What are some of the benefits of managing my account online?
You can access your account information and manage your billing, payment and communication preferences 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Visit the Online Account Benefits page for more advantages you will enjoy.
If haven't set up your online account yet, all you need is (1) your Reliant account number, (2) the Social Security number of the person who set up the account, and (3) your current email address. Setting up your access is quick and easy.
I’m moving out of Texas. How do I get the electricity disconnected at my current residence?
Please call us at 713-207-7777 or 1-866-222-7100 to request a move-out.
I’m moving to another location in Texas. How do I get my electric service transferred to the new address?
Online: If you’re moving within the Reliant service area, you may be able to request a transfer using our convenient online process; all you need to get started is your new service address and your desired service start and stop dates.
By Phone: Our Best-in-Class Customer Service Representatives can help you transfer your service in a matter of minutes at 713-207-7777 or 1-866-222-7100.
Can I change my billing address on reliant.com?
Yes, you can change your billing address and other information by logging on and going to the My Profile page.
Energy resources that are naturally replenished are considered renewable. They are virtually inexhaustible in duration but limited in the amount of energy that is available at a time. Renewable energy resources include wind, biomass, hydro, geothermal, solar, ocean thermal, wave action and tidal action. Reliant's renewable plans offer a pollution-free energy product generated from 100% wind; find out if one is available in your area.
What is wind energy?
Wind energy is derived from a power plant that uses windmills or wind
turbines to generate electricity.
What kinds of plans are available?
We believe in giving our customers a range of plans so you can choose what’s right for you:
Secure Plans: The price protection of a fixed rate*
Flex Plans: No long-term contracts and no cancellation fees
Indexed Plans: When the price of natural gas is low, your rate will be too
Wind Plans: 100% wind-generated electricity from right here in Texas
ePlans: Additional savings when you also sign up for online conveniences
*Price can only change in response to changes in law or regulatory charges allowed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
When I sign up, how long will it take for my Reliant service to begin?
If you're starting service at a new location, your service can begin a minimum of two business days after you sign up.
If you're switching from another provider, your service with Reliant will begin within two weeks after you sign up.
Please keep in mind that you may be required to satisfy certain requirements, such as paying a deposit or providing valid ID, and delays in satisfying these requirements can delay your start date.
What do I need to provide when I sign up with Reliant?
We'll need a valid form of personal identification to verify that service is being established in your name and to perform a credit check.
What is an acceptable form of identification, and where do I send it?
Acceptable forms of identification to set up a Reliant account include:
Valid state driver’s license or identification card*
Social security card*
Passport
Military ID
Government employee ID
Department of Corrections ID
Alien Registration card
Consulate ID / Matricula Consular (for any country)
Please fax a copy of one of the above to 800-711-5114, and include the following information on the fax cover sheet (allow one business day for processing):
Your Reliant account number
Name on the account
Address that will be receiving electricity
Your contact phone number
Please note that failure to provide valid identification may result in a delay of your requested date for electric service.
*These are the only forms of ID that are acceptable for online enrollment.
A deposit is required before my Reliant service can begin. How can I satisfy this requirement?
You have several options for paying your deposit:
Online with a bank account or credit card; you can set up online access to pay now
By mailing your payment to Reliant, P.O. Box 650475, Dallas, TX 75265-0475
Low-income customers may be eligible for deposit payment assistance; please contact us at 713-207-7777 or 866-222-7100 to find out more.
Will I have to pay a deposit to begin service?
A deposit may be required depending on your payment history and your credit score; if so, you'll need to satisfy this requirement before your service can begin.
Do you offer alternatives to paying a deposit?
You may be able to arrange for one of the following as an alternative to paying a deposit.
Satisfactory credit reference letter from your prior electricity provider. Ask the provider to fax this to 713-488-4422 or 800-563-0120, or mail it to Reliant, P.O. Box 3765, Houston, TX 77253-3765.
Satisfactory Guarantee Agreement from a credit-worthy Reliant customer. Call us at 866-222-7100 and provide the name, address, phone number and Reliant account number of a customer who will sign a guarantee agreement for you.
Deposits may be waived for certain special circumstances:
Senior citizens: We may waive your deposit with proof that you are age 65 or older; please call us to find out more.
Victims of family violence: Fax a copy of your certification letter from the Texas Council on Family Violence to 713-488-4422 or 800-563-0120 and include your Reliant account number.
Medical indigence: Please submit a certification letter establishing that you are medically indigent.
For more information about this requirement, please contact a Customer Care Representative at 713-207-7777 or 866-222-7100.
When I sign up for service, can I list more than one person on the account?
The system allows only one name to be used as the account owner; however, multiple users can log on using the same username and password.