Smart Meters: What’s the Hold-Up & What You Can Do

7/7/20251 min read

Published: July 2025

Smart meter installations are behind schedule, and many households are still using outdated meters like the Radio Teleswitch, which will be deactivated soon. If your meter stops working, your energy supplier may put you on an expensive fallback tariff.

Take action now:

  • Check if your meter is on the “end-of-life” list

  • Book a smart meter installation through your energy provider

  • Review your tariff and compare prices

Webster Electrical can help assess your current setup and future-proof your property for the smart grid transition.

📍 Quick Fact: Some smart meters installed before 2019 may lose functionality if you switch energy suppliers.