Half-Hourly Meters Guide

How Much Can I Save On A Half Hourly Meter?

How much you save with a half-hourly (HH) meter depends on how much energy your business uses and how you use the data. HH meters don't save money by themselves. They give you info to help you save. If you see when you use the most energy, you can move work to cheaper times, if your energy deal lets you.

An HH meter can show you how you use energy and where it is wasted, so you can fix it. You'll get the correct bills, so you only pay for what you use. How much you can save can change a lot, but big energy users with flexible work times can save a lot. Talk to us about your business and see how much you could save.

What Is A Half Hourly Meter?

A half-hourly meter is a special device that measures your business's energy use every 30 minutes, unlike standard meters that only provide monthly readings. It sends this detailed data to your energy company, showing exactly how much energy you use and when, which helps you understand your usage patterns, get accurate bills, and use energy more efficiently.

How Can I Tell If I'm On A Half Hourly Meter?

The easiest way to check is to look at your energy bills. If they mention "half-hourly" or "profile class 00," you're likely on an HH meter, sometimes referred to as a 00 meter. Also, your meter itself might have a data port or a display that shows readings more frequently than a standard meter. If you're still unsure, contact your energy supplier, and they can confirm your meter type.

Half Hourly Meter Readings

Half-hourly meters (HH meters) automatically record and send meter readings directly to your energy supplier. This makes manual readings unnecessary as the automatic readings provide accurate, real-time information for billing and energy usage patterns.

There are many great advantages of installing a half-hourly meter:

• Convenience - No need for manual readings.
• Efficiency - Accurately recorded data to use energy more effectively.
• Monitoring Usage Patterns - Using 2 or 3-rate tariffs and targeting software can help to reduce energy usage and carbon footprint. 

Do You Still Need to Take Meter Readings?

Mostly, no. Half-hourly meters automatically send your energy use to your supplier every 30 minutes. So, you usually don't have to read it yourself for billing.

But, it's still a good idea to check sometimes:

• Just to be sure - You can make sure the automatic readings are right.

• To keep an eye on spending- You can see if your energy use suddenly changes.

• Because your supplier might ask - Some suppliers might still want you to give them a reading now and then.

Think of it like this, the meter does most of the work, but it's smart to double-check every so often.

Get A Half Hourly Tariff Quote & Compare Prices For Contracts

Half-hourly contract prices can vary, so it's best to get quotes for your business early. This allows you to understand market changes and save money more efficiently.

If your business regularly uses over 100 kW of electricity at peak times, you are legally required to install a half-hourly meter. This usually applies to factories, large warehouses, department stores, breweries, supermarkets, large offices, and other big industrial or agricultural businesses. Also, since 2015, businesses with profile classes 05-08 must switch to half-hourly settlement when starting or renewing contracts, as part of P272.

To find the best solution for your business, please answer a few questions. Our team will then contact you with the right pricing options.