Electricity & Natural Gas Provider in Barrhead

Why Barrhead Residents Choose Get Energy

Barrhead is a friendly agricultural community of about 4,400 people northwest of Edmonton, known for its connection to the Blue Heron, its annual Wild and Crazy Redneck Days festival, and its role as a service centre for Barrhead County's farming families.

Surrounded by mixed farming country and boreal forest, Barrhead's economy runs on agriculture and natural resources. Residents here understand the value of a dollar, and competitive energy rates are one way to stretch household budgets further.

Get Energy is proud to serve Barrhead and surrounding communities with electricity and natural gas rates that compete with — and often beat — the regulated rate. No contracts, no cancellation fees, and switching takes just minutes.

How to Switch Your Energy in Barrhead

Switching your electricity or natural gas provider in Barrhead is simple and takes less than 5 minutes. Here's how it works:

Step 1: Visit Our Sign Up Page

Visit our sign up page to choose your plan and get started. A credit check is required as part of the application.

Step 2: We Handle the Switch

Once you've signed up, we take care of everything. There's no need to contact FortisAlberta or your current retailer — we manage the entire transfer process on your behalf.

Step 3: Same Service, Better Rate

Your electricity and gas continue flowing without interruption. FortisAlberta still maintains your power lines, and ATCO Gas handles your gas infrastructure. The only change is a lower energy charge on your bill. The switch typically takes about 10 days. If earlier service is required, we can do our best to rush it.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barrhead Energy

Does Get Energy serve Barrhead and surrounding rural areas?

Yes, Get Energy serves Barrhead, Westlock, and rural customers throughout the region. If you're connected to FortisAlberta for electricity and ATCO Gas for natural gas, you can switch to our competitive rates.

Why do Barrhead residents pay different rates than Edmonton?

While the competitive retail rate (what Get Energy charges) is the same province-wide, distribution and transmission charges can vary. These are set by your local distributor (FortisAlberta) and are the same regardless of which retailer you choose.

Can I switch to Get Energy if I'm on a contract with another retailer?

Check your current contract for any early termination fees. With Get Energy, we never charge cancellation fees. If you're currently on the regulated rate (RRO), you can switch at any time with no penalties.

Is there a contract or cancellation fee?

No. Get Energy does not require long-term contracts and there are no cancellation fees. You're free to switch at any time.

How long does it take to switch energy providers in Barrhead?

The switch typically takes about 10 days from when you sign up. During the transition, your current provider continues to supply your energy without any interruption.