How do I get a prepayment meter installed UK?

Once you’ve found a deal you’d like to switch to, give the supplier a call and explain that you want a prepayment meter installed at your property. The energy provider will then take you through the process.

Can I change supplier with a prepayment meter?

Can I switch suppliers with a prepayment meter? Absolutely! Consumers in vulnerable circumstances are likely to be paying more for their energy than is necessary.

How much does it cost to install a prepaid meter?

Costs vary slightly by area, but this gives you an idea of cost for prepaid electricity meters in Gauteng. Taking everything mentioned above into account, with installation, you should be looking at paying an average of R1,500 for just a basic single phase unit and around R3,500 for a basic 3 phase unit.

How long does it take to install a prepaid electricity meter?

within 48 hours
We can generally install within 48 hours once we have all the paperwork. You will need to inform your tenant, so he is prepared to buy his first purchase of electricity or water.

Is it more expensive to have a prepayment meter?

Prepaying for your energy lets you pay small amounts often, but it’s usually a more expensive way to pay than getting a bill. If you have a smart meter, your supplier can change its setting from credit to prepayment.

How do I get rid of Pay As You Go meter?

Contact your supplier to get the ball rolling. Some of the smaller suppliers are likely to charge a small fee for prepayment meter removal and installing a new credit meter. However, in the long term, you’re likely to save money on your energy plan with a standard meter by paying via direct debit.

Why are prepaid meters more expensive?

One of the main reasons prepayment meters are generally more expensive than standard credit meters is simply that they are more effort for the suppliers. Providers prefer to get regular, automatic payments for your energy, which is what you get with direct debit payments on standard credit meters.

Do you have to pay for a prepayment meter?

Prepayment meters are a type of domestic energy meter that requires users to pay for energy before using it. This ‘pay as you go’ energy is used with a smartcard, token or key that can be topped up at a shop or via a smartphone app.