About
Who We Are
American Utility Consultants was founded in 1990 by Michael Lockhart, an electrical engineer, after realizing that billing errors were common and utility companies were not required to put their customers on the most cost-effective rates. The concept was simple: to provide a utility bill auditing service on a contingency fee basis so clients would have no risk and American would have a high incentive to perform. Since then, it has grown into a leading national cost recovery and reduction company that has saved hundreds of millions of dollars for its clients.
American prides itself on building long-term relationships with its clients. After the initial audit is performed, American periodically re-audits accounts to uncover future billing errors and rate change opportunities. We have a proven track record of recovering significant refunds and billing reductions for 80% of our clients.
What Sets Us Apart
One of our greatest strengths is our ability to apply the utility tariffs and state public utility commission’s rules and regulations to our client's advantage. American has advanced technology systems, proprietary software, superior methodology, and experienced analysts whose expertise in writing persuasive technical complaints is unparalleled.
Who We Serve
American’s growing list of satisfied clients include Fortune 500 companies, manufacturers, hospitals, governments, hotels, and educational, residential and commercial properties from coast to coast.
We Are Experts In
Utility Bill Auditing
Get the refunds and billing reductions you deserve. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain with our contingency fee-based audits.
Energy Procurement
We make energy purchasing simple and will develop a purchasing strategy that fits your objectives. Pricing options include fixed, indexed, and blended.
Energy Benchmarking
Many cities across the country have mandatory energy and water benchmarking laws to promote better energy efficiency. We can help your building comply.
30+ Years of Savings
Since the founding of American Utility Consultants in 1990, our goal has been to maximize our clients’ savings without any risk to them. Typically, an audit results in our clients receiving a significant refund or billing reduction, and sometimes both. And since most billing reductions continue indefinitely, the profitability and value of the property increases.
Advanced technology systems and proprietary software
Our ability to apply the utility tariffs and state Public Utility Commission rules and regulations to our clients' advantage
Our team of experienced analysts with expertise in writing technical persuasive complaints
