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Freddyfruitba... |
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 Posted: 17:32 - 23 Jan 2024 Post subject: Water meters |
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I've always resisted the call to have a water meter fitted to my house, although the 'algorithm' suggests I should save money if I do so. I suppose I'm paranoid about leakages and untracked usage - have heard of horror stories with massive bills being run up as a result.
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Today I've received a letter from United Utilities informing me that like it or not, a meter WILL be fitted to my house (in the pavement, so I have no right of refusal) very shortly. But I am apparently not to worry, because I'll still be billed my normal amount; but I have the option to switch over to metered bills after two years if I want (ie, if I confirm its cheaper) or I can stay as I am if I prefer. Sounds like a win-win, the way that's presented, doesn't it?
My concern, however, is that I have a fairly old house, with an equally old water main running up quite a long drive to the house. Although I have no evidence to suggest it's the case, it wouldn't surprise me at all to learn that I have an invisible and undetected leak somewhere under there, which would be instantly apparent as soon as meter is fitted. And presumably United Utilities would then insist on a me carrying out (and paying for) the resulting extremely invasive and expensive repair. There's certainly no mention of this scenario in the pretty little booklet I received.
Does that sound about right? ____________________ KC100->CB100N->CB250RS--------->DL650AL2->R1200RS->R1250RS |
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If you're lucky then the smart meter they fit now won't need replacing next year.  |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 1 year, 173 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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