Complaint Letter for Wrong or High Electricity Bill — Samples & Free Writer
Got an electricity bill much higher than usual, or a bill based on a wrong reading? Copy a sample complaint below for your electricity office, or type the problem in your own words and get a clear, polite letter.
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Complaint about an excess bill
To, The Assistant Engineer / Executive Engineer, [Electricity board / company name] [Sub-division / office], [City] Date: [Date] Subject: Complaint regarding excess electricity bill for [Month and year] – Consumer No. [Consumer number] Respected Sir/Madam, I am a consumer with consumer number [Consumer number], at [Address]. My electricity bill for [Month and year] is ₹[Amount], while my usual monthly bill is around ₹[Usual amount]. There has been no increase in our electricity use during this period. I believe the bill may be based on a wrong or estimated meter reading. I request you to kindly check the meter reading and issue a corrected bill. Copies of the disputed bill, my previous bill and a photo of the current meter reading are attached. Thank you. Yours faithfully, [Your name] Consumer No.: [Consumer number] Mobile: [Mobile number]
Complaint about a faulty meter
To, The Assistant Engineer, [Electricity board / company name] [Sub-division / office], [City] Date: [Date] Subject: Request to check faulty electricity meter – Consumer No. [Consumer number] Respected Sir/Madam, I wish to inform you that the electricity meter at my premises, [Address], appears to be faulty since [Date]. [Describe the problem, e.g. the display is blank / the meter runs even when the main switch is off / readings are jumping.] As a result, my recent bills seem incorrect. I request you to kindly send a technician to test the meter and replace it if needed, and to revise my bill accordingly. Thank you for your prompt action. Yours faithfully, [Your name] Consumer No.: [Consumer number] Mobile: [Mobile number]
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Tips
- Mention your consumer number, the bill month and the amount, and compare it with your usual bill.
- Attach copies of the disputed bill, an earlier bill and a photo of the current meter reading.
- Ask for a specific action: a meter check, a corrected bill, or a fresh reading.
Frequently asked questions
To whom should I address an electricity bill complaint?
Usually to the Assistant Engineer or the officer in charge of your local electricity sub-division or customer care office. The office address and helpline are often printed on your bill.
What documents should I attach?
Copies of the disputed bill and an earlier normal bill, a photo of the meter reading, and your consumer number. Keep the originals with you.
Can I complain online instead?
Many electricity companies accept complaints on their website, app or helpline. You can paste the same letter text into an online complaint form.
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