Householders are being urged to take action with their gas and electricity meters ahead of a hike in bills coming into force on October 1. People should take a meter reading on or before September 30 to ensure bills stay accurate.
Even if you have a smart meter, which sends updates directly to your energy supplier, it is worth reading the meter to double-check you are charged the correct amount.
Gas and electricity bills will go up on October 1, meaning you will be charged a higher rate. If you take a meter reading before that date you can make sure any energy you have used so far is only charged at the current lower rate.
