ComplaintsforNationwide Energy Partners, LLC

• Initial Complaint

  10/02/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  This company is a giant scam and needs to be investigated heavily on everything from the meters they use to the prices they charge I work 7 days a week 12 hrs a day I dont have lights in my apartment other than the walkways and the kitchen as well as bathrooms I leave my ac/ heater off 90% of the time I only use the shower maybe 10 minutes a day and do laundry once every 2 weeks I dont even use my stove half the time bc Im to tired to cook so I just pick up food otw home but yet my electric and water bill is higher every month by $50+ and I always pay on time but yet this month its almost $300 for it

  Business response

  10/16/2024

  Hello Kaliph,
  
  Thank you for sharing your concerns. We truly value your experience as a resident of a Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) partner community, and wed like to clarify the details of your billing.
  
  First, we want to assure you that NEP never charges residents at rates higher than those of the local host utility. NEP is contractually obligated to never charge at a rate exceeding the local utilitys rate for the same usage. We take the obligation very seriously. To verify your rate, please visit the ************************* of Ohios (PUCOs) Utility Rate Survey Dashboard at ******************************************************************************.
  
  The other factor affecting the electricity portion of your NEP bill is usage. While we cannot determine how electricity is used in individual units, many variables can impact consumption. NEP individually meters each unit and bills based on actual usage, using state-of-the-art industrial meters, the same type used by the utilities. These meters are highly reliable, rigorously tested, and certified for accuracy before deployment. Over our 25 years of operations, NEP has carried out hundreds of meter tests, and 100% of them were deemed accurate by third-party testing companies. Although we cannot speculate on what is using electricity in any given unit, your monthly kWh usage is comparable to other units of similar size in your community. For helpful energy-saving tips, please visit the conservation tips page on our resident website (**************************************************************).
  
  Additionally, as requested by your property, NEP provides a unified bill for each resident in the community. This means your NEP bill not only includes your personal electricity usage but also for water & sewer, trash, and common area charges. Your community chose the unified bill option to provide transparency and simplify the payment process, consolidating multiple services into a single statement rather than separate bills or inclusion in your rent. This approach does not change or increase the amount you pay for these services.
  
  For example, your September bill consisted of:
  
         $180.43 for electricity usage in your unit
         $68.91 for water & sewer, and
         $30.00 in community charges consisting of a $20 trash fee and $10 for electricity used in the shared common spaces in your community.
  
  If you have further questions or need additional assistance, please call our resident support team at ************, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST.
  
  Thank you for your understanding.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

• Initial Complaint

  08/16/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Re: Nationwide Energy Partners resident acct.#****** - sudden high increase in water charges (since Feb. 2024) After three unanswered inquiry emails to NEP, I have no alternative but to file a formal complaint with your proactive organization. I poured over the already unacceptably high volume of resident complaints amassed by the BBB. And not surprisingly, my situation is suspiciously identical: Sole owner-occupant of a one bedroom condo unit. Per NEP website recommendation, recent attempts were made to locate water meter info under ***************** and an NEP-provided https:// lengthy address re: origin of charges. **************** was the result on these and similar searches. The NEP response form letters were full of platitudes and staid excuses, clearly designed to be just "legal" enough to tap dance on. I.E.:1. NEP: We value your feedback/input/experience as a *********** Response: What they "value" is they've found a way to collect additional revenue without giving any substantiated explanations.2. NEP: We are unaware of your habits/lifestyle/utility ******** Response: Since my unit closed in April of 2005, NEP has had no technical difficulty in gauging my "habits" nor actual usage for the past 19 years.3. NEP: Proficient equipment that is "monitored for accuracy".MY Response: The units in this ***** #4 were finaled in the Summer of 2004. NEP's arrogance has led them to believe they exist in an alternate universe where equipment never malfunctions nor deteriorates. My payment history with NEP has been spotless for 19 years and worthy of professional consideration. Therefore, we both should require something more definitive from them than another form letter response. Just have them explain these sudden sharp spikes in water charges. Thank you,**** ****** ****************************************** Phone #************

  Business response

  09/09/2024

  Dear ****,
  
  Thank you for reaching out. We understand your concerns about your water bill.
  
  As our resident support supervisor explained in your recent conversation, NEP has been estimating water usage in your unit. You can identify this by the * notation next to the water usage on your NEP bill, notating that it was an estimated, not an actual reading. *stimating is not the most accurate way to bill a resident and is not our preference, as this method becomes increasingly inaccurate with time.
  
  Recently, our methodology for estimating usage at all properties we serve was adjusted to reflect normal usage more accurately in most units. This change in the estimating procedure affected the estimated billing amount for your unit. 
  
  As our resident support supervisor explained, the best solution is for NEP to replace your water meter so you can be billed based on actual not estimated water usage in the unit. We appreciate your willingness to work with us to find a mutually convenient time to replace the water meter in your unit.
  
  If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact our resident support experts at ************, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. *ST.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

  Customer response

  09/09/2024

  [If you do not say why you are rejecting the company's response, BBB must close your complaint.] 
  
  Complaint: 22154736
  
  I am rejecting this response because: scheduling issues for water meter replacement not yet finalized (due to Labor Day holiday). Should be on NEP service schedule by Thursday 9-12-24.
  
  Regards,
  
  **** ******

  Business response

  09/12/2024

  Hi ****,

  The appointment is scheduled for 1:00 pm on Thursday, September 12th. 

  Sincerely,

  Nationwide Energy Partners

  Customer response

  09/12/2024

  [If you do not say why you are rejecting the company's response, BBB must close your complaint.] 
  
  Complaint: 22154736
  
  I am rejecting this response because: we need to confirm the successful result of this service visit, and subsequent re$olution of billing overages.
  
  Regards,
  
  **** ******

  Customer response

  09/27/2024

  Re: Complaint #********

  I was finally informed on 8-27-24 that the sole reason for our collective efforts in this matter was an outdated phone # (which became invalid 16 years ago).  Any prestigious, professionally managed corporation in this century would consider this an easy fix; however NEP was clearly stumped for a timely solution.

  NEP has stated:  "Estimating is not the most accurate way to bill a resident and is not our preference, as this method becomes increasingly inaccurate with time".  A very admirable admission of the facts.

  NEP's next scheduled read date is 10-5-24.  In the meantime, a thorough analysis has been conducted on previous monthly estimates over a substantial time period.  I eagerly await an actual measurement read via a new meter installed YEARS after its necessary time due to a clerical oversight.  I look forward to reviewing NEP's over-billing credit amount.

  Thank you,

  **** ******, NEP acct.#******

  Customer response

  10/01/2024

  Re: Complaint #********
  
  I was finally informed on 8-27-24 that the sole reason for our collective efforts in this matter was an outdated phone # (which became invalid 16 years ago).  Any prestigious, professionally managed corporation in this century would consider this an easy fix; however NEP was clearly stumped for a timely solution.
  
  NEP has stated:  "Estimating is not the most accurate way to bill a resident and is not our preference, as this method becomes increasingly inaccurate with time".  A very admirable admission of the facts.
  
  NEP's next scheduled read date is 10-5-24.  In the meantime, a thorough analysis has been conducted on previous monthly estimates over a substantial time period.  I eagerly await an actual measurement read via a new meter installed YEARS after its necessary time due to a clerical oversight.  I look forward to reviewing NEP's over-billing credit amount.
  
  Thank you,
  
  **** ******, NEP acct.#******

  Business response

  10/31/2024

  I left a voicemail message about this complaint on Tuesday with Tre, and have yet to receive a response

  **** *****

  Customer response

  11/01/2024

  This matter has not been finalized.  The replacement water meter was installed 9-12-24, resulting in an open-ended estimate.  The next scheduled read date is 11-5-24.  Over-billing calculations will be made/reviewed upon receipt of invoice.  We should also request NEP submit their intended credit amount for the overages in the obvious # of months in question.

  Complaint #********

  Thank you, **** ******

• Initial Complaint

  05/29/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I’m am being over charged for my electric bill I was out of town for 3 weeks and came back to a light bill of 502 for a 2 bedroom apt my bill has never been this high ever even when I am home they producing inaccurate meter reading something has to be done about this you tell by previous months my usage has never been this high . So how is the highest ever when I’ve been away from home

  Business response

  06/20/2024

  Dear **********,
  
  We genuinely value your input as a resident of a Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) partner community, and we appreciate your contacting us.
  
  Our resident support supervisor and your property management team have reached out to you directly to discuss and better understand your concerns. We know unexpectedly high bills are never fun, and we sincerely hope these conversations brought some clarity. 
  
  To reiterate, NEP individually meters and bills every multifamily unit in the communities we serve using state-of-the-art industrial meters. These meters are extremely reliable and rigorously tested before they leave the manufacturing facility, where they are certified for accuracy. During our 25 years of operations, NEP has carried out hundreds of meter tests and 100% were deemed accurate by third-party testing companies. Additionally, the property management team at your community has informed us that one of their technicians checked the thermostat in the unit to ensure it is working correctly.
  
  Keep in mind that many variables can impact the amount of electricity used in a unit. Some examples are unit size, location, weather, insulation, construction quality, heating/cooling efficiency, personal habits, and more. As such, we cannot speculate on what is using electricity in your unit, but we are confident in the accuracy of the meter measurements for your unit. For helpful tips on reducing usage, please visit our conservation tips page on the resident website (****************).
  
  Finally, NEP always bills at a rate that is at or below what the local utility would charge for the same usage amount. You can verify this rate for yourself by visiting the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s Utility Rate Survey Dashboard (****************)
  
  If you have questions about using this dashboard or any concerns about your account, please call our resident support experts at ###-###-####, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. 
  
  Sincerely,
  
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

• Initial Complaint

  05/16/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  NEP continues to disconnect peoples power and if not paid by a certain hour, they make you wait until the whole following day before reconnecting your service and at this point, it is starting to seem as if they are taking my money and not providing the service i am paying for. i was told to make a payment of a specific amount by 2pm today in order to have my service reconnected today. i made the payment at 12:21pm. it is now 4:27pm and i remain without power in my home. they have chosen to have an all company meeting since noon today and they close at 6pm today and the only people that their phone number gives you now is a team who is just sending emails to them reporting our calls which clearly no one is seeing if they’re all in a meeting. this is the worst service i have ever experienced and i expect to be prorated for the payment they received and the service that has NOT been given to me.

  Business response

  06/05/2024

  Dear *****,
  
  Thank you for your valuable input as a resident of a Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) partner community.
  
  We appreciate your concerns and apologize for any miscommunication or misunderstanding. Our resident support supervisor has contacted you to address this issue directly. We trust this conversation has resolved your concerns.
  
  Of course, if you have additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our resident support experts at 877-818-2637, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

• Initial Complaint

  03/26/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  This company has more than doubled it's rates and the charges have become very inconsistant. I live alone in a well built well insulated apartment with people on each side of me. My bills in the last year have increased by more than $100 a month sometimes $200. I live alone, and utilites are not utililized like a regular household. Laundry and dishes once a week and heat is off sometimes more than a week at a time. We all live in this community and we are all complaining and are victims to these crooks. Some are paying over $700 a month. They don't allow payment plans or budget bills. I want to see them looked into, something is not right. Not when they are charging double than what ATT is charging.

  Business response

  04/12/2024

  Hi *****,
  
  We value your input as a resident of a Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) partner community.
  
  NEP is contractually obligated to never charge at a rate exceeding the local utility’s rate for the same usage. In other words, we bill at a rate that is the same or less than what *** would have charged you for the same usage amount. As the media widely reported last summer, American Electric Power’s (AEP’s) rates increased in June 2023 by about 28%. Implications that we bill residents at a rate greater than the host utility’s all-in residential rate are incorrect. You can verify your rate for yourself by visiting the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s Utility Rate Survey Dashboard (*******************************************************************************
  
  Each multifamily unit we serve is individually metered and billed for the actual usage. NEP uses state-of-the-art, industrial meters. These meters are incredibly reliable and rigorously tested before they leave the manufacturing facility, where they are certified for accuracy. Over our 25 years of operations, NEP has carried out hundreds of meter tests and 100% were deemed accurate by a third-party testing company. Although we will not speculate on what is using electricity in any given unit, we have great confidence in the accuracy of the total amount measured.
  
  One appliance that can use a lot of energy during Ohio winters is the heat pump. Commonly used in central Ohio apartments - and typically efficient most of the year - heat pumps can be incredibly inefficient during very cold weather heating a residence. *** ****, President, and CEO of the North American Reliability Corporation earlier this winter said: “…once you get to a certain point where the heat pump can no longer heat your house, it flips to a backup source of heat, which is typically electric-resistive strip heating. This is highly inefficient.”
  
  Watch our video at **************** to learn more about how heat pumps heat your unit and why they can be inefficient.
  
  Finally, NEP does allow for payment plans. You can learn more by contacting our resident support experts at ###-###-####, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm EST.
  
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

• Initial Complaint

  03/01/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Sales and Advertising Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Description: Consumer is a customer of Nationwide Energy Partners. She stated that their rates are extremely high.

  Business response

  03/22/2024

  Dear ********,

  Thank you for your inquiry. We value your input and experience as a resident of a Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) partner community.  

  We appreciate your frustration at the current cost of electricity. As the media widely reported last summer, AEP’s rates increased in June 2023 by about 28% (you can read about this at ************************************************************************************************. NEP is contractually obligated never to charge you at a rate exceeding the local utility’s all-in rate for the same usage. In other words, we bill at a rate that is the same or less than what AEP would have charged you for the same usage.
  
  You can verify the accuracy of this rate for yourself by visiting the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Utility Rate Survey Dashboard. (****************)  
  Below are the steps for using the dashboard. However, if you need more assistance, please call us at ###-###-####; we would be happy to help. 
  
  Step 1: Visit the Ohio Utility Rate Survey page 
  (****************) 
  
  Step 2: Launch the Utility Rate Survey Dashboard via the button link on the right-hand side of the page  
  
  Step 3: Click the tab at the top of the page labeled “Unit Cost.” This opens a spreadsheet titled “Ohio Utility Bills – Residential Customers <Month> Comparison of Bills Major Ohio Cities” 
  
  Step 4: Complete the information by providing the following information in the right-hand column boxes: 
  ·  Customer Type – Choose “Residential” 
  ·  Report Date – Choose the month you want to compare (typically, your most recent billing month) 
  ·  Monthly Usage – From your bill for the month chosen, find your total kWh usage 
  ·  Demand (kW) - Enter 0 (zero) 
  ·  Reactive Demand (kVAR) - Enter 0 (zero) 
  ·  Mcf or Ccf – This is used for the gas calculations on the page and will not affect the “Electric Bill / Per kWh” column. You can leave the default choice.  
  ·  Monthly Usage (Mcf or Ccf) - This is used for the gas calculations and will not affect the “Electric Bill / Per kWh” column. You can leave the default choice. 
  
  Step 5: Once you have entered the information, make sure you refresh the data. If there is a circular arrow in the Monthly Usage box, click it.  
  
  Step 6: Find the row that corresponds to your city. The first column (Total Charge) shows your total electric bill for that period, which is the sum of the generation, transmission, distribution, and fixed charge. The second column (Per Unit of Usage) shows your rate for that period.  
  
  Please note:
  · Due to rounding factors, the Total Charge shown on the Utility Rate Survey Dashboard and the electric charge on your NEP bill may differ by a few pennies. 
  · This comparison does not include other elements of your NEP bill, including other utilities you are billed for, such as water and/or gas, common area usage, or late fees.
  
  Nationwide Energy Partners

• Initial Complaint

  02/20/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Water bill has been outrageous, and does not make sense for a one bedroom with one tenant

  Business response

  03/06/2024

  Dear ********, 
  
  Thank you for submitting your input and experience as a resident of an NEP partner community. We appreciate your feedback and the opportunity to respond to your concerns. 
  
  We have reviewed your account and trust the provided detail in this response will bring clarity. 
  
  The referenced bill in your complaint of $90.56 consists of more than a single month’s usage. It includes your initial month’s balance which includes usage of 98 CuFt of usage in the amount of $28.63 for the period of December 17, 2023 – January 5, 2024. This covered water and sewer charges and was not a full month’s service.  
  
  Your second bill covered water and sewer usage for 281 CuFt in the amount of $53.76 from January 5, 2024 – February 5, 2024. This is a full month’s usage and the amount used is historically typical for this unit. Again, the amount due of $90.56 includes the amount from the previous month. 
  
  If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at ###-###-####, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm EST. 
   
  Nationwide Energy Partners 

  Business response

  03/06/2024

  Dear ********, 
  
  Thank you for submitting your input and experience as a resident of an NEP partner community. We appreciate your feedback and the opportunity to respond to your concerns. 
  
  We have reviewed your account and trust the provided detail in this response will bring clarity. 
  
  The referenced bill in your complaint of $90.56 consists of more than a single month’s usage. It includes your initial month’s balance which includes usage of 98 CuFt of usage in the amount of $28.63 for the period of December 17, 2023 – January 5, 2024. This covered water and sewer charges and was not a full month’s service.  
  
  Your second bill covered water and sewer usage for 281 CuFt in the amount of $53.76 from January 5, 2024 – February 5, 2024. This is a full month’s usage and the amount used is historically typical for this unit. Again, the amount due of $90.56 includes the amount from the previous month. 
  
  If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at ###-###-####, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm EST. 
   
  Nationwide Energy Partners 

• Initial Complaint

  02/03/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  My new apt. owners tried to charge us for water, They used Nationwide Energy Partners to " estimate ' our water bill in a meter less apt. Obviously that didn't work. I paid the initial bill, and when this practice was deemed invalid, Nationwide was to issue all of us a refund check. I received a letter, on 9/28/23, stating Nationwide would issue us a refund in 30 to 45 days. Despite contacting Nationwide 3 times via Emails, it's been 20 weeks, 5 months, and no refund check. Unacceptable.

  Business response

  02/19/2024

  Dear ***,  
  
  Thank you for taking the time to express your concerns. A refund has been issued. If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at ###-###-####, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm EST. 
   
  Nationwide Energy Partners 

• Initial Complaint

  11/13/2023

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  On August 11th 2023, I was sent a bill from Nationwide Energy Partners for the amount of $587.26, in which the company alleges that I had consumed 5466 cuft of water. In more tangible terms, that is around 40,900 gallons of water for the billing period or around 1,360 gallons a day. For reference, my typical consumption appears to be around 300 cuft. Following this bill, I contacted NEP to request that a technician check the water meter. After battling with the CSA (who was convinced this was a leak) for some time, they finally sent a technician along on the 18th of that month. Rather than inspecting the meter, the gentleman informed me that he was told that the meter was not reading at all and that he was directed to replace the meter outright. I waited a week or so and no amended bill had been sent, so I reached back out to the customer service agent. She informed me that she would "work on the case" and will get back to me. After weeks passed, I reached out again and almost immediately she responded that it was a true meter reading and has since been unreachable.

  Business response

  12/04/2023

  Dear **********,  
  
  Thank you for your inquiry and for expressing your concerns about your water bill. We genuinely value your input and experience as a resident of an NEP partner community. We appreciate your patience as we investigated this situation. 
  
  As you know, our resident support supervisor has contacted you directly to discuss your account and provide a more personal, detailed response that we can offer on this platform. We trust that you found your conversation with her to be helpful in resolving this issue. If you need further assistance, have any questions, or require additional information, please don't hesitate to reach out to our resident support team directly, Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm at ###-###-####.
  
  Sincerely, 
   
  NEP 

• Initial Complaint

  10/25/2023

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I never had service with the company. I will Billed by the illuminating company. Also how do I have bill for 70.00 and I never Stayed in the apartment. No one answers the phone. I just keep getting texts demanding a payment

  Business response

  11/03/2023

  Dear *******, 
  
  Thank you for reaching out.  
  
  NEP bills the residents of our partner communities and the community’s request. We have contacted the property directly about your concerns and were informed that the property’s records show you were a resident for a short period and are responsible for this one month of usage. We encourage you to contact the property directly to resolve this issue and for additional information.  
  
  If you need additional assistance from NEP, please contact us at ###-###-####, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST. 
  
  Thank you, 
   
  NEP 

  Customer response

  11/03/2023

  [If you do not say why you are rejecting the company's response, BBB must close your complaint.] 
  
  Complaint: 20782562
  
  I am rejecting this response because: I was billed by the Illuminating company. I never stayed in that apartment and made management aware of it. I also contacted the company and told them my electric supplier was the illuminating company.
  
  Regards,
  
  ******* ******

  Customer response

  11/06/2023

  *** **

  Customer response

  11/06/2023

  I stayed at **** ******* ****** *** **
  I established my electricity thru the illuminating company. I never physically stayed in apartment. I was billed by the illuminating company. 
  

  so I need to know why this company is billing me also especially since I never Signed anything with them. 

  Business response

  11/08/2023

  Hello *******,

  The Illuminating Company is your electric bill at this property. The Nationwide Energy Partners bill is for water usage. 

  As noted previously, we bill residents at the direction of the property and they have informed us you are responsible for the bill. Questions or concerns about this responsibility should be directed to the property.

  Thank you,

  NEP

  Customer response

  11/08/2023

  [If you do not say why you are rejecting the company's response, BBB must close your complaint.] 
  
  Complaint: 20782562
  
  I am rejecting this response because: I never Stayed in that apartment. I flushed The toilet two times while there. So how is the bill so high for non usage. 
  
  
  Regards,
  
  ******* ******

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