Mixed Use Submetering in Waterloo
Mixed-use buildings have diverse electricity consumption patterns. Submetering allows each unit, whether residential or commercial, to be billed based on their actual usage.
Benefits of Mixed Use Submetering in Waterloo
Fair cost allocation between residential and commercial tenants
Separate metering for different usage patterns
May reduce disputes about energy cost sharing
Transparent billing for all occupants
Zero installation cost
One provider for all building metering needs
Waterloo Utility Information
Waterloo is served by Waterloo North Hydro. Voltage Vision works alongside Waterloo North Hydro to provide submetering services for mixed use in the Waterloo Region region.
According to a Navigant study, sub-metered buildings may see up to 40% reduction in suite electricity consumption.
Utility pass-through charges from Waterloo North Hydro are passed through with no markup, as required by the OEB Unit Sub-Metering Code. Voltage Vision service charges are separate and clearly disclosed.
Mixed Use Submetering FAQ for Waterloo
Can residential and commercial units be on the same system?
Yes. Modern metering systems can handle different rate classes and usage patterns within the same building. Each unit is metered individually regardless of use type.
Are commercial units billed differently?
Commercial units may have different rate structures from your local distribution company. Voltage Vision passes through the applicable rates for each unit type as required by the OEB Unit Sub-Metering Code.
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