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We've finally made it to the spring shoulder month season after a chilly and pricey winter. That means Ohio third party suppliers are offering some of the best electricity rates of the season. With natural gas prices expected to increase power plant costs, Ohio electric bills could rise this summer. So locking in a 6 month plan in time for April will lock in a rate until the autumn shoulder month season. But which of these plans are the best of the best for your needs? We can find out if we compare the best short term electric rates in Zanesville.

Cheapest Short Term Rates

If you're looking for the cheapest provider plans in town, then check out APG&E. Their True Simple 4 plan charges a 8.38 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) rate for four months of service. Meanwhile, their True Simple 6 plan charges 9.12 cents per kWh for six months of service. Considering that Ohio uses an average of 811 kWh per month, this equals a monthly supply charge of about $67 per month and $73 per month, respectively.

APG&E customers may also be able to take advantage of their $100 gift card deal. On top of that, APG&E doesn't charge an early termination fee. This makes it extra convenient to cancel if you have to suddenly move before the end of the plan's term.

Best 6 Month Zanesville Electricity

The Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 6 plan charges 9.59 cents per kWh. This rate equals a monthly supply charge of about $77 per month. This plan also doesn't charge an early termination fee. On top of steady energy pricing, our readers rank Energy Harbor as a silver tier company because of their excellent customer service.

You might also be interested in the Public Power Electric 6 Month Standard Fixed Rate. This plan charges 9.69 cents per kWh, about $78 a monthly for supply charge. Likewise, Public Power does not charge an early termination fee.

Our readers rank Constellation as the best energy company in Ohio. That's because Constellation offers excellent customer service, as well as energy usage emails to help you stay on track with your energy saving goals. Their 6 Month Home Power Plan charges 9.89 cents per kWh. That's an average supply charge of about $80 a month. Lastly, Constellation does charge a $25 early termination fee.

What Happens At the End of a Short Term Plan?

Ohio electricity providers must send out renewal notices to their customers no less than 45 days before their contract ends. This is covered in their plan's terms and conditions. It's vital that you respond to these notices when they arrive. If you don't, your provider can auto-enroll you into a new plan and rate.

• APG&E and Public Power will automatically renew non-responding customers into a monthly variable rate.
• Constellation and Energy Harbor offer new plan terms in their renewal notice.

Why Shop For Short Term Rates?

You might wonder why you would want a short term electricity plan that only last from 4-6 months. But short term electric rates are a great option if you only have short term needs for your home. From college students staying for a semester to contractors on a short-term project, a 4-6 long plan makes great sense. Plus, short term plans are also a great way to "test drive" a company's customer service and promotions without the long commitment.

You can always shop for the best rates right here at https://www.ohenergyratings.com. You can also count on us for news and tips that could affect your bills.

Are Your Dayton Energy Bills Higher?

Higher-than-normal electricity bills shocked many Dayton energy customers last month. February's cold snaps left them contacting news outlets and lawmakers about high bills and if it could happen again. However, the actual reasons for these high bills may not be as big a problem as they first appear. Still, it should still be a reason to shop for better electricity rates. Let's talk about why cold snaps may have driven up your Dayton bills and what you can do about it.

Dayton February Estimated Bills

On average, February cold pushed heating use about $12-$15 higher than normal. To put that in perspective, EIA estimates that Ohio homes spend close to $125 a month on their electricity bills. So this means because of the cold weather, the average home bill rose close to $140 last month.

AES Ohio explained that record low temperatures caused the higher-than-average electric bills. That's party due to the nearly 50,000 homes that don't have smart meters. Due to extreme cold, AES Ohio meter readers were unable to read these analog meters. As a result, these customers saw estimated charges on their bills, many of which may have been slightly higher than they should be.

Customers must still pay the estimated bill amount. But, AES Ohio will eventually take accurate readings and then credit any overcharges to their account.

Ohio Electric Rates May Rise

However, it's important to remember that meters aren't the only thing to worry about.

Right now the AES Ohio PTC rate is 9.17822 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). But, with natural gas prices expected to rise, it's possible the PTC rate may rise as well. This means that unless you are practicing the best energy saving strategies, your future energy costs may rise. If that happens, then now's the time to shop during the shoulder month pricing season.

Ohio homes use an average of 811 kWh of energy per month. With the PTC rate, that adds to an average supply charge of about $74 on your bill. However, you would pay 7.99 cents per kWh if you switched to the Electric 12 Month Fixed Rate WITH MRC plan from Public Power. This equals an average supply charge of about $64 a month for 12 months ($10 less than AES Ohio). On top of the savings, Public Power has no early termination fee. This makes it convenient if you need to cancel should you have to move.

What Dayton Electric Customers Can Do

Thankfully, there are state programs you can take advantage of to keep the heat on during these last cold months. For example, HeatShare can help Columbia Gas of Ohio customers to help make payments or reconnect their service. If you need help with your winter bills it's best to call your utility and work with them to avoid disconnection.

You can also count on https://www.ohenergyratings.com for news and tips that could affect your bills. You can also shop here for the best rates in town.