How much does it cost to change an electric meter: the cost of replacing an electricity meter in an apartment and a private house

The main factors affecting the cost of work

The bulk of the cost of replacing the meter falls on the purchase of the device itself.

Affects cost:

• Type of. There are mechanical, induction, ultrasonic and vortex models. They differ in design, method of accounting for water, accuracy, durability and, accordingly, cost. The most common in everyday life are mechanical. They, in turn, are divided into:
  • Wet - water passes directly through the moving parts of the meter.
  • Dry-moving - moving parts do not come into contact with water, and accounting is carried out using a magnetic system. Such models are more expensive, but they are more durable.
• Accuracy class. This parameter indicates the measurement accuracy. There are 4 classes: A, B, C, D. Each subsequent one is more accurate and more expensive than the previous one.
• Verification interval. The longer the verification period is indicated in the technical passport of the meter, the less often it will have to be verified, but the more expensive it is.
• impulse output. Such models can independently transmit readings. A useful option, but you have to pay extra for it. At the same time, the house must have appropriate connectors for connection, and the management company must provide such an opportunity.
• Additional protection: anti-magnet, increased moisture resistance, additional filtration for dirty water. Any type of protection increases the cost of the device.

What to do if the electricity meter is broken

We will tell you in detail what to do if the metering device breaks down, where and to whom to contact.

Fault notice

If a broken or faulty meter is found, this must be immediately reported to the power supply organization. The latter is obliged to send its specialists to fix this fact, draw up an appropriate act reflecting the final readings of the device.

Purchasing a new meter

If the apartment or house is your own, the owner of the living space must purchase a new device at his own expense. He can buy a counter at any outlet. The consumer himself chooses the brand and model of the meter, but they must meet the requirements (have certificates, stamp, mark in the passport, class 2).

It is allowed to purchase a meter from your power supply company.In this case, if the owner does not have the required amount at a time, he must be provided with an installment plan for a period of 5 years, at interest. An appropriate agreement is concluded between the company and the subscriber.

Examination

You may need to check a new counter. This will be required if, after a similar procedure carried out by the manufacturer, the following has passed:

• 2 years for single-phase appliances;
• year for three-phase.

Replacement request

The power supply organization needs to apply for a replacement meter. The latter will send its specialists within the agreed time to install a new meter. She has no right to refuse this to the consumer.

It is permissible to invite employees of specialized institutions of their choice to install the device. A necessary condition is the admission to such types of work of this company. Before carrying out the replacement, the energy supplying organization removes the previously supplied seals and records the readings of the device.

When installing the meter by a third-party organization, it will be necessary to conclude an appropriate contract with it, which is then submitted to its energy supply company.

Sealing

After installing a new meter, a seal is placed on it. Unlike installation, only employees of the power supply company can do this.

Primary filling is performed free of charge (Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of 04.05.2012 N 442). In case of illegal demands for payment of such a service or transportation costs, a complaint is filed with Rospotrebnadzor or the prosecutor's office.

Approval for operation

After installation and sealing, an act of acceptance for operation is drawn up. One copy remains with the energy supply company, the second is transferred to the subscriber.The consumer is obliged to monitor the serviceability and safety of the electricity meter of the residential premises. When breakdowns are detected, if the seals do not work or are damaged, you must immediately notify the power supply company.

The purchase and installation of the meter is carried out at the expense of the owner of the apartment, regardless of its location in the living room or on the stairwell. Primary sealing is done free of charge, repeated - at the expense of the consumer. It is necessary to monitor the terms of the check, when they expire, make a new one or replace the meter.

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Regulatory framework

Attention! According to the norms of the legislation, in the territory of the Russian Federation, electricity meters in the cases specified in the law are subject to mandatory replacement. This rule has been in force since 2009 with the entry into force of the Federal Law, which in 2014 was renamed the Federal Law "On Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency and on Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation"

In addition to this regulatory legal act, a decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of 2006 is in force in the country, according to the norms of which class 2.5 electrical metering devices are subject to mandatory dismantling.

The main reason for replacing electricity meters is that due to the increase in the number of household appliances, the amount of current passing through the metering units has increased.

Old-style devices (2.5) are not designed for such a current flow, in connection with this, they not only cease to show correct data, but also become sources of fires.

The need to install new types of meters is enshrined in Federal Law No. 102 - FZ of June 26, 2008, as well as in the provisions of GOST 6570 - 96.

The list of metering devices that are allowed for use is contained in the unified state register of measuring instruments.

The Housing Code of the Russian Federation contains norms for the delimitation of responsibility for the maintenance and maintenance of communications, including electric meters.

Meter models for a private house

How to choose the right meter model?

What are the features of electricity consumption in a private house? As a rule, this is a large number of electrical appliances, systems dependent on electricity and large areas of premises. Taking into account these characteristics, we select the counter.

Induction (mechanical) electricity meter

The principle of operation is based on the action of current and voltage coils. The coils themselves are stationary, but the magnetic field generated by them sets the mechanical disk in motion.

The counting mechanism of the device takes into account the number of disk revolutions and the amplitude of the disk movement. The latter indicator is directly proportional to the power of the energy consumed during the estimated time.

Operating features.

• A definite plus in reliability, long service life: even a 50-year-old "long-liver" can quite regularly wind kilowatts.
• However, mechanical devices are not accurate and are not protected from unauthorized connections by third parties.
• They always work in a single tariff mode, which does not allow you to optimally adjust the energy consumption in the house.

Therefore, in recent years there has been a massive transition of consumers to electronic meters.

Example.

Two-tariff recorders account for energy at an expensive daily rate from 07.00 to 23.00, at cheaper night rates - from 23.01 to 06.59. This mode is beneficial for a home equipped with powerful appliances, when energy-intensive systems operate at night.

Electronic electricity meters

Advantages of electronic models of electricity meters

They are equipped with microcircuits that calculate electricity directly with the output of digital indicators on an electronic scoreboard.

Electronic recorders are represented by multifunctional devices capable of:

• store readings for a certain period in memory;
• transfer data in the automated mode of the "smart home" system;
• accurately calculate the consumption of electricity, taking into account the devices in the "sleep" mode;
• work at several tariffs in two and three-phase modes.

There are two types of power grids in the Russian Federation:

• single-phase with a rated voltage of 220 V;

• three-phase with a nominal value of 380 V.

The first type is the prerogative of household electrical networks of apartment buildings. It is for this voltage that home appliances are designed. The second type is designed for more powerful equipment of modern private households.

Prices for electricity meters

Today on the market you can find dozens of models of metering devices that meet the requirements of electricity suppliers. Their cost is from 1,000 to several tens of thousands of rubles. Among the popular brands are Mercury, SEB, SOE, CE. Domestic devices are inexpensive, on average 1-2 thousand rubles.

Several inexpensive popular devices that differ in type and characteristics:

If your old electric meter suddenly stopped working, then for a small amount you can purchase one of these devices or a more advanced modification. It makes no sense to buy an expensive device, since less than 2 years are left before the start of a widespread change of devices.

Approval procedure

Before contacting a service company, check that the electrical wiring in the house is in good condition. If there are problems, it is better to fix them yourself. If gross violations are detected during the replacement of the energy meter, then a fine cannot be avoided.

After collecting all the necessary documents, you need to contact the management company. In the contract, look who took the meter to the balance, it can be a management company or the owner of the house.

The replacement can be planned or unscheduled, but in any case, it is registered with the energy company, so it is imperative to follow the procedure.

Electric meter in the shield

The application for the need to replace the electric meter is registered with the company, it will take several days for it to be entered into the state register. After that, you need to take a certificate from the energy company, according to which you can buy a new meter or you can buy it from a service company.

According to its characteristics, the counter must correspond to those indicated in the certificate. The passport of the device must be kept, as the results of scheduled inspections are recorded in it.

Who should pay for the work

So, the question of payment for services has some nuances.

As a rule, such work must be paid for by the owner of the premises in which electrical appliances are installed:

• when the premises in which the meters are installed is privatized (it does not matter whether it is an apartment or a house);
• in relation to municipal facilities owned by the municipality or other authorized body, payment for the installation of meters is carried out at the expense of the municipality or authorized body.

When the residential premises are not privatized, and the metering units are located outside the residential premises (for example, they are placed in the entrance), then the provisions of the agreement concluded between the management company and the residents of this house should be studied.

Attention!

The complexity of determining the payer in this case lies in the fact that the objects located on the landings are common property.

If the agreement does not specify the obligation of the management company to replace electrical appliances, then residents will need to independently resolve the issue of payment. When mass meter replacement is needed, residents will most likely have to raise the issue of fundraising.

The cost of work related to the replacement of devices depends on the region of residence of the persons, as well as on the company that will carry out the procedure. As a rule, it ranges from 1,000 to 2,000 rubles.

Please note that the cost of the device itself is not included in this amount.

What will change from 2020?

Since December 28, 2018, materials on changes related to electricity metering systems have been posted on the official Internet portal of legal information.

Good news awaits the residents of the country: all responsibilities for installing, using, checking electricity meters are completely transferred to suppliers. The only requirement for homeowners is to monitor the integrity of the appliances.

It is planned to eventually change all devices to "smart" analogues that transmit readings without the participation of people. Homeowners do not need to buy or install new appliances, but it is not yet known how the changes will affect utility bills in general.

But now users are obliged to transmit the readings of electricity meters themselves. About the best transmission methods data for light we talked about in our other article.

Electric meter replacement rates:

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Fast high-quality replacement or installation of the electric meter in the apartment, the cost of the service is the replacement of the electric meter

For the specialists of our company, it is not a problem to replace the electrical wiring in an apartment or office. We are ready to carry out a complete replacement of worn-out electrical wiring in an apartment located in an old house, as well as the replacement of an old electricity meter in this apartment. Our specialists can also carry out the replacement of badly damaged electrical wiring in the apartment of a recently commissioned building. Despite the apparent ease of this type of work, replacing electrical wiring in an apartment requires certain knowledge and experience, as well as the availability of all the necessary tools. In cases where a complete replacement of the electrical wiring in the apartment is impossible for any reason, we are ready to repair the existing electrical wiring. Practice shows that if the electrical wiring in the apartment is being replaced, then it is effective to simultaneously replace the electric meter in this apartment. It should be noted that the replacement of an electric meter in an apartment may be accompanied by the installation and assembly of electrical panels.

At the same time, we can offer such a type of service as the design and subsequent installation of electrical wiring in new buildings.The installation of internal electrical wiring also implies chasing walls for this electrical wiring. When carrying out the installation of new electrical wiring, the complex of works includes the installation of switches and sockets, and, if necessary, motion sensors. Quite often, the installation of electrical wiring, especially in new buildings and cottages, is accompanied by the installation of television, telephone lines and high-speed Internet lines. It is also impossible to imagine the installation of modern electrical wiring without the subsequent hanging of lamps, chandeliers and sconces. Quite often, along with the installation of internal wiring, audio and video intercoms are installed and connected. We carry out the full range of these electrical installation works.

We offer our services not only for people who have moved into new apartments or houses, but also for residents of old houses, in which it is very often necessary to replace the electrical wiring in whole or in part in the apartment and entrance. I would like to note that the installation of an electric meter in an apartment is carried out not only if there are any serious problems in the network. Also, the replacement of an old electric meter in an apartment may be caused by the need to install a more modern model of an electric meter. Also, the replacement of an electric meter in an apartment can be caused by the fact that with an increase in the number of electrical appliances used in everyday life, the load on the power grid increases, that is, it is necessary to use a more reliable model.

The main types of devices

Electric meters can be of several types, and all of them are used to some extent, the devices differ mainly in the principle of operation and the presence of different tariffs, but in general there are the following classifications:

Electronic devices are the most common, and were put into operation back in 1996, and are based on a device that perceives energy consumption indicators through a special system and displays data on the display.

Mechanical ones are now considered obsolete, and have disadvantages, for example, they cannot be multi-tariff, have accounting errors, and cannot automatically transmit readings.

There are also induction options, this is a kind of mechanical and electronic devices, they are distinguished by a long service life.

According to tariffs, there are also those that consider all energy at one price, and devices that can distribute electrics in different price categories depending on the consumption time.

The second type is more preferable, because when used at certain intervals, the user has the opportunity to save money, since usually night time is charged at the lowest price.

Requirements for installing an electric meter

In order for the new electric meter to work correctly and without breakdowns throughout its entire service life after replacement, it is necessary to properly prepare the place of its installation. The following factors affect the life of the device and its accuracy: humidity, temperature and composition of the surrounding air, vibrations.

Basic installation requirements:

• if installation is carried out indoors, then it should be dry in it, if outdoors, then a special sealed box is installed;
• when choosing a place, it must be taken into account that it is convenient for servicing and checking the device;
• installation is carried out on a rigid surface, which should not vibrate, deform and move;
• can be installed on metal, plastic or wooden panels;
• the surface must be vertical;
• from the floor, the device can be in the range of 80-170 cm, it is best that it be at eye level;
• it is impossible for the counter to deviate from the vertical by more than 1 degree, otherwise there will be a large error in its readings. This requirement is relevant for induction models, electronic devices are less sensitive in this regard;
• connected wires are well cleaned by at least 1.2-2 cm;
• be sure to make grounding;
• mandatory availability of circuit breakers, which, if necessary, allow you to turn off this device.

Replacing fixtures on stairwells

On the landing and in non-privatized apartments, according to Article 543 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, electricity meters must be changed free of charge by the management company. In order for the company to be responsible for the performance of these works, the apartment owners must conclude an agreement with it.

This document indicates all the nuances of cooperation with the management company, which services apartment meters and electricity meters in the entrance in apartment buildings.The electricity supplier is obliged in an apartment building not only to change metering devices, but also to maintain them, to conduct regular checks.

In order for the tenants of the house and the service company to have as few conflict issues as possible, it is necessary to sign an agreement between the parties.

It indicates whose property the metering device on the landing is, whether it is necessary to pay for the replacement of the electric meter if the actions of the residents led to its damage.

The contract should be drawn up by specialists, and before signing it, consumers should carefully study the content. After that, they will not have questions about who owns the counter on the stairs or in the apartment. If electricians force you to pay for the maintenance of the device, a signed contract will be an excellent protection against extortion.

It is recommended to protect the design of the meter with a special screen, in which case no one can damage it, break the seal, disrupt the operation of the device.

What should residents of an apartment building do if the contract with the electricity supplier and the management company did not indicate whose property the meter on the site is and its free replacement was not agreed?

In this case, you need to collect the residents and resolve this issue with the Criminal Code, you may need to raise money to replace the common house metering device.

Electric meter installation. What is needed for this?

First of all, you need to know the type of device that can be installed, according to the requirements of the service provider. To do this, you need to contact the organization of energy supervision or energy sales. In addition, there are two systems of modern meters:

1. With one dial.Standard device, which may differ only by the manufacturer and the date of the test.
2. With two dials that are designed to work day and night. The most modern option, which is becoming increasingly popular due to the accounting of electricity consumed at night. Since starting from 22-00 the service is provided at reduced rates, the device helps to save money when paying. This is especially true for owners of private houses with electric heating. The feasibility of installing such a model can be determined by using the services of an electrician.

After you have decided on the choice of the meter, you will need to contact the regulatory authorities and obtain permission to dismantle the old device. If you go through the procedure yourself, then it can take several days. By applying for the services of an electrician, you can count on his acquaintances in such organizations.

The process of installing an electric meter is divided into several stages:

1. Power off. Often there may be no circuit breakers on the supply wires, especially in older houses. Therefore, it will be necessary to carry out their installation under voltage, which requires special protective equipment.
2. Dismantling of the old device.
3. Replace input wires if required. Or an increase in their length, in case of transferring the electric meter.
4. Installing a new meter and attaching it to the wall.

The counter can be mounted in a variety of ways. Therefore, you may need a special locker for it. In addition, the master will be able to install all circuit breakers and relays, if necessary. After completing all the work, a trial inclusion and verification of the correctness of the phasing is carried out.The cost of electrician services will depend on the complexity of the project.

The single-phase electric meter is designed to account for the consumption of electrical energy in one phase. To save electricity, you can install a multi-tariff meter, which will save on the use of electricity at night. Also, not all meters work correctly with consumers with switching power supplies, which are in most modern electrical appliances, as a result, the readings can significantly exceed the actual electricity consumed.

Please contact us and we will help with the selection and installation of a single-phase electric meter. Call or place an application on the website if you want to order the installation of a single-phase electric meter or find out how much it costs to install an electric single-phase meter. Our specialists will advise you and agree on the time for our masters to visit your facility. After performing the necessary measurements, we will listen to your wishes and agree on options for installing a single-phase electric meter.

Performing work on the installation of a single-phase electric meter

Installation is carried out by qualified, experienced electricians, using professional tools and fixtures. Thanks to this, the installation always turns out neat and high-quality, and quite fast. Our customers are always satisfied and very often turn to us for orders for other types of work.

Order installation installation of a single-phase electric meter

When placing an order, check with our operators about the current discounts. Having placed an order with us, we will install a single-phase electric meter cheaply and in the shortest possible time.Such types of work should be entrusted only to responsible and professional performers, and you will certainly be very satisfied with the result.

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