Are you building up a new home or a new business site? Whether what scenario every real estate property needs an Electrical, Gas and Water Meter to be installed. This can be tricky because one may not be knowing that which type of meter is best suited for the property they are using no matter if it is a residential property or a business site or for industrial usage. These meters have a direct effect with the tariffs that are charged on the consumption of energy within that property. If we discuss in detail then in the UK there are mainly 4 types of meters that are being used and their are as follows
- Standard Meter
- Day & Night Meter
- Smart Meter
- Pay as you go Meter
All of these meters have different features and the tariffs are charged differently on every one of them. If we go in the details then we can understand that which meter is best suited as per your requirements. The details are as follows.
Standard Meter
A standard meter is understandable by its name that it has the simple standard features that normally a meter has. It calculates the total consumption and you manually send the meter reading to the company and your bill is then generated.
Benefits
- Simple and easy to understand.
- One flat rate for energy use, no peak/off-peak differences.
- Ideal for households with consistent energy use throughout the day.
Day & Night Meter
This type of meter records electricity use at two different rates: a cheaper “off-peak” rate (usually at night) and a standard “daytime” rate.
Benefits
- Save money by running appliances like washing machines, tumble dryers, or charging electric vehicles at night.
- Great for homes that use more energy overnight.
- Encourages energy use when demand on the grid is lower.
Smart Meter
Smart meters automatically record your energy use and send readings directly to your supplier. They come with an In-Home Display (IHD) so you can monitor your usage in real time.
Benefits
- No need to submit manual meter readings.
- See your energy usage in pounds and pence, helping you budget better.
- More accurate bills, no more estimates.
- Helps identify where you can save on energy.
Pay as you go Meter
With a prepayment meter, you pay for your energy in advance by topping up with a card, key, or app.
Benefits
- Full control over your spending—no unexpected bills.
- Flexible top-up options online, via app, or at local shops.
- Useful for managing budgets and avoiding debt.
Need any help in choosing a meter? Feel free to contact us and we will weigh out all the possibilities and help you choose the best meter as per your requirements.