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External ESB Meter

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  • 28-01-2011 4:49pm
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    gossipgal08
    Registered Users Posts: 178 ✭✭


    Not sure if this is the right place but . . . .

    I rent a flat where the ESB meter is outside. I would like to be able to take readings myself and ring them in. I'm just wondering how can I open the cover on the meter.

    What do I need and where can I get it


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    Cathmandooo
    Registered Users Posts: 17,324 ✭✭✭✭Cathmandooo


    Best thing to do is ask your Landlord as there are several different types of meter boxes, particularly when it comes to flats. It could be a large communal one that is locked.

    Have you seen the meter box yourself? If it's an individual one you will probably just need a meter box key like below, you can generally get them in any hardware shop for a couple of euro.

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    jillyb
    Registered Users Posts: 254 ✭✭jillyb


    Hey,

    If you email ESB at ; networks@esb.ie and request a meter box key, they'll post you one out free of charge!


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    #4
    gossipgal08
    Registered Users Posts: 178 ✭✭gossipgal08


    jillyb Even If I am changing companys ?


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    jillyb
    Registered Users Posts: 254 ✭✭jillyb


    hey gossipgal,

    When I emailed them I just asked for one to be sent out and gave them my postal address I didn't need to provide an account number or any proof I was with them (doubt they checked) and they sent it out the next day. I had it the day after that!
    I wanted one as was planning on switching to bord gais energy and I wanted to take a meter reading beforehand. so maybe if you email them before you switch if you haven't already but i'm sure they'll still send you one.

    Otherwise i think bord gais send out free ones aswell but not sure about any other providers!


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    gossipgal08
    Registered Users Posts: 178 ✭✭gossipgal08


    I am with them but want to move to bord gais. Emailed them hopefullly will get it tues Thanks for your help


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