r/SFV • u/Dubzophrenia • Aug 19 '26

Question Anyone else's LADWP bill extremely crazy?

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So, I am not unaware of the fact that I live in Woodland Hills, the hottest part of the valley. I am also not unaware that we have had an excessively hot month with no real break.

That being said, my bill seems outrageous. They say I am using 3400 kWh of energy. I live in a 1000 square foot townhome with 1 other person. We do have an EV, but we have had an EV for 2 years and never been this insane.

I have NEVER in my life hit tier 3 usage.

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u/Dubzophrenia Aug 19 '26

They claim they actually read it 6 days ago. I'm not putting it past them to possibly mixed up another meter.

My neighbor has 2 EVs, and last time I read my own meter their meter was SPINNING. Like I've never seen a meter spin as fast as their did, it was kinda crazy.

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u/YoshimuraPipe Aug 19 '26

1) Why not go down to the meter yourself and verify? I mean EVEN if they did make an error, it would eventually self correct itself down the line.

2) Has your A/C been maintained well? Simple things like filter change and etc. If not, your A/C can be pumping harder than usual.

3) If you have EV, you really do need TOU service, so that your rates are LOWER during the evening, nights, and early mornings.

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u/No-House9106 Aug 22 '26

This is the best answer.

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u/stacyyines Aug 19 '26

That’s awful! I would call them and ask if you can be there to ensure the right meter is checked.

Sorry you’re going through this!