Can I be refused a meter?
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Can I be refused a meter?


Companies can refuse to install a meter where it is not practicable or is unreasonably expensive to fit one. If it is unreasonably expensive or impracticable to install a meter (and a single shared meter is not feasible) companies should offer an 'assessed charge'. Disputes about this are settled by us.

For more information on metering please see our information note.

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