Farmers Branch with Utilities, Get to Choose My Electric Company?
Asked by A.B. from Dallas
on May 30, 2008
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Hey Moms, I've moved a lot and am used to choosing the trash company and maybe choosing between two phone companies, but I'm trying to get the utilities on at the new ...
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- We have used Green Mountain Energy for 4 years and have had no problems. They're 100% green energy and the same price as the major provider (TXU/Oncor). As with any ...
- Hi - try www.powertochoose.com. It will compare rates with competing companies. As far as trash, unless you have a rural address, the city should take care of for yo...
- I lived in Farmers Branch and used Oncor. Never had any problem with them. I think Farmers Branch is one place you DON'T choose the trash company. (In fact, I never...
Which Electric Company Is Better ?
Asked by C.R. from Dallas
on March 21, 2007
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HELLO LADIES ,
I have a question what electric company do you all think is best?I have txu right now but I think it's kinda high and I am the type of person to use th...
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- We switched to Stream too.
- I have had Stream Energy since May of last year - no problems whatsoever! Check my website for info www.davedls.igniteinc.biz If you have any questions, I would be ha...
- I believe Stream Energy is the least expensive provider. Check out www.powertochoose.org just to be sure. Good Luck! D. http://deanaorear.themomteam.com
Anyone Using Electric Company Other than TXU??
Asked by V.M. from Dallas
on October 18, 2006
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My husband and I are currently using TXU as our electric company, but we are considering changing to save money. I was hoping to get some input from others who have s...
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- RELIANT is great! I can not stand TXU... so we switched and i have been very happy with them.
- We use Cirro. The rates are consistently the lowest available. We've never had problems with service or billing. Remember, if your electricity goes out TXU Electric...
- V., Also with Ignite. Definately the lowest price and again, service remains the same, etc. I would be happy to get you more info. and/or help you switch. N. ____@_...
Tankless Water Heaters
Asked by M. from Dallas
on January 31, 2008
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Hi Ladies,
We're thinking about replacing our traditional gas water heater with a tankless water heater. Do any of you have experience (good and bad)with this type o...
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- I can't recall the details, but tankless water heaters work best depending on which source you are using (gas or electric....sorry I just can't remember which is bette...
- Hello We have an electric tankless water heater and love it. My gas bills went down by 75% when we installed it. I recommed the higher capacity ones that allow you ...
- We have a Rinnai and I love it. It was already in place when we moved in and only serves the master bath (that part of the house was added on). What I have read onli...
What to Do with the Money???
Asked by D.T. from Dallas
on March 5, 2008
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My husband and I are expecting our 3rd child in early September. I plan to stay home with our 3 kids for a while when the baby is born. We will be cutting our pay in...
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- Wow, that's alot of information :) I can tell you've done your homework. Honestly, I would put the $7k in an interest bearing account and forget about it. Within a ...
- Hi D., Seems like you have a tough cookie in front of you :) If I were you, I THINK I would pay off hubbys car IFFF int rate on it is too high... if not I'll probably...
- It is so easy to justify spending newfound money as in a bonus but I am a firm believer of saving. You mentioned your savings was low. I say put it in an account whe...
