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BKV Energy is a fresh face in the energy market in Texas. They first launched as an energy provider in 2022, but the company has been around since 2015 as a natural gas producer, primarily in Texas.
Our initial impression of BKV has been favorable. Their prices are fair and they have a good range of renewable options. But, as a new provider, there is the possibility of a few hiccups and growing pains as they become a bigger player in the industry.
Either way, we think they are here to stay and will likely keep improving. We are confident that BKV is a good option if you find a rate that works for you.
BKV Energy is a relatively new name in the energy industry in Texas, at least as far as retail providers go. The company actually started in 2015 and has been focused on energy generation, primarily natural gas.
If you live in Texas, North Texas especially you may have seen natural gas facilities in rural and urban areas alike. That's because of a geological formation called the Barnett Shale. Barnett Shale is estimated to be one of the largest natural gas reserves on hte planet. BKV is the largest natufal gas producer in the Barnet Shale area.
After becoming one the largest producers of natural gas BKV entered the retail energy market in 2022 is a retail electricity provider in Texas.
Love the cost of my BKV Energy electricity but had trouble setting up my account and getting my 1st bill.
lower cost
Unbelievable electricity price...compared to my 16 years of "R" dependence. It feels sooo good to be able to use electricity at a much lower cost per Kwh. Evidence is on the Usage report!!!
I like BKV because I can lower my rate if the price of energy goes down.
Super easy to sign up, transparent pricing. No gimmicks or fancy wording deceiving what the real pricing is. You get exactly what you signed up for with no hidden charges or fees, no deceptive pricing. Saved a few hundred monthly making the switch from TXU to BKV Energy. Very glad we made the switch.
Great Customer Service! I had a great experience with BKV Energy’s customer service. The representative was friendly, professional, and helpful. They took the time to answer my questions and explain everything clearly. I appreciate the excellent service and would definitely recommend BKV Energy!
so far so good - everything has been seemless and easy to switch providers and we are happier with our rate here!
We have never had such a high bill as we did with BKV. Their rewards never helped us at all and their rate was too expensive. Other companies offer lower rates if you use more kWh usage but this one raised it. Our bill was almost $800 with BKV and when we switched companies it went down by 1/2. Will never use this company again.
This is the first time that my energy charge is less than my Centerpoint pass thru charge for transmission. I am very happy with BKV at this point.
Signing up was easy and fast! So far l'm saving over $100 a month on my electric bill! Thanks BKV Energy
Transition was easy, no interruption of service, so far so good.
We are very new to BKV and our experience is limited to signing up for service that is scheduled to start in November. The sign up was smooth and the representatives who worked with us were polite, knowledgeable and helpful.
Easy process to transfer BKV as our Electrical Provider. Have not started usage to date but looking for smooth transition.
My experience with BKV Energy has been frustrating. I switched from Reliant expecting to save money, but BKV has not been cheaper for me. I signed up for a one-year contract, but I’ve had concerns about whether my contracted rate was correctly applied. Although a credit was provided, the billing explanations have left me confused about the adjustments and my latest bill. Having to repeatedly follow up to understand my charges has been stressful. I appreciate the credit, but I would like clearer billing and a complete resolution of my concerns. Do NOT switch to this provider from Reliant.
BKV Energy disconnected my electricity in October 2024 despite my payment being made on time. They admitted in writing that the disconnection order was sent in error. Their mistake caused approximately $1,000 worth of food in my refrigerator and freezer to spoil, leaving my family of six with a substantial financial loss. The handling afterward was unacceptable. After weeks of correspondence, photos, and bank statements, they issued just $300 in credits. They continued requiring grocery receipts for further compensation even after I explained that I hadn’t kept receipts for food purchased over several months. Admitting a mistake means little when the customer is left bearing most of the cost. I would never come back to BKV Energy. They have turned a paying customer into an enemy of their brand, and I will share my experience so others know how they handled the consequences of their own error.
No complaints
This company will not let you change your plan to a lower rate with them without paying the early termination fee. I’ve never seen this happen with any other electric company.
Transition from one company to BKV was uneventful. BKV took care of the transfer. As I have had BKV for only 7 days, I am optimistic about their service.
Easy to set up. But only time will tell if, the cost will fluctuate like the other.
I am pleased with Bkv and want to keep.ug
Great company
Very cool deal
Great rates for my parents home.
First month in and very pleased with the service and bill
Website is pleasant to use and the rewards options takes the edge of the current high standard if living. Prices are fine and it was a easy switch, customer service is quick to respond.
Great rewards program
Love BKV so far!
I've been with them for a few months and so far the service has been great and, unlike previous electric companies I've used, they have yet to spring any hidden fees on me!!
I'm looking forward to having good relationship with BVK to provide honest service. I heard good things about them.
So far a positive experience with Bkv with good prices and other ways to save!
BKV IS AWESOYE, they are saving us half on our electric bill or more. Great customer service,
Prices seem fair.
I shopped for the best rate per KWH without any gimmick like so many other providers have. BKV always seemed to have one of the best rates and whenever I called customer service, I always got through to an agent quickly and they gave me great service.
Another thing that I like about BKV Energy, is that if rates drop below what you are currently paying, they will send you an email and you can change to the new rate!
Just got the service, how to see how it worked.But the rate was good
I recently switched from Good Charlie Energy and my 3 yr contract was going to e up. I received their new rate and was not happy with it. I started searching for another provider and found BKV, basically everything is the same as the previous company but with a lower base energy rate. No brainer for me since I like to lock in for long term. I created my account and the site is very user friendly. I even receive reminders about upcoming bad weather and how to be prepared just in case. Company has good reviews, so far so good.
They are really good love you all for helping me out with my light I will keep this light company thank you all so much
Clear pricing and reliable services
Ease of set up was great and appreciate the no hidden costs
I never stay more than one year with any energy company because the rate jumps without notice but BKV is not like that when I asked for low income help they helped me I think I will stay with BKV for long time it's very hard in Texas to find good energy company !!! Keep up the Good work !!! " EAST OR WEST BKV IS THE BEST " Thank you A.H
BKV most reliable and most economical plan!!
I've had BKV Energy since August 11 at a rate of 13 cents per kwh this summer, including all delivery charges, taxes, and all other fees. For other months with less energy usage, the rate will be around 14 cents. It is the best rate I was able to find. The transfer from Constellation Energy to BKV was simple. I just picked a transfer date and that's all. I selected the transfer date to occur two weeks before my Constellation Energy contract was over so that I did not have a cancellation fee. However, BKV will help with some dollar amount to minimize or cover any cancellation charge.
Switched to them and am saving a lot more than I expected
Just sighed up 10 days ago and have had a great experience so far. Website is on point and modern. Already received a weekly energy usage report. I have called a couple of times and did not have to wait and the cs was great. And a good rate for the plan I selected.
The kWh were lower, but the CenterPoint pass-through charges were higher, so the total monthly bill ended up being higher than the plan I dropped to go to BKV, theoretically for reduced rates.
So far so good. I like that they don’t offer silly plans offering free anything or perks. Just give me electricity as cheaply as possible. No tricks or schemes.
So far so good but the pass through charges are higher than the electricity charge itself which is really a lot. Can't something be done about these? It seems exorbitant for 1784 kwh
Prices are more than Fair..
Was so excited how easy it was to switch over.
Remarkable pricing option for those on a fixed income. Blessed and thankful.
Love the company and prices only downside is the encor charges to deliver the electricity
I am a new customer to BKV and hope that our relationship will be long and beneficial to both parties
Switching to BKV has saved me over $200 a month. Their website is very straight forward and easy to use. I recommend them to everyone!
So far I am thoroughly pleased with my experience with BKV energy.
Been with BKV for a few years and they have been very competitive with their pricing
As of now I will say BKV is a great company. I just start l started with them, so time will tell, but I'm sure it will be good. More reviews after I was longer with them.
Easy to enroll—great price for electricity—friendly customer service
This is my first month paying and I’m already loving the amount they charge very worth it ❤️❤️
Was told there was no transfer cost to us from provider. Looked at bill at there’s a Oncor charge the same amount as my usage fee.
Better pricing and great website.
Still expensive
Great customer service. Economical charges and No hidden fees! Thanks BKV
Everything is fine so far.
Easy to switch, good communications, and a fair energy rate. I receive weekly energy reports with an estimated monthly cost based on current use, which I find to be helpful information. Keep up the good work, thank you.
You won't find an electric company with better customer service. As a Texas transplant, deregulated power companies was new to me and after speaking with several over the phone, I knew almost instantly that BKV was going to be my landing zone. Thanks to the incredible team working over the phone!
Easy switch
My first bill is nearly half of what it was for similar kWh after leaving reliant and going to BKV!
legit company and they don't play around
Well, BKV advertises that if energy prices decrease you can switch to a plan with a lower rate. Well, rates have dropped and I asked to switch to a plan with a lower rate, but they said no plan was available. I can go to their website and clearly see plans are available that are lower cost than mine, but they won’t allow me to switch. Talk about “bait and switch”!!!
So far so good, my electric bill has dropped dramatically!
BkV as consistently send me rewards offers everyday since I joined
I’ve had this energy plan since March 2026 and so far have been happy with it. I even got my sister to sign up.
We are only a month in with BKV but so far everything is going well.
I’ve had BKV for 5 months now and my experience has been great. They just reached out and lowered my rate. Everything has been simple and straightforward. I would highly recommend.
Way too early to provide an opinion. Ask me again after I get the first bill or two!
Got the help I needed
The rewards thing is cool. Would be a lot cooler if I won something though 😉 Also has a pretty cheap rate for under 500kwh which is great for me. There still rolling out the app so it's all through the web browser. Hoping they add average billing soon as well.
sign up was easy, the customer service people were very helpful. Anxious to see how much we save!
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Renewable Options:
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The GridHacker rating uses a weighted average that prioritizes rates and customer service over renewable options and PUC rating. We do this because we feel that for most customers price and service are the two most important factors when they are shopping for an electricity plan.
A good price per kWh in Texas typically ranges from 9 to 13 cents, depending on various factors such as the type of plan, market conditions, and location. Fixed-rate plans offer stable pricing, while variable-rate plans can fluctuate. It's important to compare different plans and providers to find the best rate for your energy needs. Using GridHacker, you can easily compare and enroll in plans from top providers directly on our website to ensure you're getting a competitive rate.
Texas electricity rates are determined by several factors:
Understanding these components helps explain why electricity prices can vary and how you can find the best plan for your needs. With GridHacker, you can easily compare and enroll in plans from different providers right on our website.
Yes, BKV Energy offers renewable energy plans at various term lengths. They are named accordingly: Bluebonnet Green 36, Bluebonnet Green 24, Bluebonnet Green 12.
BKV Energy is the retail energy arm of BKV Corp, a natural gas producer with large operations focused in the Barnett Shale. BKV Energy has been a licensed retail energy provider in Texas since 2022 per their PUCT registration. BKV Corp. has been in oepration since 2015.
