Electric rates

[Redneck Cabbie]

We should be making our move to OKC by mid August. I know... hell of a time to move.

Anyway... I was wondering who the electric/gas company is up there, and what does it take to cool an average 2 bedroom home?

[Lauri101]

Oklahoma Gas and Electric - aka - OG&E

In the heat of the summer, with central heat and air, ours runs about $200 a month for a 1500 sf house. 50 yr old house, wood frame, fairly well-insulated.

We keep the thermostat about 76. Ceiling fans help!

Outside of metro area, they do have other power companies, but I have no idea if the rates are comparable.

[Keith]

I have central heat and air in a 900 square ft house.....small three bedroom, and my bill runs around $125.00. I keep the thermostat at 76, and keep my ceiling fans going 24/7. Even on the hottest days, we have been very comfortable.

[metro]

Depends on the construction of your house, shade coverage, insulation, etc. Too many variables to tell.

[mranderson]

My house is around 2200 square feet, and was built in the late 70's. Our electric bill averages over $300 a month. Hopefully that will go down as we are remodeling and updating to meet current energy standards.

One bit of advise. When you are eligable, take advantage of OG&E's rate avergaing plan. It may save you money.

[windowphobe]

A couple of area cities - Edmond and Tecumseh - don't get service from OG&E; they own their own grids, and buy from the Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority.