You can know if you have a smart meter by checking several things:
- Look at your meter: Smart meters typically have a digital display and buttons that allow you to scroll through readings. They often look like traditional meters but with these digital features. Some have a small communications hub attached.
- Check if your energy readings are automatically sent to your supplier each month, meaning you don’t need to provide manual readings.
- If you have an in-home display device that shows your current energy use and cost in near real time, it's a sign you have a smart meter.
- Review your energy bills: There might be notes indicating your home is equipped with a smart meter, and your bills should be accurate monthly bills rather than estimates.
- If your meter serial number starts with "19P," it’s a first-generation smart meter (SMETS1), while "19M" indicates a second-generation one (SMETS2).
- You can also use online tools like the Citizens Advice smart meter checker by entering your meter point administration number (MPAN) and postcode to verify your meter status.
These methods help you confirm if your meter is smart and functioning in smart mode which means it automatically sends readings and helps manage your energy use better.
