Some of the most common causes of higher-than-expected electric bills are weather-related.
In hot weather, your electric bill may reflect:
- Higher-than average air conditioning use.
- Extended use of swimming pool and spa pumps.
- Increased energy needed to keep refrigerators and freezers cold.
In cold weather, you may use more energy when:
- Heating systems are in use more.
- Portable electric heaters are in use.
- More lighting is required for longer nights.
- Holiday lighting and appliances are used for entertaining.
- Your electric bill may also affected by:
- More days than average in the billing period.
- A previous unpaid balance.
The balance from multiple accounts included on your bill.
Though we can boast meter reading accuracy of more than 98%, sometimes errors do occur. If you think the meter reading on your bill is in error, you can you can contact us at 1-800-655-4555.