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For over 100 years, the Duquesne Light Company has delivered electricity to Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas in Pennsylvania. Today, they serve over 600,000 customers and continue to invest billions of dollars into the infrastructure that reliably delivers its power. Duquesne Light also proudly supports the community through donations to charities like United Way.
All Duquesne Light customers benefit from Energy Choice, providing them with the ability to compare electricity rates, switch providers and realize potential savings.
What is the Duquesne Light Price to Compare?
The current Duquesne Light price to compare is 10.85¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh) effective December 1st, 2024 through September 25th, 2024.
The “price to compare” (PTC) is a benchmark rate set by your local utility company that allows you to compare their standard electricity rate with offers from other retail suppliers.
| Price to Compare Effective Date Range | Price to Compare (rate per kWh) |
|---|---|
| May 31st, 2025 - November 30th, 2025 | 12.43¢ |
| November 30th, 2024 - May 31st, 2025 | 10.85¢ |
| September 24th, 2024 - November 30th, 2024 | 11.85¢ |
| May 31st, 2024 - September 24th, 2024 | 10.53¢ |
| January 11th, 2024 - June 3rd, 2024 | 10.46¢ |
| November 30th, 2023 - May 31st, 2024 | 10.46¢ |
| May 31st, 2023 - January 10th, 2024 | 11.45¢ |
| December 25th, 2022 - May 30th, 2023 | 11.25¢ |
| May 29th, 2022 - December 24th, 2022 | 9.36¢ |
| May 8th, 2022 - May 28th, 2022 | 8.89¢ |
| May 1st, 2022 - May 7th, 2022 | 7.77¢ |
| December 5th, 2021 - April 30th, 2022 | 7.98¢ |
| July 4th, 2021 - December 4th, 2021 | 7.41¢ |
| December 6th, 2020 - July 3rd, 2021 | 7.07¢ |
| May 31st, 2020 - December 5th, 2020 | 7.11¢ |
Who Are the Best Duquesne Energy Providers
By default, customers receive both their electricity delivery and supply through the Duquesne Light. With electricity deregulation Duquesne customers can participating in Energy Choice, and choose their electricity provider. There is potential savings over the default rate that Duquesne charges for the supply of electricity.
There are dozens of electricity providers that Duquesne customers can choose from, ranging from small, local electric companies to large national providers like Constellation and Direct Energy. Some providers, like Verde Energy, specialize in providing 100% renewable energy plans.
To assist customers in their search for the ideal provider that fits their needs we have compiled a list of the Best Pennsylvania Electricity Providers based on product offering, customer service and satisfaction and business integrity.
Duquesne Customers Who Have Switched to a Retail Electric Supplier
| Duquesne Light Co. | Total Switching Customers | % of Customers | % or Electricity Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 117,587 | 21.2 | 23.1 |
| Commercial | 23,909 | 38.3 | 81.4 |
| Industrial | 652 | 69.1 | 98.0 |
| Total | 142,148 | 23.0 | 65.9 |
Percentage based on the total number of customers of regulated electric utilities in Pennsylvania as of March 2025.
Three Convenient Ways to Compare Rates and Secure a Fixed-Rate Plan
Pennsylvania consumers have several avenues available to explore competitive electricity rates and potentially lock in a fixed-rate plan to avoid PECO’s Price to Compare fluctuations:
- Explore the PA Power Switch Website: The PA Power Switch website operated by the Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission offers a comprehensive marketplace with potentially hundreds of competing energy offers. While this provides a wide array of choices, navigating through numerous plans and determining the best supplier for your specific needs can sometimes feel overwhelming.
- Simplify Your Search with ElectricityRates.com: ElectricityRates.com offers a secure, fast, and simple process designed to streamline your rate comparison experience. We present you with only the best rates from top-rated and trusted electricity suppliers serving Pennsylvania, saving you time and effort in your search for the ideal plan.
- Shop Directly Through Supplier Websites: You also have the option to visit individual energy suppliers’ websites. However, keep in mind that you will only see the plans offered by that specific supplier, requiring you to visit multiple websites to get a broader view of the competitive landscape.
Duquesne Light Company Service Area
Duquesne services a small but important region of western Pennsylvania along the border with Ohio. Important details about the Duquesne Light Company service area include:
- The Duquesne service area covers around 817 square miles, including more than 45,000 miles of overhead lines.
- This region covers the vast majority of both Beaver County and neighboring Alleghany County, including Pittsburgh.
- This service area includes more than 525,000 residential customers, composing roughly 90% of the utility’s customers.
- Duquesne also services nearly 63,000 commercial and industrial customers.
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How To Read Your Duquesne Light Bill
There are two types of charges on your electricity bill, delivery charges and supply charges.
Delivery Charges
Delivery charges are the portion of your bill that covers the costs to deliver electricity and natural gas. These are set by Duquesne and approved by the Public Utility Commission of Pennsylvania (PA PUC).
Supply Charges
Supply charges are what you pay for the electricity that you use. By default, these charges are set by Duquesne if you do not participate in Energy Choice, and may fluctuate based on wholesale energy market conditions.
How To Save With DLC’s Customer Programs
Duquesne Light (DLC) customers not only have the option to switch, but also have various energy-efficiency initiatives available to them. These programs can help you save on your energy bills, appliances, and more. They include:
- Online Energy Audit: This automated tool conducts an analysis of your energy usage and provides advice for cutting costs.
- Residential Comprehensive Audit: Receive a professional energy audit with recommendations to reduce energy usage as well as up to $275 in rebates for installed measures.
- Appliance Rebates: Get up to $300 off your next energy-efficient appliance by taking advantage of DLC’s appliance rebates.
- Recycling Program: Earn $50 to have that old refrigerator or A/C unit replaced.
- Duquesne Light CAP: Duquesne Light’s customer assistance program (CAP) offers benefits to low-income customers such as reduced bills and debt forgiveness.
- Dollar Energy Fund: The Dollar Energy Fund provides grants to customers facing financial hardship.
- Budget Billing: Budget billing is a service that makes your monthly bills more consistent throughout the year.
Check out the full list of DLC’s savings opportunities to see all the ways you can increase your home’s energy efficiency and lower your energy bills.
Duquesne Light Contact Information
- Residential Customer Service Number: 412-393-7100
- Report An Outage/Emergency Number: 412-393-7000
- Official Website
- Duquesne Light Account Login
Duquesne Light App
DLC Mobile is an app available on Apple and Google Play to access your Duquesne Light account, make payments, and report outages. The app is free to install and allows you to conveniently manage your bills and scheduled maintenance.
