Meter Reading Tips

Your monthly electric bill from Wayne-White Counties Electric Cooperative contains detailed information about your account and energy use. Your electric bill is calculated in kilowatt hours (kwh) used in a monthly billing cycle. An electric meter measures kilowatt hours. A kilowatt hour is 1000 watts of electrical energy used for one hour. One 100-watt bulb burning for 10 hours equal one kwh.

By reading your meter at the same time each month, you will maintain an accurate 30 - 31 days' billing cycle. To calculate the cost of electricity, subtract the present reading from your previous reading to determine the number of kilowatts used during the month. Multiply the number of kilowatt hours used by the cost per kilowatt hour. Next, multiply the public utility cost by the number of kilowatt hours and add to kilowatt hour cost. Add any additional services as listed on your bill to get the total amount on your bill.

Submit your Meter Reading through the website (if desired)

Include your NAME, Account Number, and the CURRENT meter reading.  Remember, it is the responsibility of each member to report their accurate meter reading to us each month in a timely manner.  Failure to report a meter reading will result in a fee of $40, effective September, 2006.

Please remember that the bill you pay today is actually for the electricity you used 2 months ago.

Helpful information can also be found on the reverse side of your bill card.

If you are unfamiliar with your rate structure, contact our office with your ACCOUNT NUMBER and ask for the electric rate on your account. Remember, reading your meter will help you become more aware of your overall energy consumption.  We offer several suggestions and products to help you save money on your energy bill.  While you are here on the website, we encourage you to take a look at the following products and services offered by Wayne-White Counties Electric Cooperative: