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If you’re still using an old analogue or interval meter, you’re missing out on the many advantages of a smart meter. Beyond just measuring your electricity, smart meters give you insights that can help reduce costs, improve safety, and make life easier.
Here are five reasons why it might be time to upgrade.
Accurate Billing
Smart meters send actual readings automatically, eliminating estimated bills. This means you only pay for the electricity you use.
Better Energy Management
Access to near real-time data lets you track usage patterns and make informed decisions about when to run high-energy appliances.
Time-of-Use Tariffs
Smart meters make it possible to take advantage of off-peak rates, which can significantly lower bills if you shift usage to cheaper periods.
Solar Compatibility
For solar homes, smart meters accurately record both the energy you use and the surplus you export to the grid, ensuring correct feed-in tariff payments.
Faster Service
With remote connection and disconnection capabilities, smart meters make moving house or restoring power after outages faster and easier.
The Upgrade Process
An ASP Level 2 electrician will remove your old meter, install the new one, and configure it to communicate with your retailer usually within an hour.
From accurate billing to smarter energy use, the benefits of upgrading to a smart meter are clear.
