Author's Summary
A ComEd customer in Elgin faced denial of his claim for electrical damage from a melting smart meter, amid reports of similar meter failures, highlighting ongoing safety concerns with the utility's equipment. (152 characters)
Incident Overview
An Elgin resident, a ComEd customer, experienced damage to his home's electrical system due to a smart meter that melted.
Despite evidence linking the failure to the meter, the utility rejected his reimbursement request.
Claim Denial Details
ComEd formally denied the claim in a letter dated September 2, 2025.
This decision came even with a documented pattern of smart meters melting on homes.
Broader Context
Reports indicate ComEd smart meters pose potential fire hazards by melting on house exteriors.
The case gained attention through local news coverage on platforms like WGN TV.
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