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British Gas Want To Install A New Electricity Meter
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And said they would replace my gas meter at the same time. They are both working fine, although quite old. Are they trying to install a Smart Meter, which I do not want, I am quite happy with what I have already. If it’s not a Smart Meter, should I get them changed or just ignore the letter? Thanks all
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.You don't need to worry about a smart meter - you don't have to use the in home display unit.
I agreed to have a smart meter earlier this year because all the comparison sites gave much better deals if I had a smart meter. Of course those deals don't exist at the moment but I am sure the situation will be the same when the market stabilises - smart meters = cheaper bills, not because of the in home display but because of the cheaper cost per unit of gas and electricity on offer.
I agreed to have a smart meter earlier this year because all the comparison sites gave much better deals if I had a smart meter. Of course those deals don't exist at the moment but I am sure the situation will be the same when the market stabilises - smart meters = cheaper bills, not because of the in home display but because of the cheaper cost per unit of gas and electricity on offer.
From Ofgem
"Do I have to have a smart meter?
Unless there is a good reason not to, suppliers must install a smart meter if they are:
•replacing a meter
•installing a meter for the first time, such as in a new property.
You can choose not to accept an offer to have a smart meter fitted. You can also request to have one at a later date without being charged. Choosing not to have a smart meter might mean you have a limited choice of energy tariffs. Some smart tariffs could be cheaper."
"Do I have to have a smart meter?
Unless there is a good reason not to, suppliers must install a smart meter if they are:
•replacing a meter
•installing a meter for the first time, such as in a new property.
You can choose not to accept an offer to have a smart meter fitted. You can also request to have one at a later date without being charged. Choosing not to have a smart meter might mean you have a limited choice of energy tariffs. Some smart tariffs could be cheaper."
As far as I know, British Gas is rolling out second-generation SMETS2 smart meters, which means you'll stay smart even if you switch energy suppliers. If you don't want to change anything, maybe you can cancel the replacement. My advice is to call the British gas phone number https:/ /britis h-gas.p issedco nsumer. com/cus tomer-s ervice. html and ask. Hope it helps.
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