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Why is my power bill high?
Your bill, made clearer.
STEP 1 / 3
Separate use from price.
Find kilowatt-hours (kWh): the power you used. Then look for the rate, fixed fees and other charges.
Your bill = energy used × rate + fees and other charges.
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Separate use from price.
Find kilowatt-hours (kWh): the power you used. Then look for the rate, fixed fees and other charges.
Your bill = energy used × rate + fees and other charges.
Look across the seasons.
Compare kWh and the number of billing days across several bills. Heat, cold, guests and new appliances can change use.
A longer billing period can mean a bigger bill, even if daily use stays the same.
Compare the whole cost.
Add a proposed solar payment to the utility charges that would remain. Check fees and payment changes. Keeping your current setup may be better.
Bring recent bills. You do not need to upload a bill or share credit details to start.
Grid Pros advisory team · Updated October 14, 2026. General education; your written proposal and local safety guidance control.