Economy 7 meters: how do I get one?
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An Economy 7 energy meter has two separate rates, meaning that you can save money on your electricity by ensuring that itโs used within off-peak hours. With a little know how and savvy, an Economy 7 meter can bring you years of savings on your energy bills.How? Read on and find out more.
Last updated: March 2021
We all know that our electricity meter is crucial in determining our energy costs. It keeps track of how much electricity we use, and when we report this back to our energy suppliers it ensures that we receive an accurate bill. If you have a single rate energy meter, youโre paying the same rate for your electricity all day, every day. But if you have an Economy 7 meter, itโs a different story.
What is an Economy 7 meter?
An Economy 7 meter is a dual rate electricity meter that uses a lower off-peak rate for 7 hours you of every day. Usually these 7 off-peak hours take place late at night when fewer people are using energy. The energy watchdog Ofgem has some useful information on Economy 7 meters which you can read here.
How do I know if I have Economy 7?
There are 3 ways to check if you have an Economy 7 meter:
- Check your meter. You should see two rows of numbers marked “Day”&”Night” or “Lower” & “Higher”.
- Check your energy bill. There will be two rates. Usually called “Day” & “Night”.
- Check your MPAN Number. The top line of this will begin with “02”.
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What does an Economy 7 meter look like?
- You will find two different types of Economy 7 meter.
- The most common type has two displays – the top row is for your day rate electricity and is marked ‘Normal’ and the bottom row, which is marked ‘Low’, shows night rate.
- The second type has a single row of numbers that shows your day rate electricity usage. Your night rate electricity is displayed when you press the red button.
How to read an Economy 7 meter?
Always make sure to properly read the two lines. Then simply multiply each figure by the relevant unit price.
Getting the most from Economy 7
In order to get the most out of your Economy 7 meter, itโs advisable to find out exactly when your supplierโs on and off-peak hours are, and plan your energy use accordingly. For instance, you may want to charge your mobile devices within these hours or even (if you have a timer and wonโt be woken by the noise) do your dishes or your washing during off-peak hours. If you have a water storage heater, itโs also a good idea to use it overnight.
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What time of day is it cheapest to use electricity with an Economy 7 meter?
Usually, the cheapest (or off-peak) hours are between midnight and 7am. Good news for night owls and early risers. However, itโs always a good idea to check these times with your supplier.
Can I have Economy 7 on a smart meter
Smart meters are a fantastic way to keep track of your energy usage, and ensure that you receive accurate bills. However, thereโs some confusion as to whether smart meters are compatible with Economy 7 tariffs.
Smart meters are indeed compatible with Economy 7 meters. However, off-peak or night-time hours may vary between your Economy 7 meter and your new smart meter. This is something youโll need to check with your supplier. Some smart meters will even accommodate Economy 10 tariffs!
Whatโs an economy 10 meter?
An Economy 10 is a less common alternative to an Economy 7 meter. As you might expect, it offers 10 hours of off peak energy rather than 7. These are usually spread across the day and night with around 4 hours at night time.
I donโt currently have an Economy 7 meter. How can I get one?
Just because you donโt currently have an Economy 7 meter doesnโt mean that you canโt benefit from an Economy 7 tariff. Your new supplier may be able to set one up for you when they take over your energy supply. However, this may incur an additional installation fee which you should factor in to offset your initial savings.
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Updated on 31 Mar, 2021
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