If you own or run a business in the Texas Forest Country—whether it’s a feed store, a family clinic, a boutique downtown, or a church—you know that every dollar counts. And that includes your electricity bill.
But here’s the thing: Most businesses in our area are overpaying for power, and they don’t even know it.
We hear this time and time again.
“I thought my rate was locked in.”
“I didn’t know my contract expired.”
“No one ever told me I could shop around.”
Sound familiar?
Why So Many Local Businesses Pay Too Much
It happens quietly.
You sign a contract with a provider, forget about it, and one day that contract ends—without warning. Suddenly, you’re on a “flex rate” or default plan, and your bill jumps by hundreds—or thousands—overnight.
We’re talking real numbers from real folks here in East Texas.
One local restaurant owner saw their electric bill shoot up from $1,800 to over $2,600 in a single month. A small-town gym in another part of the state? They were hit with a $4,000 bill after their contract expired without notice.
There Is a Better Way (And It Doesn’t Cost You a Dime)
We recently spoke with the team at Amerigy Energy, a company based right here in Texas that helps homeowners and business owners navigate the retail power market.
They work with over 100 electricity providers and offer free bill reviews for local businesses. That means they’ll:
Look over your current contract
Compare rates across the market
Suggest smarter plan options for your usage
Help you avoid sneaky fees or surprise rate hikes
Think of them like the insurance broker for your power bill—they shop the market so you don’t have to.
A Smart Move for Small Business Owners
Whether you’re running a feed store, managing church facilities, or operating a local salon, the last thing you want is to get blindsided by rate hikes.
Energy costs are one of the easiest expenses to overlook—but also one of the easiest to reduce with just a bit of guidance.
And in towns like Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Crockett, and Alto, we’ve seen the impact a few hundred dollars a month can make on the bottom line.
Want to Know What You Could Save?
Amerigy Energy makes it simple. You can send in a copy of your latest electric bill (no pressure, no obligation), and their team will break it down line-by-line. If there’s a better rate out there, they’ll help you lock it in.
Call 877-631-8875
Or visit AmerigyEnergy.com
Final Thought
Running a business in Texas Forest Country takes grit, faith, and smart decisions. Don’t let your electricity bill quietly drain your profits.
Take a few minutes to check in—your bottom line will thank you.
