What do you do if your meter reading is wrong?

What do you do if your meter reading is wrong?

If you think that one of the readings is not right, contact your energy supplier. They can ask Sibelga to check the meter reading again and correct it if necessary. Even if an error is in your favour and your energy bill is considerably lower than usual, it is best to let your energy supplier know immediately.

How do you correct a meter reading?

To determine your correct meter reading, simply read the dials in order from right to left. As you read each dial, write down the number. In most cases, the pointer will be between two numbers on the dial. THE CORRECT NUMBER IS THE LOWER OF THE TWO, EXCEPT WHEN BETWEEN THE 0 AND 9, IN THAT CASE YOU WOULD READ THE 9.

Can electric meters be wrong?

Faulty gas or electricity meters are rare. But you should still keep an eye on your meter to make sure it’s working properly. A damaged or faulty meter could be a safety hazard. It could also cost you money.

Can you dispute a Con Edison bill?

If you believe there is an error on your bill or have a question about your service, please call Southern California Edison (SCE) customer support at 1-800-655-4555. If you are not satisfied with SCE’s response, submit a complaint to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) at www.cpuc.ca.gov/ complaints/.

How do I know if my meter is faulty?

If you have a credit meter

1. If the meter stops, turn on 1 appliance at a time and check the meter.
2. If the meter is still moving, it’s probably faulty.
3. If it’s faulty, your supplier should replace it.
4. If it’s not faulty, you could have to pay for the cost of the test.

How can I reduce my electric meter reading?

Here are four simple ways you can lower your next electricity bill:

1. Dump the Old Appliances.
2. Unplug the Appliances.
3. Avoid Equipment Use during ‘Peak Hours’
4. Use Smarter Equipment & Solutions.

How can I tell if my electric meter is working correctly?

If you have a credit meter If the meter stops, turn on 1 appliance at a time and check the meter. If the meter starts to move very quickly, the appliance could be faulty. If the meter is still moving, it’s probably faulty.

How do I know if my electric meter is bad?

If your power goes out and there is no electrical outage in your area, you could have a broken electric meter. Sometimes, heavy storms can cause the electric meter to break or pull away from your home. If the connection is broken from the meter to your home, it stops working and so does the power.

How do I file a complaint against Con Edison?

You can complain toll free to the PSC about electric, gas, telephone, water and cable TV service at 1-800-342-3377….Complaints to the Utility

1. Promptly and fairly investigate complaints and report results to the customer.
2. Inform you that you can get a written report and provide one at your request.

Why is Con Edison bill so high?

“The increase in electric bills is largely due to the higher cost of the commodity,” Con Ed spokesperson Allan Drury explained to Bklyner. “Wholesale electric capacity prices and the cost of the natural gas used to generate electricity are higher.”