Electric Metering

We read electric meters once every month. Our meter readers, electric utility workers, and the fire department personnel must have access to all electric meters. When putting on an addition to your home or business, check to see if the meter must be moved. Contact the Electric Department at 419-633-6120 for advice on the best location for the meter. Moving the meter is the responsibility of the homeowner or business. When work on the meter base or main breaker is needed, please give us 48 hours notice to disconnect the service.

The city meters and bills electric use in kilowatt hours. We round off to the nearest kilowatt for reading and billing purposes. For complete pricing information, link to Electric Rates.

Meter Accuracy

Electric meters are extremely accurate. Meters are tested before being installed and then tested on a rotating basis to ensure accuracy. Meters are very rarely found to run fast and record an increased usage. Like most other machines meters tend to slow with age.

If you feel that there is a problem with your meter, we will test the meter for accuracy. Please call our office at (419) 633-6120 to schedule a meter test.

Meter Tampering

Tampering with an electric meter is a federal offense. It is also extremely dangerous.

Only Bryan Municipal Utility personnel are authorized to break or replace a meter seal. If you believe someone is tampering with an electric meter, please contact us immediately at (419) 636-6120 or electric@cityofbryan.com.