Imagine the gentle hum of the air conditioner running in the next room, the soft glow of a TV left on for company, and the faint click of a pet camera as someone checks in — all silent gestures of love from people who’d rather stay home with their pets.
Imagine trading your morning commute for a short walk to the kitchen table—sounds like a win, right? But while working from home has its perks, it can also come with hidden costs—like a bump in your monthly electric bill. With an estimated 22% of Americans already working from home and more adding to that figure […]
Imagine your home filled with silent energy sippers, lurking in the shadows, unnoticed yet constantly draining power and your wallet. Vampire energy, or phantom load, refers to the electricity electronic devices consume, even when turned off or in standby mode. These energy vampires are prevalent in every household and workplace, from the charger left plugged […]
Transport yourself back to that first romantic relationship that you had. Unless you’re one of the lucky few who have only dated The One, it was likely awkward and clumsy. The other person didn’t know how to treat you well, and you probably didn’t know how to treat them well either. Imagine if you had […]
Well, this is an embarrassing one. You’ve just plumb forgotten who your electricity supplier is! Not to worry, it’s an easy mistake with over 130 Retail Electric Providers (REPs) in Texas. We’ll show you how to find out what electricity company you are with below! Lucky for you, it’s pretty easy to find out who […]
Are you trying to find ways to save on your electricity? Considering the cost per kWh of different energy sources? Congratulations! Most people never even think about their electricity, and that can cost you. But before you go delving into the maze of the Texas electricity market, you need to hear about the single best […]
Are you considering solar energy for your home? Power Wizard can help you figure out how to proceed. Power Wizard believes in helping with the latest knowledge, tools, and solar energy solutions. We want you will to be able to undertake this challenging step toward sustainable energy. We want you to take this step with […]
As solar technology advances, it gets more affordable — especially with current government incentives bringing the cost down. But, since solar technology is new, choosing your solar energy system can be confusing. Learn how solar energy systems work and what to consider when you buy one. How Solar Panels Work Solar panels are a collection […]
5 Important Issues You Must Understand About Electricity Shopping We all know the feeling. You see a great price for something you need, so you buy it. But when you use it, you feel like you’ve been duped by a promotion because you didn’t read the fine print like most of us. Luckily, you only […]
This past week proved a couple of facts everyone should know about Texas electricity prices. First: Summers in Texas are hot. Actually, they get REALLY HOT. Second: Texas wholesale electricity prices can go SKY HIGH when Texas weather gets hot. What Happened This Week Suppose you are a Griddy customer on a real-time wholesale Texas […]
You’re working from home and are on a tight deadline for a project. And just like that, BAM… You’re without electricity. Sitting in the dark, staring at your dying computer, you’re probably thinking: “At least I am saving money!” As annoyed as you may feel, the good news is that once you and your […]
“I’d put my money on the sun and solar energy,” said Thomas Edison in 1931, long before Bell Labs invented the first functional silicon solar cell in 1954. We’ve come a long way...
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