How does a gas card meter work?
When your key or card is topped up, simply stick it in the meter which will top up with the amount of credit you’ve paid for. The meter displays how much credit you have left; when this runs out you must top up the key or card again.
Is a gas card meters more expensive?
Why are prepayment meters usually more expensive? One of the main reasons prepayment meters are generally more expensive than standard credit meters is simply that they are more effort for the suppliers.
What is a token meter?
Prepayment meters are a type of domestic energy meter that requires users to pay for energy before using it. This ‘pay as you go’ energy is used with a smartcard, token or key that can be topped up at a shop or via a smartphone app.
Can you put emergency electric on without key?
To access your Emergency Credit you must have the key or card in the meter. You’ll need to pay back the Emergency Credit next time you top up, and any remainder will be put on as credit. If you use all your Emergency Credit and don’t top up to replace it, you may not have an energy supply until you have repaid it.
Is it cheaper to have a pay as you go gas meter?
Prepaying for your energy lets you pay small amounts often, but it’s usually a more expensive way to pay than getting a bill. If you have a smart meter, your supplier can change its setting from credit to prepayment.
Is British Gas pay as you go more expensive?
Is it more expensive to Pay As You Go? Pay As You Go meters are only compatible with certain tariffs. So if you’re already on one of these tariffs, then the price you currently pay won’t change. If not, we’ll need to switch you to one of our compatible tariffs – but we’ll let you know of any price changes.
Can I pay for firmus gas online?
Pay your bills online anytime, day or night. View your bill history from the last year. Submit your own meter reads to receive discount and avoid estimated bills.