ELECTRICITY RATES IN MCALLEN
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MCALLEN
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN MCALLEN
Mcallen Electricity Guide
Mcallen electricity prices have remained essentially flat over the past 7 days, holding steady at 16.28¢/kWh for an average 1000 kWh home. With 88 available plans ranging from 6.48¢ to 23.23¢ per kWh, the market shows significant variation based on term length and plan structure. Stability is generally positive for consumers, though we continue monitoring for any shifts.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Mcallen
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the AEP Texas Central utility region, which Mcallen is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN MCALLEN
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Mcallen
McAllen residents benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, allowing you to choose from multiple providers and plan types. Currently, 88 plans are available with rates ranging from 6.48¢ to 23.23¢ per kWh. The market is dominated by 99 fixed-rate plans averaging 16.05¢/kWh, providing price stability throughout your contract term. For environmentally conscious consumers, 107 renewable energy plans are available, including 25 that are 100% green energy. You’ll also find 2 prepaid options and 8 time-of-use plans. This variety lets you select a plan matching your budget, usage patterns, and energy preferences.
Compare All PlansFEBRUARY 12, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN MCALLEN
Just Energy
Smart Choice – 6
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
31%
4.4
APGE
SimpleSaver 15
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
APGE
SimpleSaver 7
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 7
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
Just Energy
Smart Choice – 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
31%
4.4
TYPES OF ENERGY PLANS
Electricity plan types available in Mcallen
Fixed-rate plans
McAllen offers 99 fixed-rate plans with locked pricing throughout your contract term. Rates start at 6.48¢/kWh, with an average of 16.05¢/kWh. These plans protect against price fluctuations during hot Rio Grande Valley summers.
Variable-rate plans
No month-to-month or variable-rate plans are currently available in the McAllen market. These plans typically allow cancellation without fees but have rates that fluctuate monthly based on wholesale electricity costs.
Renewable energy
McAllen has 107 renewable plans available, including 25 that are 100% green energy. The average rate is 16.26¢/kWh, just 0.02¢ above the market average, making green energy accessible for Valley residents.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid electricity plans are available in McAllen, averaging 19.17¢/kWh. These no-deposit plans let you pay for electricity before using it, with real-time monitoring to track usage during air conditioning season.
Time-of-use plans
Eight time-of-use plans average 18.37¢/kWh in McAllen. These plans offer different rates based on when you use electricity, benefiting households that can shift usage away from peak afternoon cooling hours.
Free nights & weekends
These plans offer no-cost electricity during specific hours, typically nights and weekends. They can benefit McAllen residents who run air conditioning heavily overnight or shift major appliance use to free-usage periods.
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Mcallen
Based on 78501 ZIP code. 88 plans available. Rates were updated at 09:04 AM CST on February 12, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Smart Choice – 6 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 6 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$64.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
6.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 15 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 15 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$89.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 7 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 7 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$89.90
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 7 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 7 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$90.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$90.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Smart Choice – 12 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$91.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$93.19
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 24 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$93.19
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$93.30
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$93.30
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Smart Choice – 24 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$95.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Rhythm Saver 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$110.22
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
The Lone Saver 12 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$110.22
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$114.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Bonus 24 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$114.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$114.82
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$114.82
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
11.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Value Wise – 12 31%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$134.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
13.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Value Wise – 24 31%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$137.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
13.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Reliant Power Savings 12 plan 20%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$139.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
13.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Power Savings 24 plan 20%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$139.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
13.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Come & Take It 12 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$146.61
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
14.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Clear Deal 12 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$148.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
14.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
True Simple 12 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$149.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
14.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
True Simple 15 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 15 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$149.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
14.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
True Simple 14 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 14 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$151.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bigger Than Texas 24 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$152.61
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Luminous 12 35%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$152.70
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Inflation Fix 36 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 36 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$153.61
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Live Brighter Lite 12 20%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$155.14
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Value 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$157.60
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Luminous Green 12 100%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$157.70
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Value Plus 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$158.10
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bright Secure 12 35%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$158.59
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Clear Deal 24 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$158.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Solar Value 12 25%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$158.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
12 Month GREEN (No Min Usage Fee) 30%
4.9
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$159.13
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
15.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Basics – 12 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$160.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simple Choice – 12 26%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$161.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Pure Power 12 plan 24%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$163.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Pure Power 24 plan 24%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$163.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Basics – 24 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$163.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Light Saver 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$165.60
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Light Saver 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$166.60
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Nights Free Plan – 12 26%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$166.95
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Wise Buy Basic 24 Online 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$167.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Weekends Free Plan – 24 31%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$168.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Essential Saver 12 24%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$169.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simple Advantage 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$169.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simple Advantage 24 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$169.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Live Brighter Lite 24 20%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$169.14
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
16.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simply Green 13 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 13 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$170.08
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Secure Energy – 24 31%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$170.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simply Days Free – 24 4.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$171.57
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simply Green 23 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 23 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$172.08
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
12th Month Free – 12 31%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$176.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Truly Free Nights 100% Solar 12 plan 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$177.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Pollution Free Conserve 12 Preferred 100%
4.2
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$178.82
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Pollution Free Conserve 24 Preferred 100%
4.2
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$178.82
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
17.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Live Brighter 1K+ 24 20%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$181.07
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
One Rate 12 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$181.49
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Simple Rate 12 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$181.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Power Maxx Saver 12 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$185.55
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Power Maxx Saver 24 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$185.55
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Preferred 100%
4.2
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$187.32
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
6 Month – Prepaid 26%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 6 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$189.20
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
18.9¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
12 Month – Prepaid 26%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$194.20
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
19.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Ultimate Season Pass 12 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$195.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
19.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Watt a Deal 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$196.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
19.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
The Texas Two-K 12 100%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$196.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
19.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Value 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$198.10
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
19.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Lite 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$200.10
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Deluxe 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$202.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Advantage 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$203.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Mega Saver – 24 15%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$204.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Premier 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$206.10
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Premier 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$206.10
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Solar Saver 12 25%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$207.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
20.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Bonus Saver 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$212.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Bonus Saver 24 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$212.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 2000 kWh 12 24%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$212.32
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 2000 kWh 24 24%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$212.32
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 12 plan 24%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$216.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 24 plan 24%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$216.12
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
21.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Saver's Discount 12 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$219.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
22.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Pollution Free Green Savings Plus 24 Preferred 100%
4.2
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$226.32
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
22.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Saver's Discount 24 9%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$231.75
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
23.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Pollution Free Green Savings Plus 12 Preferred 100%
4.2
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$232.32
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
23.2¢
Price per kWh |
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Mcallen.
When looking for your retail electricity provider and choosing an electric plan, there’s a number of factors to keep in mind. You’ll be able to choose a plan that’s best for you if you understand your energy usage and what’s important to you in a provider. Below are a series of tips to help you make the best decision for your household.
Retail Electric Providers
In a deregulated market like Texas, you get to choose your retail electric provider. We can help you decide on the right provider and plan.
Utility Companies
Utility companies maintain the infrastructure to deliver your energy and are the same regardless of the energy provider you choose.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Mcallen
As of February 12th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Mcallen is Just Energy's Smart Choice – 6 at 6.48¢/kWh. This rate is significantly below the market average of 16.25¢/kWh, offering substantial savings for residents who choose this plan among 88 available options.
Mcallen's hot, humid subtropical climate drives high cooling demands, especially during summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 95°F. Air conditioning can account for 50-70% of summer electricity bills. Choosing competitive rates like 6.48¢/kWh versus the 16.25¢/kWh average significantly impacts costs during peak usage periods.
Fixed-rate plans work best for Mcallen residents due to predictable high summer cooling needs. With 88 plans available, including 87 green energy options at virtually no premium (-0.01¢ above average), residents can lock in low rates while supporting renewable energy without additional costs.
Switch to competitive plans like the 6.48¢/kWh rate versus paying the 16.25¢/kWh average. Optimize AC settings to 78°F, use programmable thermostats, seal air leaks, and consider green energy plans available at no premium to reduce costs while supporting renewable sources.
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