We have Consumers Energy here. Last month, the meter reader apparently couldn't get the reading because of "overgrown bushes". We were sent a letter advising us to trim them back which I did. They are peonies that are not thick like an evergreen. I had no problem seeing the meter.
Today there was a note on our door that they want ME to get the reading and call them with it. No reason given on the note this time. I was here but around back working in the yard.
We have been here 15 years and have never had any issue with energy or water readings.
Frikkin' idiots I tell ya! I think I will ask for a credit to our account for me doing the job.