Serving Big Sandy, TX Since 2006

    Big Sandy, TX
    Ambit Energy Electric Service, Rates & Plans

    Start service at a new address, pay your bill, manage your account, or transfer your electricity — all in one place. Big Sandy is in Texas's deregulated market, so you choose your provider.

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    Local Services

    Big Sandy, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Big Sandy is a small community in Upshur County in Northeast Texas, situated in the heart of East Texas timber and agricultural country. When you move to Big Sandy, you'll need to contact Oncor Electric Delivery for any outages or issues with the poles, wires, and meters that deliver electricity to your home—Oncor is the transmission and distribution utility that maintains this infrastructure. For your electricity plan, billing, and customer support, you'll work with a retail electric provider like Ambit Energy, which is standard for Texas's deregulated electricity market. This two-company system means you can compare rates and plans while Oncor handles the physical delivery of power. Big Sandy's hot East Texas summers, particularly from June through August, typically drive up cooling costs and annual electricity consumption. Most households in the area use between 1,000 and 2,000 kilowatt-hours per month over a twelve-month cycle, though summer months will push higher. When selecting an electricity plan, focus on rates quoted at the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh tier rather than promotional rates based on 500 kWh usage, since that range reflects where most households actually see savings over a full contract period. Comparing plans from providers like Ambit Energy at realistic usage levels ensures you lock in a rate that matches your actual seasonal demand.

    Compare Big Sandy Energy Rates & Plans With Ambit Energy

    Showing 15 plans for Big Sandy, TX
    Usage:

    Budget Relief 12

    $50 Credit

    Earn $50 back when you use 1,000+ kWh in a month

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    16.5¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Texas Solar Buyback 24

    Solar

    Get paid for your excess solar energy

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    17.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Texas Solar Buyback 12

    Solar

    Get paid for your excess solar energy

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    17.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Lone Star Classic 24

    Fixed Rate

    Simple, straightforward fixed rate pricing

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    18.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Classic 12

    Fixed Rate

    Simple, straightforward fixed rate pricing

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    18.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Secure Savings 24

    No Base Charge

    No base charge with automatic bill relief at higher usage

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.1¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Secure Savings 12

    Fixed Rate

    No base charge with automatic bill relief at higher usage

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.1¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Plus 24

    Best Value

    Tiered pricing that rewards higher usage households

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Plus 12

    Fixed Rate

    Tiered pricing with 12-month flexibility

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Free & Clear Nights 12

    Free Nights

    Free electricity every night from 9PM to 6AM

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Summer Break 24

    🌞 50% Off Summer🌞 50% Off Jun–Sep

    50% off energy charges from June through September

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    Summer effective: 13.1¢
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    Summer Break 12

    🌞 50% Off Summer🌞 50% Off Jun–Sep

    50% off energy charges from June through September

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    Summer effective: 13.1¢
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    Lone Star Flex

    No Contract

    No contract required, cancel anytime with no fee

    Term Month-to-MonthRate Type Variable
    20.3¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Ultimate Perks 24

    Rewards

    Get Reward Dollars monthly at restaurants, stores & more

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Ultimate Perks 12

    Rewards

    Get Reward Dollars monthly at restaurants, stores & more

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Disclaimer: Rates shown include TDU delivery charges and are based on the usage level selected. E-Plan discount requires enrollment in electronic billing. Actual rates may vary based on your specific usage and TDU area. See Electricity Facts Label for complete pricing details. Texas Electric Saver is an Independent Ambit Energy Consultant. Ambit Texas, LLC REP #10117. goambit.com/disclaimer

    Local Info

    Big Sandy, TX Utility & Government Contacts

    Verified numbers, addresses, and websites for services you'll need during your move.

    Oncor

    Power outage · grid operator

    Call Oncor for outages — not Ambit.

    City Hall

    Permits, utilities, general

    Police (non-emergency)

    Big Sandy Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Big Sandy Electricity Service FAQ

    About Big Sandy

    Who do I call for a power outage in Big Sandy?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Big Sandy area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Big Sandy?+
    At typical 1,000 kWh usage, Budget Relief 12 delivers the best fixed-rate value at 16.5¢/kWh (E-Plan included). For summer A/C months, the Summer Break plan offers 50% off energy charges June–September — often the strongest value when usage spikes.
    Is Ambit available in all Big Sandy ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Big Sandy ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Hawkins, Winona, Gladewater, Gilmer — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Big Sandy?+
    Call City of Big Sandy at (903) 636-4343. Deposit may apply for new accounts. Setup typically completes in 1–3 business days.

    About the Texas Deregulated Market

    How long does it take to switch providers?+
    1 to 7 days, completed by your next meter read. No service interruption. New-address connections can usually happen same-day or next-day.
    What's the difference between Oncor and Ambit?+
    Oncor Electric Delivery owns the poles, wires, and meters (the Transmission & Distribution utility). Ambit is the retailer that sells your plan and sends your bill. You choose the retailer; the TDU is fixed by geography.
    Fixed vs variable rates — which should I pick?+
    Fixed locks your ¢/kWh for 12, 24, or 36 months. Variable can change monthly with wholesale prices. Most Texas households pick fixed for budget predictability, especially during summer peak months.
    What is the E-Plan discount?+
    Ambit's paperless billing discount — enroll in email-only billing and your rate drops by 0.2¢/kWh. Rates on this page assume E-Plan is enabled; add 0.2¢/kWh for paper billing.
    Do you have Spanish-language support?+
    Yes — our site is fully bilingual and phone support is available in Spanish. Ver esta página en español →

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    Disclaimer: Savings estimates are for illustration purposes only and are not guaranteed. Actual rates vary based on usage, location, and plan terms. Rates shown are at 2000 kWh usage level. E-Plan discount requires enrollment in electronic billing. Texas Energy Saver is an Independent Ambit Energy Consultant. Ambit Texas, LLC REP #10117.