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I had an interesting experience a couple of weekends ago. There were some people dressed in bright uniforms going around our block and knocking on every door persuading people to switch from ConEd and National Grid to an alternative energy provider MXEnergy. I did so on the spot, mostly without thinking and because I felt sorry for the kid who was try to sell the service on a insanely cold evening.

NOw that I am looking into this, I realized that they promised a little bit cheaper rate but only for two months and later it will be non-fixed. Plus, a cancellation fee is $150. It sounds like a typical bait-and-switch tactic. And I am now gearing up to call them up and try get out of the contract, but I dont know if I will be successful.

Has anyone used these guys? What’s people experience with this company? Do they indeed provide better rates than ConEd and NationalGrid? What people’s thought are in regards to switching from these large, stable known local companies?

Any pointers will be appreciated.

Thank you.

Emilia