Energy Broker Services
Expert Energy Procurement Without the Complexity
Energy brokers help Illinois businesses navigate the deregulated market. We connect you with licensed advisors who work on your behalf to find competitive rates.
Understanding Brokers
What Energy Brokers Actually Do
An energy broker acts as an intermediary between your business and energy suppliers. They don't sell energy directly—they help you find the best deals available.
Brokers Handle:
- Gathering quotes from multiple competing suppliers
- Analyzing contract terms and hidden fees
- Negotiating better rates on your behalf
- Managing the enrollment process
- Tracking contract renewals
Your Utility Still Provides:
- Transmission and distribution of energy
- Meter reading and billing
- Outage response and repairs
- Emergency services
Why It's Free
How Brokers Get Paid
Energy brokers don't charge you fees. Here's how the business model works.
Supplier-Paid Commissions
Energy suppliers pay brokers a small commission when they bring in new customers. This is built into wholesale market pricing and doesn't increase your rate—it's a cost suppliers already budget for customer acquisition.
In fact, brokers often negotiate rates lower than what you'd get going directly to a supplier, because they bring volume and ongoing relationships.
Why Use a Broker
Benefits of Working with an Energy Advisor
Market Access
Brokers have relationships with dozens of suppliers and can quickly gather competitive quotes that would take you weeks to collect on your own.
Expertise
Energy markets are complex. Brokers understand rate structures, contract terms, and market timing to help you make informed decisions.
Time Savings
Instead of researching suppliers, comparing quotes, and negotiating terms, you can focus on running your business while experts handle procurement.
Get Started
Connect with Energy Advisors
Fill out this brief form and we'll match you with licensed energy brokers who can help reduce your costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is using a broker really free?
Yes. Brokers are paid by suppliers, not by you. There are no hidden fees or charges for using our service.
Will switching suppliers affect my service reliability?
No. Your local utility still delivers the energy and handles outages. Switching suppliers only changes who supplies the commodity portion—not the delivery.
How long does the process take?
Typically 24-48 hours to receive quotes. The actual switch takes one billing cycle after enrollment is complete.
What information do I need to provide?
A recent utility bill is ideal. At minimum, we need your utility account number and recent usage data to get accurate quotes.
Am I obligated to switch after getting quotes?
No. You can review quotes and decide whether switching makes sense for your business. There's no obligation to proceed.
Questions About Energy Brokers?
Call us to discuss how energy brokers can help your specific situation.