Looking for more Predictable Energy Costs this Summer

Looking for more predictable energy costs this summer? Ameren Missouri's Budget Billing can help

Free tool helps Ameren Missouri customers level out any seasonal changes in their energy bill

During the summer months, home appliances need to work harder due to the rising temperatures outside. To give customers options and additional control over their energy bill, Ameren Missouri offers Budget Billing, a free tool that can provide bill predictability and consistency. Customers can avoid seasonal spikes in their energy bills by dividing their previous year's usage into predictable baseline monthly payments. This means bills stay more consistent each month, regardless of weather changes.

Customers can choose to enroll in Budget Billing and receive a more consistent monthly payment amount.

"Midwest summers get hot and humid, which means our air conditioners have to run longer and more often to keep our homes safe and comfortable and that could impact energy bills," said Jeronica Jenkins, director of customer care at Ameren. "That's why we make it easy for you to sign up for Budget Billing before the season changes. Our goal is to give you options that help you manage your energy costs, no matter the time of year."

Periodic energy statement reviews are conducted for customers enrolled in Budget Billing to ensure their payments reflect actual energy usage; these assessments may result in adjustments to the customer's monthly payment amount. If there ends up being a difference between actual energy usage and monthly payments, Ameren encourages customers to utilize the rollover option.

At the end of each year, any difference between the cost of energy used and the amount paid will roll over as a charge or payment, divided across the next 12 months. This prevents unexpected fees and keeps payments manageable. Customers can also settle the remainder with a single payment or credit if they choose.

In most cases, residential customers are eligible for Budget Billing. Many business customers are also eligible based on specific account criteria. To learn more about Budget Billing, please visit ameren.com/bill/options/budget-billing.