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chengbinzhang2010 t1_j3c1he3 wrote

So I would check a few things:

  • check with Nat Grid that you are on residential heating rate for electricity. They have heating and non heating rates. While you’re at it, helpful to also check if the meter is defective.
  • it could also be payments from previous months that weren’t paid off by the seller. In Which case, check your closing disclosure to see a credit was issued for the utility.
  • Get electrician to verify no other sources are tapping into your electricity meter. Not sure the age of your building but it’s very common for old wirings to stay in place which affects your usage.
  • check with Mass save about your insulation and windows.
  • lastly. If you meet income requirement, you can get a fuel subsidy from the state.

Good luck! Source: I volunteer at FTHB programs, happy to chat more if you have questions.

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moisheah t1_j3cbmve wrote

(Not the op)Would the “residential heating rate” be specified as such somewhere on the bill or account? Thanks!

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chengbinzhang2010 t1_j3cd9pt wrote

Yes. It should be noted on your bill if it’s residential regular or heating. There’s a bunch of other codes so check with the vendor.

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moisheah t1_j3cfrxm wrote

Thank you - I just looked and ours (Nat Grid) says Residential Regular R-1

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chengbinzhang2010 t1_j3ch5ho wrote

Well if you use electricity for heating... then you should update that with the NatGrid.

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moisheah t1_j3chw0j wrote

I really appreciate this info, thank you so much !

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Fuey500 OP t1_j3de2r5 wrote

That's actually what mine says as well under delivery services. IS that the wrong type?

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Fuey500 OP t1_j3dc1c9 wrote

Thanks for the advice. Looks like from my bill my rates at 0.33891

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toppsseller t1_j3evy3p wrote

That's your problem. My town (Grafton) has a third party supplier and the rate is .108...

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