PG&E replacing 1600 defective Smartmeters

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- PG&E plans to replace the meters at no cost to customers, and issue full refunds to anyone who received an inaccurate bill.

The utility announced, about 1,600 of the meters can run fast in warm temperatures, which leads them to miscalculate electric bills. It's a small percentage of the 2-million Smartmeters that have been installed at homes and businesses.

PG&E plans to replace the meters at no cost to customers, and issue full refunds to anyone who received an inaccurate bill. The company says average refund will be about $40.00 per customer. PG&E will also issue a $25.00 credit for customer inconvenience.

Any customers with questions can contact PG&E Smartmeter Help Line at 1-866-743-0263.

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