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British Gas Scam?
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Just had an email saying British Gas want to replace my gas and electric meters as they are “getting old”. Probably from 1960s when house was built. Is this a scam?? If not what happens if l say No? Thanks all. I had no choice but to join British Gas when Ebico moved over to them, I will be comparing prices when my tariff finishes in July anyway.
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If in doubt though, phone British Gas to ask them about it.
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If in doubt though, phone British Gas to ask them about it.
As far as I know smart meters have to be installed in every address in the UK at a date quite soon. If they want to install a new meter it will certainly be a smart one. You don't have to have one, but why not ? I had gas and electric meters installed with SSE to save estimated bills. I would phone British Gas to be sure its genuine and arrange a new contract.
playersdigger, they have to be offered, not installed unless certain circs happen.....energy companies can also make having a smart meter a requirement for some tariffs https:/ /www.of gem.gov .uk/con sumers/ househo ld-gas- and-ele ctricit y-guide /consum er-guid e-under standin g-energ y-meter s-ofgem /smart- meters- guide-y our-rig hts
Meters do have to be replaced when they reach a certain age, more so gas. You are not under any obligation to have a smart meter as the replacement.
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