FAQs
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UtilityPro is a platform designed to streamline utility billing processes for property managers and owners. It offers tools to manage, calculate, and bill utilities to residents accurately and efficiently.
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You can do utility billing yourself if you have the time, resources, and knowledge to do so.
However, if you are not familiar with best billing practices or don’t have the time to devote, it may be worth hiring a utility billing service to help you.
A reputable utility biller can provide you with the expertise and resources you need to achieve your utility expense recovery goals.
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Yes, UtilityPro can be used for a variety of property types including residential apartments, student housing, commercial properties, and more.
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The platform uses advanced algorithms to accurately calculate each tenant's share of utility expenses based on the chosen allocation method, whether it's submetered usage, square footage, number of occupants, or other criteria.
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Yes, UtilityPro provides tenants with secure online access to view their bills and usage details, promoting transparency and reducing disputes.
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UtilityPro offers integration with popular accounting and property management software, streamlining financial processes and reducing manual data entry.
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Almost immediately. Utility expenses are recaptured and owners/managers save thousands.
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Multi-unit properties with a master utility meter can be equipped with submeters to bill water, sewer, gas, and electric.
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No - Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) can be used as an alternative to submeters. RUBS allocates the utility cost among residents based on certain criteria like square footage and number of occupants.
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Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS) is a calculation method based on a unit’s size and number of occupants. RUBS allows managers/owners to recapture utility expenses without having to install submeters.