The right way to split electricity bills per room

Electricity is the number-one source of rent disputes in shared accommodation. A flat 'included' charge feels unfair to light users; a vague split feels arbitrary to everyone. Meter-based billing fixes both.

Why per-room metering wins

When each room or floor has its own sub-meter, every tenant pays for exactly what they use. There's nothing to argue about — the reading is the reading. It also nudges tenants to switch off ACs and lights, lowering your total bill.

The simple monthly workflow

• Note the previous and current reading for each meter.
• Units consumed = current − previous.
• Charge = units × your per-unit rate.
• Add it to that room's rent for the month.

Transparent billing isn't just fairer — it's the fastest way to stop the monthly 'why is my bill so high' conversation.

Keep a record

Always share the reading and the calculation with the bill, not just the final amount. A one-line breakdown builds trust and means tenants pay on time without follow-up.