UK - Wales & South West - Can A Smart Meter Save You Money? Discussed by the BPS Facilities Services

22.2 million smart meters have already been installed in the UK as part of the smart meter rollout. The installation of smart meters will work to support the UK’s transition to net-zero energy as well as save homeowners and businesses money on their energy costs.

What are the advantages of installing a smart meter in your home or business?

Smart Meters Save You Money

Having a smart meter installed in your home will help you save money on your energy bills by making you more aware of your energy consumption and charges at different times. As a result of being more aware, you can try different things to reduce your energy usage across your household.

You can use a smart meter to see how much electricity your home is using and track your usage over time, but there is no guarantee that you will save any money. The smart meter itself won’t save you money but your changes in habits and usage will.

How much you use the meter and the information it gives you to make changes will decide how much money you can save.

Taking the time to review your energy usage patterns and make changes will likely mean you will save some money but this relies on you checking it regularly and making changes to see the results.

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UK Smart Meters

A smart meter records the electricity, gas, or water used in intervals of an hour or less and this information is sent to your utility provider’s central system hourly or daily.

A smart meter can communicate two-way with the central system. This allows your utility company to read the meter remotely and translate information to your in-house equipment such as displays, thermostats, demand response devices, and other appliances.

The Purpose Of A Smart Meter

Smart meters are digital devices that record and track energy usage in a home or business. Smart meters track energy usage, giving users information that can help them save money and reduce their carbon footprint. By providing data on when and where electricity is being used, smart meters can also help utilities better manage power demand.

Our experts can assist you if you are considering a Smart Meter for your home or business and ensure you understand the benefits fully. Please call us today at 02922 407934 so that one of our Gas Safe engineers can visit your property and answer any questions you may have.

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