Washington DC Commercial
Electricity Rates.
Washington DC businesses can shop competitive electric supply rates. Pepco continues to deliver power and maintain the grid, while the supply portion of your commercial bill is open to licensed third-party suppliers.
The District of Columbia opened electric supply to retail competition.
Electric and natural gas supply are competitive for DC businesses.
Typical savings for DC commercial accounts that switch from default Pepco rates.
How Washington DC Deregulated Energy Works for Business
Washington DC restructured its electric market in 1999. Pepco remains the delivery utility for the District. The supply portion of your commercial bill is open to competition from licensed third-party suppliers.
We start with a signed Letter of Authorization to pull your historical usage, audit your current bill for rate-class issues, and request bids from 30+ licensed suppliers. You receive fixed-rate offers at 12, 24, 36, 48, or 60 months, normalized for all pass-throughs. The supplier handles the switch with Pepco, and the new rate appears on your next bill.
Washington DC Utilities & Supply Opportunities
DC's primary electric utility; commercial supply is fully competitive.
Natural gas supply is also open to competition in the District.
Why DC Businesses Use an Energy Broker
PSC-certified suppliers
We work only with suppliers licensed by the DC Public Service Commission, ensuring regulated, creditworthy contracts.
Electric + gas bundling
We can shop both electric and natural gas supply for DC businesses, often unlocking better pricing and simpler budgeting.
No direct fee
The supplier pays our commission. You receive a lower rate and expert procurement support at no cost.
Fixed rates up to 5 years
Lock in predictable energy costs for 12 to 60 months, protecting against DC supply volatility.
Washington DC Commercial Energy FAQ
Is Washington DC deregulated for electricity?
Yes. The District of Columbia opened electric supply to competition in 1999. Pepco continues to deliver power and maintain the grid.
Can I switch from Pepco to a lower supplier?
You switch the supply, not the utility. Pepco still delivers power and handles outages. The new rate appears on the supply portion of your DC bill.
Are DC natural gas rates competitive?
Yes. Natural gas supply is deregulated in DC. We can shop both electric and gas supply for qualifying businesses.
Get Your Washington DC Commercial Rate Quote
Upload your latest Pepco electric and Washington Gas bill and sign our Letter of Authorization. We'll pull your usage history, shop licensed suppliers, and deliver the lowest fixed Washington DC commercial energy rate for your business.
Washington DC Commercial Energy Guide
Get our full Washington DC commercial energy guide as a PDF — how the deregulated market works, what to check on your bill, and how to lock in fixed rates for up to 5 years. No cost, delivered instantly.
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