15 Ways to Eliminate Errors and Overcharges on Gas Bills
Tired of poring over your gas bill every month to find the errors your utility company missed? Here's a look at our top tips for eliminating errors avoiding paying too much on your gas bill.
Late fees: If you see a late fee charged on your bills, it could be an error, or you need to review your payment policies as this can add substantial cost.
Incorrect applications of tariffs. Many utility companies may not charge the correct taxes on their bills. There are many different taxes such as city tax, county tax, state tax, federal tax, franchise fees etc. A careful review can result in substantial savings.
Abnormal usage. If the usage spikes suddenly, then something may have gone wrong, such as a leakage or some equipment is left on by mistake and needs further investigation.
Meter reading errors: Errors can happen. SME was asked by one company to look into gas usage and discovered the gas meter multiplier was overstating usage by a factor of 10. SME worked with the utility company to correct their mistake and issue a credit.
Don't forget to check out the rest of the tips on our blog, and if you think you might be paying too much, call us to schedule your no-cost, no-obligation audit of your gas bill.
CenterPoint Energy has released its latest report on gas prices in Minnesota. Prices increased slightly between August and September 2017, and we're spending just slightly more on natural gas than we did this time last year.
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Did you know that it's your responsibility as a customer to find the best utility rates for your business?