Question 1

When is hurricane season in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, with peak activity between August and October.

Question 2

How can I prepare for power loss during a storm?

Accepted Answer

Charge all devices, unplug electronics, and keep your fridge and freezer closed. Use generators safely and only outdoors.

Question 3

What should be in my hurricane emergency kit?

Accepted Answer

Include water, food, flashlights, first aid supplies, batteries, important documents, and backup power sources.

Question 4

Can I stay on a time-of-use plan like PowerShift during an outage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Time-of-use plans only affect how you are billed, not how your home receives power. Outages impact everyone in your area the same way, no matter your electricity plan.

Question 5

Who restores power after a hurricane in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Your local utility (TDU), not your electricity provider, handles power restoration. You should report outages directly to the TDU.

Question 6

Power to Choose

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/power-to-choose">About Texas Power to Choose</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/what-is-it">What is Power to Choose in Texas?</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/how-to-choose">How to use Your Power to Choose Wisely</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/common-mistakes">Common Mistakes Texans Make When Choosing an Electricity Provider</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/powertochoose-org">Power to Choose vs PowerToChoose.org</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/compare-electricity-plans">Comparing Texas Electricity Plans: Fixed vs Variable vs Time-of-Use</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/understanding-texas-electricity-bill">Understanding Your Electricity Bill in a Deregulated Market</a></li><li><a href="/power-to-choose/faqs">FAQs About Power to Choose in Texas</a></li></ul>

Question 7

Electricity 101

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/electricity-101">Electricity 101 - Become an Electricity Expert</a></li><li><a href="/electricity-101/how-does-electricity-get-to-my-home">How Electricity Gets to Your Home: From Generator to Wall Socket</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gotrhythm.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-power-outage-in-texas">How to Prepare for a Power Outage</a></li><li><a href="/electricity-101/demand-response-programs-explained">Demand Response Programs Explained</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gotrhythm.com/blog/electricity-pricing-in-texas-long-term-vs-short-term-contracts-and-future">Short Term vs Long Term Contracts</a></li><li><a href="/electricity-101/whats-a-kilowatt-hour">What’s a Kilowatt-Hour? Understanding the Unit That Powers Your Bill</a></li></ul>

Question 8

Smart Tech

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/smart-tech/">Smart Technology and Electricity Service</a></li><li><a href="/smart-tech/how-smart-meters-work">How Smart Meters Work in Texas and What They Track</a></li><li><a href="/smart-tech/best-ways-monitor-energy-use">Best Ways to Monitor Your Energy Use Without Guessing</a></li><li><a href="/smart-tech/smart-plugs-vs-smart-circuits">Smart Circuits vs Smart Plugs</a></li><li><a href="/smart-tech/choosing-right-energy-plan-smart-home">Energy Plans that Fit a Smart Home</a></li><li><a href="/smart-tech/what-are-virtual-power-plants">What are Virtual Power Plants</a></li></ul>

Question 9

Weather

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/weather">How Texas Weather Affects Your Electricity</a></li><li><a href="/weather/how-to-prepare-for-a-hurricane">Hurricane Prep for Texas Homes: Protecting Your Power and Safety</a></li><li><a href="/weather/prepare-for-winter-storms">Winter Storm Prep</a></li></ul>

Question 10

Your Electricity

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/your-electricity">Understanding Your Rhythm Bill & Documents</a></li><li><a href="/your-electricity/how-read-electricity-facts-label-efl">How to Read Your Texas Electricity Facts Label (EFL)</a></li><li><a href="/blog/fixed-rate-electricity-plans-in-texas-for-predictable-bills">Why a Fixed-Rate Plan Is Always a Wise Move</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gotrhythm.com/blog/how-to-calculate-your-true-energy-rate">What Is an Average kWh Rate and How is it Calculated?</a></li><li><a href="/your-electricity/tdsp-overview">The TDSPs in Texas & How They Affect You</a></li></ul>

Question 11

Moving and Your Electricity Service

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/moving">Moving and Your Electricity Service</a></li><li><a href="/moving/avoid-power-gaps-moving">How to Avoid Power Gaps When Moving: Steps for a Smooth Transition</a></li><li><a href="/blog/moving-utilities-checklist">Moving Utilities: A Definite Guide and a Checklist</a></li><li><a href="/blog/quintessential-moving-to-texas-checklist">Moving to Texas Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide</a></li></ul>

Question 12

Energy Efficiency

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/energy-efficiency/room-by-room-diy-energy-audit">How to Do Your Own Room-by-Room Home Energy Audit</a></li><li><a href="/blog/how-to-curtains-rubs-home-heating">Curtains, Rugs & Furniture That Cut Heating Costs</a></li><li><a href="/blog/what-uses-the-most-electricity-in-your-home-and-how-to-take-control">What Uses the Most Electricity at Home</a></li></ul>

Question 13

Green Energy

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/green-energy/what-are-recs-why-matter">What Are RECs & Why They Matter</a></li><li><a href="/green-energy/how-rhythm-renewable-energy-works">How 100% Renewable Energy Actually Works</a></li><li><a href="/green-energy/electricity-company-greener-lifestyle">Can Your Electric Plan Go Green?</a></li></ul>

Question 14

Small Business

Accepted Answer

<ul><li><a href="/business/what-is-a-small-business">What is a "Small Business"?</a></li><li><a href="/business/how-to-choose-right-plan">Choose the Right Business Electricity Plan</a></li><li><a href="/business/how-business-electricity-differs-home">Business Electricity Differs from Your Home Electricity</a></li><li><a href="/business/automating-smart-thermostats-business">Automate Your Business Thermostat the Right Way</a></li><li><a href="/business/how-read-business-electricity-bill">How to Read a Business Electricity Bill</a></li><li><a href="/business/demand-charges-affect-small-business">Demand Charges: What They Are & What They Cost You</a></li><li><a href="/business/how-switch-business-electricity">How to Switch Your Business Electricity Provider</a></li><li><a href="/business/business-owners-procurement-checklist">The Business Owner's Electricity Procurement Checklist</a></li><li><a href="/business/best-time-signup-business-electricity">Best Time to Shop Business Electricity in Texas</a></li><li><a href="/business/how-to-read-business-efl">How to Read a Business Electricity EFL in Texas</a></li></ul>

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