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Understanding Your Electric Bill

Navigating your energy bill may be overwhelming at times. At AEP Ohio, we’re committed to helping you understand your bill and the charges you pay each month. Key Terms to Know A few factors make up your bill: Supply/Generation charge: The cost of making (generating) the electricity provided to you — think power plants and …

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Life as a Lineworker

Passionate, dedicated and caring — these are just a few characteristics that define a lineworker. They work in some of the harshest conditions — freezing rain, sub-zero temperatures or sweltering heat — day in and day out, restoring electricity, something many of us take for granted. Our customers often call them heroes for their efforts …

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Upcoming Adjustments to Your Electric Bill

AEP Ohio is committed to informing you about anything that could affect your electric service and bill. This spring and summer, the rates for two of the components that make up your bill will be updated. Ultimately, your bill heavily depends on how much electricity you use and who provides your electric generation supply. Who …

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New Programs Let You Earn Money While Saving Energy

You likely already know that you only pay for the electricity you use, and that making energy-efficient choices can help reduce your usage. Now, AEP Ohio is introducing new ways to earn money while saving energy. Our Power Rewards: Smart Thermostat program rewards you for reducing your electricity use when energy demand is high. All …

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Spring into Action: Tips for Successful Tree Planting

As we enter the spring season, many are outside, kickstarting landscaping projects for the year. AEP Ohio recommends that customers carefully plan before planting around power lines. One tree branch making contact with a power line can knock out electricity to hundreds or even thousands of customers — so it’s important to plan before you …

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What to Do When the Lights Go Out

AEP Ohio is dedicated to providing reliable and safe electric service. Some factors are beyond our control. Vehicle accidents and storms are some of the primary causes of power outages. When that happens, we want you to be prepared. Where to Find Outage Information We provide updates about power restoration progress on our website AEPOhio.com, …

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