Compare California's major electric utilities including PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E.
Key Differences
Understanding the differences between providers helps you evaluate whether your current plan offers competitive rates for your area.
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California has some of the highest electricity rates in the nation (25–45¢/kWh) due to wildfire mitigation costs, infrastructure investments, renewable energy mandates, and high operating costs. Because bills are complex and rates vary by tier and time of use, independent verification can help confirm you're being charged correctly.
Does Utility Check support PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E bills?
Yes. Utility Check supports all three major California investor-owned utilities — PG&E, Southern California Edison (SCE), and SDG&E — as well as municipal utilities like LADWP and SMUD. We verify your tiered and time-of-use charges, baseline allowances, and surcharges.
What is the CARE program and am I on the right plan?
CARE (California Alternate Rates for Energy) provides a 30-35% discount for qualifying low-income households. FERA offers an 18% discount for households slightly above CARE limits. When you upload your bill, Utility Check checks whether discount programs are reflected in your charges and flags if your rate plan may not be optimal for your usage.
How can I verify my California electricity bill?
California bills are among the most complex in the country, with tiered rates, time-of-use periods, baseline allowances, and multiple surcharges. Upload your bill to Utility Check and we independently recalculate every charge, verify your rate plan, and provide a plain-English explanation of what you're paying and whether it's correct.