Inflation and general cost pressures on business owners, mean reducing overhead costs is critical.
Even though electricity prices have dropped recently, the commercial electricity bill remains a major expense for businesses today.
You could lower your monthly bills with an effective electrical meter management system.
A10 Electrical Services can help you create a plan to track your energy use. This way, you can see how much power you are using. Then, you can take the necessary steps to help your business become more energy-efficient and lower costs.
Commercial Premises Electrical Systems
An energy management plan involves monitoring how much energy you use and determining how much power you’re wasting. With this information you can take steps to be more energy efficient and reduce costs.
The Importance Of Accurate Metering
A commercial electric meter is crucial to your business to help manage your electricity usage more effectively.
Your commercial electric meter will allow you to track your energy consumption better and ensure that your energy bills are accurate. In turn, they will mean that you only pay for the energy you use.
Consequences Of Inaccurate Metering
Each month, your energy supplier uses the reading from your meter to determine how much to charge you.
However, if your meter has a problem, the readings will not be accurate. As a result, you could be charged more even though the amount used has stayed the same.
Making sure your commercial electric meter is the best type for your business needs is important. A10 Electrical Services can advise you on the best type of meter for your business. We install commercial electric meters for business in London, Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford and along the A10 to Cambridge.
Why Install A New Electric Meter?
Getting a new or replacement business electricity meter can help your business in many ways. It ensures you get accurate electricity readings.
Cost Savings
Collect real-time data regarding your energy use, helping you identify areas of excess consumption or inefficiencies. You can then implement strategies to reduce electricity consumption and, thus, save you money.
Sustainability
Accurately tracking your electricity usage can also help you take a more sustainable approach to your energy usage.
Accurate Measurement
Automatically and continuously collect your electricity usage for a more accurate measurement of your electricity use. Your business can benefit from more accurate billing, especially if you have different electricity rates during the day.
Better Planning And Forecasting
With access to detailed meter readings data, businesses can better plan and forecast their energy needs, helping them to avoid unexpected bills. You can also negotiate with your electricity supplier to make sure you are on the best tariff for your business usage.
It will allow you to plan better and estimate your energy needs in the future.
What Expert Meter Management Services Include
A10 Electrical Services will arrange to visit your premises at a time to suit you. We operate all along the A10 from London to Cambridge, from Watford to Stratford and towns in between like: Hertford, Hemel Hempstead, Royston and Harpenden.
This will give you a clear measurement of your business’s electricity use. It will also help you manage it better.
We will check your business operations. We will make sure you have the right meter for your needs. We will also ensure it is placed correctly in your building. This will help ensure that once commercial electricity meter installation is complete, it gives an accurate reading.
We will configure the settings of a commercial electric multimeter, for example, following its installation. This helps ensure that accurate monitoring and measurements will be provided.
Testing And Calibration
Before any meter is put into service, it is tested and calibrated to ensure accuracy and reliability. All meters have a life between 10 and 40 years, depending upon the make and model and the environment. It is important the meter is replaced when its period of certification ends.
Data Analysis And Reporting
After installation has been completed and the meter calibrated, regular monitoring and maintenance are required. This can be done through software that allows monitoring of the meter’s performance and identifying any problems that need rectifying.
It also helps to identify trends in energy use and explore ways to reduce energy usage at any time of day.
How To Choose An Expert Meter Management Company
Many companies now offer expert commercial meter and domestic meter management services. However, choosing the right type of meter for your business can prove challenging.
Here are a few things to consider when selecting commercial electric meter service.
Look At Their Experience And Expertise
Experience and expertise are crucial in a company’s electrical work quality. Look for commercial electrical service with experience carrying out business electricity meter installations and completing projects similar to yours.
Be bold and ask them to provide examples of past commercial meter installation projects they have completed.
Commercial Electric Meter Installation Cost
Before you make your final decision, contacting several electricians who offer commercial electric meter installation and commercial electrical testing is essential.
At A10 Electrical Services, we offer free advice, consultations, and quotes before work commences. This ensures that we fully understand your requirements and your budget.
Costs will differ for every business premises and can range anywhere from £250 to £1,000. Accessibility of where the meter will be located as well as the type of meter you need play a part in the final cost.
Conclusion
Arranging for the correct installation of commercial energy meters is essential. This will provide you with an accurate measurement of your business’s electricity use and help you manage it more effectively. Over time, you could see a reduction in your annual business energy bills from your current energy supplier.
Getting A10 Electrical Services to install and commission yours will help ensure it is installed correctly and calibrated accurately.
Contact us today, and our team at A10 Electrical Solutions will provide you with a free consultation to discuss your commercial electric meter management requirements. Read more about our Commercial Electrical Services here.
We are a commercial, domestic, and emergency electrician service based in Harlow. We also provide services along the A10 from London to Cambridge. So, if you need qualified, reliable electricians, look no further.