Energy bills, meters & the heating debate
Meter readings, bills, tariffs and the 'heating on yet?' debate.
It's freezing! Have you put the heating on yet?
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The heating debate4
Meters and readings4
- I need to give them a meter readingSend your actual numbers so your bill is accurate.
- Is it a smart meter?Sends readings automatically and usually comes with a small display showing what you're using.
- Is it Economy 7?A tariff with cheaper electricity for seven hours at night.
- I need to top up the meterFor prepayment meters.
Your bill7
- Who's the gas and electric with?Asks which energy company the home uses.
- The bill's estimatedThe supplier guessed your usage.
- We're in creditYou've paid more than you've used.
- Can I lower my direct debit?Asks to reduce your fixed monthly payment, often when you're well in credit.
- What's the standing charge?A daily fee you pay even if you use nothing.
- Is it a fixed or variable tariff?'Tariff' = price plan.
- The price cap's going up againOfgem limits the unit rate and standing charge, not your total bill.
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