No Meters? No Problem. RUBS Gets You Paid.
Ratio Utility Billing System allocates costs fairly across your units — by square footage, occupancy, or custom factors. Start recovering utility costs today without installing a single meter.
What Is RUBS?
RUBS stands for Ratio Utility Billing System. It is an allocation method that divides a property's master utility bill among tenants based on fair, measurable factors — like unit square footage, number of occupants, or fixture count.
It is the fastest way to stop eating utility costs when submeters are not installed. Properties that implement RUBS typically see a 15-30% reduction in consumption as residents become aware of their usage impact.
How RUBS Works
Receive the Master Bill
Your utility provider bills the property. VITALITY pulls the bill automatically or you upload it.
Set Allocation Factors
Square footage, occupants, bedrooms, fixtures — configure the factors that make sense for your property.
Calculate Shares
VITALITY allocates costs proportionally. Every unit gets a fair share based on your chosen method.
Bill Residents
Charges post to your PM system automatically. Residents see transparent bills that explain their share.
Why Operators Choose RUBS
Recover Costs Immediately
No capital investment in meters. Start billing with your next utility cycle and recover costs you've been absorbing.
Increase NOI
Most properties see 3-5% NOI improvement from RUBS alone. That's real money on a portfolio of any size.
Fair Allocation
Multiple allocation methods ensure costs are distributed equitably. Larger units and higher occupancy pay proportionally more.
Reduce Consumption
When residents see the impact of their usage, consumption typically drops 15-30%. RUBS creates natural conservation incentives.
Legally Defensible
VITALITY's RUBS calculations follow state and local regulations. Transparent methodology that holds up to scrutiny.
Zero Downtime
No construction, no meter installation, no disruption to residents. Configure today, bill tomorrow.
RUBS Questions
Start Recovering Utility Costs Today
No meters required. No construction delays. Just fair billing starting at $0.50 per unit.
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