Pepco is the electric distribution utility serving Washington DC. Under the DC Retail Electric Competition and Consumer Protection Act, Pepco delivers electricity to your home while you can choose any competitive supplier licensed by the DC Public Service Commission for generation.

Will switching suppliers affect my Pepco service reliability?

No. Pepco continues to deliver electricity and respond to outages regardless of which competitive supplier you choose. Switching only changes who generates your electricity and your per-kWh supply rate, not your delivery service.

What is the Standard Offer Service rate on my Pepco bill?

Standard Offer Service (SOS) is the default supply rate approved by the DC Public Service Commission. Pepco bills SOS at no markup. Any DCPSC-licensed supplier rate below the current SOS rate at your real monthly usage means you save money on supply.

How long does it take to switch suppliers with Pepco?

Typically 1-2 billing cycles (2-4 weeks). The supplier files your enrollment with Pepco; the switch processes on your next meter read. There is no service interruption.

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How it works

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You'll need your Pepco account number. Takes about 2 minutes.

We watch for a cheaper rate

Rates are checked daily. If a plan beats your utility's rate, you're switched automatically — it kicks in at your next meter read.

Renewals are handled

Rates are checked every day. When your contract's up, you're moved to the next best deal. You don't have to do anything.

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Who has the cheapest electricity rates in the Pepco area?

The cheapest electricity rates in the Pepco service area come from DCPSC-licensed competitive suppliers competing against Pepco's Standard Offer Service rate. Pepco delivers electricity throughout Washington DC; suppliers provide the generation portion. Enter your ZIP code above to compare every available supplier plan at your real monthly usage — base charges and fees included.

Rates vary by usage and change with each DCPSC-approved SOS update · Compare today's rates for your address

Electricity Choice in Washington DC

Pepco is the District of Columbia's sole electric distribution utility. Under DC Retail Electric Choice — the customer's right to shop suppliers under the DC Retail Electric Competition and Consumer Protection Act of 1999 — you can pick any DCPSC-licensed supplier while Pepco keeps delivering power.

Last updated June 12, 2026