Recent Complaints and Negative Reviews (67 reviews)
long time contracted customer but the rates is double than last year
“ My last summer bill was on around $280 and this year our bill went up to $540 and we have kept our air condition at the same temperature as last year. I have called their customer service and they said it takes two weeks to come back to us. Also, a matter of fact all my kids already went to college. We have less people at home using washer and dryer and air conditioner. We have been with them for many years for somehow their service and billings are getting worse. I am not sure I will renew the contract with them that is due soon ”
September 14th, 2026
They will cancel your plan and blame PPL
“ I had coverage for 8 days at 11.79. Then I got a letter from PPL saying direct energy cancelled. When I called Direct Energy they said up and down it was PPL but I had written proof it wasnt. Then I was told my name was wrong on the account which is untrue. I was told the ONLY way I could keep them was to re-sign up at a higher rate. Please beware of this. PPL is cheaper than the rate I was offered. Its not even worth the time. Go with literally anyone else. ”
March 12th, 2026
Overt Price Gouging, Spams Rewards Site to Sell Personal Data
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They did not notify me that the cost of my power was going by 212% after my last billing period concluded. They spam me with electronic and physical mail for their rewards website which is loaded with crappy deals and privacy data harvesting cookies.
They claim that you must contact them directly before transferring service to another supply company which is a poorly obfuscated scam tactic.
Ive rotate supply companies as needed the last 5 years because I understand energy supply costs are dynamic and providers typically raise their price when their costs go up but this is the first company of the 5-6 that Ived used I that operate scam tactics. STAY AWAY. ”
February 18th, 2026
The true cost is 17.12 mcf per day
“ The did a bait and switch, drawing me in with a promotional rate of 2.78. After, it went up to 17.12 where consumers cost is 3.27. When you realize what they did and go to cancel, it takes 2 billing cycles which pretty much means, 3 more months of their price gauging fees. I will stay away from this company like the plague. ”
January 21st, 2026
Rip off
“ WGL came in at a lower than first energy and now Im paying 3 cents per KWH higher than first energy in Pennsylvania. I transferred back to first energy and now theyre hitting me up with a $90 cancellation charge that they never told me about on the phone. My recommendation is to stick with your local utility provider and stay away from companies like WGL that has hidden penalties so they can take more money from you. ”
December 2nd, 2025
HIGH BILL/ SCAM
“ I have been with JUST ENERGY for a year in a half. When I first started my bill was 150.00. Found out that I had two bills in the same apartment complex. They fixed that part. However my bill went from 150-400 dollars. I live in a two bedroom apartment on the second floor. I was told that the reason why is because I live on the second floor. Then I was told that its because I don't have brand new appliances. I call every other month and ask them to come and check my box. They tell me that they cant. I was also told that I was under a two year contract and wasn't told that. How am I under a two year contract when my apartment lease in only 1 year. I was also told that another reason why my bill is so high is because its 107 outside. I keep my Air on 76. I make sure everyday that everything is unplugged and off most of the day. I also have cameras as well. I have so much footage of it being dark and my next bill was even higher. I was told that now that its because I have free weekends and when I don't use it a lot on the weekend that's what makes my bill higher as well. So I got 10 different reason why my bill is high but, nobody is looking into it. I left Direct Energy because they offered me this amazing deal. However I am glad that I am moving and will not be using this company. I have never in my life paid a light bill that is between 400-500 a month. its more then my car payment. I went to all the people in the apartment and found out that they where paying 200 for there's and they are with a different company. Then I asked for a payment arraignment and they gave me 3 days to pay a 450 dollar light bill. Most companies give you a week in half OH NO NOT THEM! DO NOT WALK YOU MUST RUN! ”
September 22nd, 2026
Avoid American Power & Gas
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Avoid American Power & Gas.
They charged me 18.5525 per kWh through my PECO bill while PECOs own price-to-compare was about 12 per kWh. On 2,462 kWh of usage, that cost me approximately $161 more in a single month for the exact same electricity.
The sales pitch may sound like a PECO-related option, but it is a separate third-party supplier. In my case, it was an outrageously expensive one. I would strongly recommend that anyone check the Electric Supply line on their PECO bill before enrollingor immediately switch back to PECO default supply if this company is listed.
I feel taken advantage of. Avoid. ”
September 2nd, 2026
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