RE: Off Topic, about Broadband cost ...30 Jun 2021 10:12
I have some experience of smartmeters, and would recommend avoiding them due to the following:
Your utility provider is responsible for the meter, they are not resposnisble for the hardware upstream or downstream of the meter i.e. mains fuse and consumer unit. This means that when they fit the meter, they do not ensure the tails into the mains fuse are secure. This often results in localised high resistence heating and, ultimately, a fire. This is well known within the industry. One is not legally obliged to have a smartmeter installed. If you are in the habit of switching off electrical items that are not in use, a smartmeter is no greener and will not save you money. Only your utility provider will save money.
The adverts you see on TV are misleading, at best!