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Billing and payment options
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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 Accounts Benefits page for more advantages you will enjoy.
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Log on
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How do I log on to my account?
If you've set up your account for online access, you can log on anytime.
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; for a step-by-step guide, view our helpful interactive demo.
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Moving
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I’m moving to another location in Texas. How do I get my electric service transferred to the new address?
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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.
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By Phone: Our Customer Care Representatives can help you transfer your service in a matter of minutes at 713-207-7777 or 866-222-7100.
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Plans
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What is renewable energy?
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.
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Signing up
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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, you'll begin receiving electricity from us after your next regularly scheduled meter reading, usually within 4–6 weeks. You'll receive your first Reliant bill about four weeks after that.
Please keep in mind that starting service with Reliant may depend on satisfying certain requirements, such as paying a deposit or providing valid ID, and delays in satisfying these requirements can delay your start date.
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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.
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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 Energy, P.O. Box 3765, Houston, TX 77253-3765.
- Satisfactory Guarantee Agreement from a credit-worthy Reliant Energy 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 .
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