Udon Thani Electricity Authority Investigates High Bills at Vacant Property

The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) of Udon Thani has released findings regarding a case involving a vacant property that accumulated high electricity bills. The homeowner, Mr. Somthawin Telakul, reported that the house had been unoccupied and unmaintained for approximately six years, yet he was faced with unexpectedly high charges, leading to concerns regarding the accuracy of his electricity meter.

In response to the complaint, PEA officials conducted a technical inspection of the meter at the Customer Service Department of the PEA Northeast Region 1. According to Mr. Adul Mittassa, the manager of PEA Udon Thani, the testing confirmed that the meter was functioning correctly and maintaining standard accuracy, ruling out a mechanical malfunction as the cause of the high billing.

However, the investigation into the property revealed that external electrical wiring had been severed. This discovery suggests that the high electricity usage may be linked to external factors rather than the meter itself. PEA officials are scheduled to visit the site with the homeowner on September 21, 2026, to conduct a further inspection and clarify the situation. For residents and property owners, this case highlights the importance of securing vacant properties and monitoring utility accounts regularly to prevent unauthorized usage or technical discrepancies. Further details regarding the source of the power consumption are expected following the upcoming site visit.