Notice to PEU Customers
RATES APPROVED BY THE NHPUC
On October 4, 2018, the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (NHPUC) approved a rate increase of 18.97% for all Pennichuck East Utility customers. The rate increase is effective retroactively for bills issued as of January 8, 2018. A step increase of 1.43% was also approved and will be effective for bills issued on or after November 16, 2018.
MONTHLY GENERAL METERED RATE
| Meter Size | Permanent Rate Effective 1/8/2018 | Step Rate Effective 11/16/2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8″ | $20.45 | $20.70 |
| 3/4″ | $43.51 | $44.03 |
| 1″ | $61.58 | $62.32 |
| 1 1/2″ | $134.06 | $135.68 |
| 2″ | $198.89 | $201.30 |
| 3″ | $421.99 | $427.09 |
| 4″ | $662.53 | $670.55 |
| 6″ | $1,325.03 | $1,341.07 |
| 8″ and up | $1,654.90 | $1,674.93 |
In addition to this standard customer charge, the monthly volumetric charge is:
| Consumption Unit | Permanent Rate Effective 1/8/2018 | Step Rate Effective 11/16/2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 100 Cubic Feet | $7.42 | $7.51 |
100 Cubic Feet = 748 Gallons
Customers may direct any questions concerning rates or service to Pennichuck at its company’s Customer Service Department, PO Box 1947, Merrimack, NH 03054-1947, by calling 603-882-5191 or 1-800-553-5191or via email at customer-service@pennichuck.com. Customers may also contact the NHPUC at their offices at 21 S. Fruit Street, Concord, NH 03301, or by phone at 1-800-852-3793.
MONTHLY PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION
On October 4, 2018, the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (NHPUC) approved a rate increase of 18.97% for all Pennichuck East Utility customers. The rate increase is effective retroactively for bills issued as of January 8, 2018. A step increase of 1.43% was also approved and will be effective for bills issued on or after November 16, 2018.
| Connection Size | Permanent Rate Effective 1/8/2018 | Step Rate Effective 11/16/2018 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2″ | $9.59 | $9.71 |
| 2″ | $17.05 | $17.25 |
| 3″ | $38.36 | $38.82 |
| 4″ | $68.19 | $69.02 |
| 6″ | $153.47 | $155.33 |
| 8″ | $272.80 | $276.10 |
| 10″ | $449.81 | $455.26 |
| 12″ | $724.46 | $733.22 |
| For each private hydrant (connected directly to the Company’s mains, or to the customer’s private fire protection system) | $119.92 | $121.37 |
| Bow Public Hydrant Fee * | $7.09 | $7.18 |
| Raymond Public Hydrant Fee * | $2.15 | $2.18 |
| Windham Public Hydrant Fee * | $8.96 | $9.07 |
| Lee Public Hydrant Fee * | $10.43 | $10.56 |
| Exeter Public Hydrant Fee * | $8.88 | $8.98 |
* This charge is applicable for customers receiving the benefit of public fire protection in the following systems:
| Bow | Pines of Bow |
| Raymond | Green Hills |
| Windham | Oakwood, Castle Reach, Fletchers Corner, W&E, Whispering Winds |
| Lee | Thurston Woods |
| Exeter | Forest Ridge |
Customers may direct any questions concerning rates or service to Pennichuck at its company’s Customer Service Department, PO Box 1947, Merrimack, NH 03054-1947, by calling 603-882-5191 or 1-800-553-5191or via email at customer-service@pennichuck.com. Customers may also contact the NHPUC at their offices at 21 S. Fruit Street, Concord, NH 03301, or by phone at 1-800-852-3793.