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Responsible for a faulty electric meter?

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yoghurttops · 29/02/2024 19:00

Hi. I wanted to know who is in charge of changing a faulty electric meter? Which I believe is installing a smart meter.

My electric bill (like everyone’s) has gone through the roof and my provider (UW) added an additional £1000 to my bill last year because of my meter reading (apparently I was underpaying and they refused to set up a payment plan for this because they couldn’t believe my meter readings could reduce).

After complaining to the ombudsman this is the agreement:

  • Exchange your faulty meter
  • Review your usage from the new meter and re-bill your account
  • Add a £200 goodwill gesture to your account
  • Remove debt collections from your account
  • Set up an affordable payment plan
  • Issue a letter of apology

I rent. Should I contact my landlord? Is it my responsibility to “let them in” and chance the faulty meter?

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LBOCS2 · 29/02/2024 21:11

The meter belongs to the electricity company, so they should be arranging to change it. Speak to them directly to book it in.

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