We are still on the April 2021 rates until 30 April 2023 so it would confuse BG no end if I put in a reading half way through the monthly billing cycle. And the last thing I need is a confused BG.😂
A sudden large rise compared to previous months/years could attract attention however it is submitted. I can see each months usage graphically displayed for this year and last. My billing statement tells me if I have used more or less compared to the same period 12 months ago. I can tell you precisely when our visitors come by just looking at the usage graph.It’s already been mentioned in the press that it is illegal to enter false readings, no idea they would be able to check it unless you’ve got a smart meter or they send meter readers going everywhere which is highly unlikely.
Bhp
As mentioned by OC they work on historical data. However normally we would put heating on in mid Sept, but have left it until 2 - 3 days ago. In our case we do not want to be paying Sept prices for Oct when the cost per kwh is lower for us.It’s already been mentioned in the press that it is illegal to enter false readings, no idea they would be able to check it unless you’ve got a smart meter or they send meter readers going everywhere which is highly unlikely.
Bhp
That's called fraudWe're being encouraged to submit our meter readings today before prices go up tomorrow. It's occurred to me that maybe we should enter a much higher reading and get cheaper energy for the following month as well.
If you have a smart meter, then you shouldn't need to submit your own reading, as it should be collected automatically - that's one of the prime reasons for smart metering.
However there is no harm to take your own reading, just in case the supplier fails to manage it correctly so do check your bills accordingly.
I (thankfully) ignored advice and fixed my tarif back in March , but one of the requirements for the new contract from E.On was that I have a smart meter fitted. I dragged my heels for several months, but had to have it fitted last week.I don't have a smart meter. Over the years we've been on fixed price contracts but in recent months and because of the cost crisis we've gone onto the standard online variable tariff.
Also I record my readings on a weekly basis and have an energy monitor. However, its very old and inconveniently placed.
Because there are rumours of various plans that may be more beneficial to those with smart meters I've tried to get one and its proving impossible. Its been months since my request and there's nothing but silence from our energy company. So much so that two days ago I asked our local MSP to get involved and also lodged a complaint with the ombudsman service.
Our local MSP has contacted the energy company and I await a response. The ombudsman service was something of a Catch 22 situation since they expect you to lodge a complaint with the supplier first and there is no way to do that on their web site and no numbers you can call to get to speak to someone. I managed to get around the fact that we couldn't lodge a complaint so that was my first complaint - the second being no smart meter supply.
True to form the first response from the obudsman service was " you should speak to your supplier first". However they did say that since I'd managed to register a complaint with them they would follow it up.
What you surmise is an active discussion, and some suppliers are moving in that direction to encourage wider use of appliances during the night. Akin to the white meter tariff 7. We would take done persuading having cooker, washing machine or tumble dryer on at night. We don’t even have them running during the day if we are out.I (thankfully) ignored advice and fixed my tarif back in March , but one of the requirements for the new contract from E.On was that I have a smart meter fitted. I dragged my heels for several months, but had to have it fitted last week.
Not to derail the thread, but it worried me that at some point we will be charged at different rates throughout the day and hit hard if you want to cook a meal at 6pm etc
That is correct, but the chances of them being able to read your meter tonight at midnight are probably close to zero. The other issue is processing millions of invoices to take into account the change will take a very long time even if it is all computer generated.
Although we have a Smart meter my gut feeing is to take the photo tonight and wait for the bill. If it is horribly out then one can argue the toss.
If you have NOT opted for multiple rates such as Economy 7 or similar in your contract, they can't just switch you to it without giving you proper notice, and if they do give notice they have to advise you of what options are available.I (thankfully) ignored advice and fixed my tarif back in March , but one of the requirements for the new contract from E.On was that I have a smart meter fitted. I dragged my heels for several months, but had to have it fitted last week.
Not to derail the thread, but it worried me that at some point we will be charged at different rates throughout the day and hit hard if you want to cook a meal at 6pm etc
I'd be interested to know how long after you applied for your meter the installation was and also the power company if you don't mind.I stockpiled electricity by charging my EV today and then submitting a reading once it was full.
We have a regular meter but having a smart one fitted in a few days time. Sadly a lot of the EV tariffs have gone and most advice is to stick where you are rather than switch, but I would still really like to get a dual-rate tariff so we can move as much energy usage to the low tariff as possible.
There may be a concern that at peak hours like morning before 8am and again about 6pm that the network may not be able to cope due to the heavy load imposed on it especially in the winter month mornings and evenings.What you surmise is an active discussion, and some suppliers are moving in that direction to encourage wider use of appliances during the night. Akin to the white meter tariff 7. We would take done persuading having cooker, washing machine or tumble dryer on at night. We don’t even have them running during the day if we are out.