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More Than Just Utility Billing

A ratio utility billing system (RUBS) is a method of calculating the utility consumption of a tenant based on factors such as unit square footage, occupancy, or the number of units at a property. Residents are then billed on a monthly basis based on their calculated utility consumption. Perhaps the biggest advantage of RUBS is the encouragement a property’s community feels to conserve utilities as a whole. Conserving utilities benefits tenants as it lowers their monthly bill while owners see a decrease in overall operation expenses. Furthermore, implementing RUBS give tenants more incentive to report maintenance problems like leaking faucets or toilets.

RUBS Conserves Utilities

On average, tenants use anywhere between 5% to 40% less utilities when RUBS are announced and implemented.  Both, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Apartment Association (NAA) have also concluded that a Ratio Utility Billing System encourages utility conservation. Individual awareness has a huge impact on the level of utility usage. With quicker reporting, you’ll be able to stop problems before they turn into a long-term issue. It is a win-win as residents gain more control of their utility usage, and the property experiences overall conservation.