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Meters

Meters

Considering an upgrade to a smart meter? Find out how to get the ball rolling, as well as more information about both smart and basic meters.

Types of meters

What is a smart meter?

What is net metering?

What is gross metering?

How do I know what type of meter I have?

What is my meter number?

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Smart meter upgrades

I live in an apartment or townhouse. Can I still get a smart meter installed?

How do I initiate the smart meter installation process?

How long does it take to get a smart meter?

Can I still get a smart meter installed if I am a tenent?

Metering installation timeframes

What happens to my smart meter if I move?

Smart meter upgrade for Essential Energy Customers

I want to change my meter to smart meter, what is the process?

Where do I view my smart meter usage?

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Meter reads

How should I read my meter?

Do I have to read the smart meter myself?

Can I do a self read?

Solar

I'm getting solar installed, do I need to change my meter?

I want my solar system changed over to net metering, how do I do this?