SarniaStudent Housing

Student Housing Submetering in Sarnia

Student housing often has high electricity consumption due to frequent turnover and varied usage patterns. Submetering provides accountability and may help reduce waste.

Benefits of Student Housing Submetering in Sarnia

Encourages responsible electricity use among students

Individual billing reduces disputes about shared costs

Simplifies utility management for property operators

Usage data helps identify waste patterns

Zero installation cost

Full billing and customer service support

Sarnia Utility Information

Sarnia is served by Bluewater Power. Voltage Vision works alongside Bluewater Power to provide submetering services for student housing in the Southwestern Ontario region.

According to a Navigant study, sub-metered buildings may see up to 40% reduction in suite electricity consumption.

Utility pass-through charges from Bluewater Power are passed through with no markup, as required by the OEB Unit Sub-Metering Code. Voltage Vision service charges are separate and clearly disclosed.

Student Housing Submetering FAQ for Sarnia

How does submetering work with frequent tenant turnover?

Our billing system handles move-ins and move-outs. Meter readings are taken at each turnover point, and each tenant is billed for their period of occupancy only.

Can students access OESP?

OESP eligibility is based on household income and size. Students who meet the eligibility criteria may qualify. We include OESP information in our resident welcome packages.

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