At Gumtree, we’re all about making Good Finds happen. We help people find what they need, when they need it: locally, affordably and all the while making a positive impact on the environment. As we enter the colder months of autumn and winter, the price of everyday items, energy bills and the fast approaching festive season, can hang heavy.
But did you know that on average, 65% of a home’s energy is used up heating empty rooms?* Turn radiators down in less used rooms – During the day we use some rooms much less than others. For instance, we rarely use our bedrooms before we go to bed at night. Adjusting the temperature in less-used rooms by just 1.5°C can save the typical household around £68 a year, while simply drawing curtains to keep the heat in could save you around a tenner annually.** That’s why this autumn, it’s incredibly important to be energy efficient for both your wallet and the planet.
So we’ve teamed up with E.ON Next. They’re on a mission to help the UK become a net zero nation by 2050. How do they aim to do this? Well, one way is through their ‘Experience smaaaahrt’ campaign, encouraging the switch to smart meters. With this campaign their goal is to make sure that smart meters contribute to a UK target of 25% CO2 savings by 2035 (from 2015 levels)***.
Did you know that if everyone in the UK upgraded to a smart meter,
it would have the same environmental impact as planting 70 million trees.****
Smart meters are the next generation of gas and electricity meters
E.ON Next supports the Government’s target to install a smart meter in every UK home and business by the end of 2025. To date, E.ON Next have installed over five million smart meters, helping customers budget, save, and use energy more efficiently.
With a smart meter, you’re in charge. So say goodbye to bill surprises and hello to budgeting brilliance!
See what you’re spending.
View your energy usage in real time. E.ON Next customers find this can help them reduce their consumption and save money.
Know what you’re paying.
Estimates are a thing of the past. You can get accurate,
up-to-date bills with a smart meter.
Prepay friendly.
Smart Pay As You Go customers enjoy all the advantages of smart meters too.
The right tariff for you.
With the data from your smart meter, you can find the electricity and gas tariff that suits your wants and needs.
A cleaner future.
The UK is moving towards cleaner energy. You can be part of that movement with a smart meter.
Install a smart meter at no extra cost.
You won’t pay a penny for your smart meter, the installation or the set up. All you have to do is book an appointment and E.ON Next will take care of the rest.
This guide covers some of the most frequently asked questions about smart meters and if getting one is the right choice for you.
Can anyone request a smart meter?
Most certainly. At E.ON Next, they see smart meters as an essential part of helping everyone contribute to a more sustainable future. However, availability may vary based on things like your location.
Is it worth getting a smart meter?
Yes! Smart meters give you the chance to see how much you’re spending on your energy at that exact moment. This gives you greater control over your energy usage and spending.
Find out what real E.ON Next customers have to say about their smart meters.
How do smart meters work?
Your smart meter will use GPRS technology (think mobile phones) to send your energy use to your in-home display as well as to let E.ON Next know how much you’ve been using. It means that they can get your meter readings without you having to go under the stairs to find them.
Does a smart meter give you a meter reading?
Absolutely! Smart meters provide real-time meter readings, offering accurate energy consumption insights with minimum effort. You can see all the information on your in-home display.
Renters are welcome too.
If you’re listed as the account holder for the energy bills, getting a smart meter doesn’t always need explicit permission from your landlord.
However, it’s a good idea to talk to them about it and review your tenancy agreement to make sure you are sticking to any regulations related to meter changes. And if you tell them about the benefits, they should be happy to switch!
Is electricity more expensive with a smart meter?
No, electricity costs remain consistent with or without a smart meter. Smart meters empower you to monitor and manage your consumption efficiently.
Do electric smart meters need Wi-Fi?
No, the latest smart meters use a dedicated wireless communication system, operating on a separate network from your Wi-Fi. They don’t rely on your home internet connection to work.
Source –
* https://www.eonenergy.com/energy-efficient-homes.html#:~:text=On%20average%2C%2065%25%20of%20a,different%20rooms%20and%20zones%20separately.
** https://www.theccc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/221108-LD-JH-Letter-to-Rt-Hon-Jeremy-Hunt-MP-Energy-Efficiency.pdf
*** https://www.smartenergygb.org/media/i0pjpsqm/smart-meter-benefits-climate-change.pdf
****https://www.smartenergygb.org/smart-meter-benefits/benefits-for-britain/how-smart-meters-can-help-to-reduce-your-carbon-
