Meters & Energy Use

he fastest way to notice a MEPCO billing problem is to compare the meter with the bill. A bill may show a reading that is lower or higher than the number on the meter, repeat the same reading for several months, or carry a label such as estimated or defective. A sudden increase is not…

“How many units will my bill be?” is usually easier to answer than “How many rupees will I pay?” Units come from electricity use recorded by the meter. The rupee amount depends on the tariff category, slabs, taxes, surcharges, adjustments, arrears, and payment timing. That difference is important. A household can estimate its next consumption…