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Nova Scotia Power Attributes Billing Errors to Outdated System

Nova Scotia Power has informed customers that an outdated billing system is responsible for inaccurate estimates on their bills. The company has stated that while the primary smart meter estimation system has been restored, the legacy program causing the issues is not expected to be rectified until 2029. This situation has raised concerns among customers about billing accuracy and communication from the utility provider.

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Nova Scotia Power has acknowledged that an outdated billing system led to inaccurate estimates on customer bills. The utility company indicated that issues arose from a legacy program that is not scheduled for an update until at least 2029. In the interim, while the primary smart meter estimation system has been repaired, many customers have experienced ongoing concerns regarding their billing accuracy.

This situation has prompted some customers to voice frustration regarding the reliability of billing communications and the perceived lack of timely updates from the company. Nova Scotia Power’s delay in fixing the legacy system has raised questions about its impact on customer satisfaction and trust in the utility provider's ability to deliver accurate information. The company has indicated that they are working on improving their estimation processes to prevent similar issues in the future.

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