How to read my meter
Types of electricity meters
There are four main types of electricity meters in use:
- Smart meters
- Electronic meters
- Mechanical revolving disc meters
- Pay As You Go meters
Find your meter below to quickly learn how to read it
Smart meters
Smart meters transform how electricity is measured and managed; reduce the need for estimated bills and provide customers with greater information about their electricity usage.
Smart meters
Smart meters transform how electricity is measured and managed; reduce the need for estimated bills and provide customers with greater information about their electricity usage.
Your electronic meter has an electronic register with one electronic meter display capable of scrolling through multiple readings.
Your electronic meter has an electronic register with one electronic meter display capable of scrolling through multiple readings.
Mechanical meters has a revolving disc with one row of numbers. Wattless Meters differ, using the letters kVArh.
ESB Networks installs these meters for customers when requested by their respective electricity suppliers.