Smart Home· Smart Meters· Reviewed June 2026

Why is my smart meter not working properly?

Quick answer

Smart meter issues are usually communication problems between the meter and your energy supplier — contact your supplier. This is not your electrician's responsibility.

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Smart meters are installed and owned by your energy supplier — not by a private electrician. If your smart meter is not sending readings, the display has gone blank, or the in-home display is not updating, contact your energy supplier directly. Common issues include: loss of signal between the meter and the smart network (particularly with SMETS1 first-generation meters); the in-home display losing connection to the meter (try moving it closer to the meter); or the meter reverting to manual reading mode. Do not try to open or tamper with a smart meter — it belongs to your supplier. If you have moved house and the smart meter is not working, register with the new supplier who can reconnect it.

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