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That bill doesn't sound that bad. Power tools use alot of energy.
A lot of power tools are charged. Saws are usually plugged in when used--how much can they be used? I've had work done and had the contractor there for 2 weeks while I was home and working on the computer all day and my bill wasn't significantly more. I think the OP needs to find out what's being used--maybe they're leaving lights or tools on and charging overnight. The OP doesn't even live there yet--seems a bit high.
it's not the tools. 5 of them using 300 watts each running for 8 hours STRAIGHT for 30 days STRAIGHT is only about $80 for the month using ~$0.23/kwh. Even a table saw at ~1500 watts running randomly throughout the day won't add up to an hour of straight run time. 1 hour with 5 saws for 30 straight days is ~$50. It's not the tools.
Since the OP has the bill, he can register his account online and view usage history. Report back on all the numbers and dates if you really want to get to the bottom of this.
Is it possible you're getting hit up for some of what the previous homeowner owed? This happened to a friend of mind, however this was for ConEd in NYC.
Is it possible you're getting hit up for some of what the previous homeowner owed? This happened to a friend of mind, however this was for ConEd in NYC.
I asked the same. When I bought my house, I was responsible for a portion of the bill (from the date I closed on the house). It was virtually nothing since no one lived in the house but I was advised at closing that I would pay, if applicable, from the closing date until the end of the billing cycle.
Alternatively you could go read the meter on a day they will be there (start & finish) vs. a day when they're not scheduled to be (Sunday).
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