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Most business energy customers underestimate the importance of gas meters. The truth is that both these essential services are expensive, so you should also invest in a commercial gas meter that can help you keep track of your usage.
Check your gas meter status now and how to secure the best gas deals for business:
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Gas Meter Status |
What Does This Mean? |
What To Do Next |
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Live |
Your gas pipe is connected and ready for supply. | |
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New |
A new MPRN has been assigned and your gas pipe isn't installed right now but it will be soon. |
Around 3-4 weeks before your gas pipe is installed, the new MPRN can be activated. Now you can arrange an electricity meter installation. |
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Disconnected |
Your current MPRN has been decommissioned and no pipe connection. At SwitchWhiz we call this “Siteworks”. Speak to a network operator to generate a new MPRN with your DNO and arrange a new connection. |
After receiving your new MPRN we can arrange a new gas connection. |
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Removed |
Your gas meter was removed. |
To fix this, you need to schedule a gas live/dead check. If you need a meter larger than a U6 (G4) diaphragm meter you will need a GT1 Survey with your DNO. |
A gas meter installation for your business can typically cost anywhere between £160 - £800. When working out a typical cost to install a commercial gas meter, you need to consider your business needs, based on energy consumption and the size of your premise. For example, if you have large industrial equipment that requires a higher consumption value.
Knowing the gas meter type you need, any special requirements, like rate types, and securing the best energy contract are the key components of determining how much your business gas meter installation would cost.
Depending on your gas consumption requirements, you need to consider the type of gas meter that would be best for your premises.
Check below to see which meter type is suitable for your business:
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Meter Type (Gas) |
Kilowatts Per Hour (kWh) |
Best For Which Business Type |
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U6 |
0 - 65 kWh |
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U16 |
66 - 173 kWh |
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U25 |
174 - 271 kWh |
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U40 |
273 - 430 kWh |
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U65 |
343 - 704 kWh |
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U100 |
705 - 1083 kWh |
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U160 |
1084 - 1733 kWh |
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Arrange A Meter Installation Today
Depending on the gas meter size you require, you may need to house it in a kiosk, on a concrete base. This can add to the cost of your gas meter installation.
You may need a more advanced type of meter like a half-hourly or multi-rate meter, if you operate at different times of the day. You could also need a meter operator provider (MOP) and COP metering panels if you require more than 100kW per year.
Here at SwitchWhiz, we include the cost of your meter installation into your energy contract, so you can avoid paying large fees in one lump sum. We can also accommodate a separate payment if you'd prefer to pay it all upfront.