It has come to our attention, that many of the locals in Palm Beach County, Florida have been instructed by FPL, Florida Power and Light, to upgrade their electrical meters. Where more and more people are following the regulations, it is likely a matter of time before you get the notice to upgrade your meter. With that in mind, we at Simon Electric, LLC would like to elaborate on the meter upgrade for your Florida home.
Electric Meter Can Upgrades
The meter can is where the power company plugs in to calculate your power usage. This area is typically placed at the entry point into your home. Generally, one would get a meter can upgrade when the interior jaws become defective or fatigued. Though this can be avoided with preventative maintenance, few think about the meter’s care. Heat is produced when electricity flows through wire and the heat will cause expansion and contraction effects. This expansion and contraction impact the panel and the meter, often causing the screws to loosen. Where torqueing these screws once a year can prevent costly problems, mandatory upgrades are a possibility.
Benefits of Electric Meter Replacement & Upgrade
A sign that your meter is having problems is if the lights and your power fluctuates. The meter replacement usually only takes a few hours. Upgrades are highly beneficial, some of these advantages include the following:
– Improved detection of outage and restoration capabilities. A diagnosis can be quickly attained when an outage occurs, and the repairs can be executed efficiently. The technological advances provide customers with more timely, customized information on the cause and status of restoration.
– More information concerning electrical use. Customers will have the ability to set up alerts when consumption and bills are approaching certain levels as well as monitoring daily usage through mobile devices; giving customers the management of their energy use throughout the month.
– Increased privacy on your property as the electrical usage is relayed automatically. The new upgrades really offer more advantages. Once they are installed, customers see the beneficial gain. When you call Simon Electric for your meter upgrades, there are a few steps you can to do to expedite the process.
How to Replace Your Electric Meter
Below you will find how to prepare for your meter replacement.
1) Clean out and clear the area. Any obstructions that are blocking the electric meter needs to be cleared out. Ensure any clutter is removed and if there are any encroaching weeds or stored items. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure that there is a way to access the meter in the event that the meter has been covered by drywall or paneling.
2) Be prepared for electric disruptions. During the meter replacement to your upgrade, there is a major possibility that your electricity may be disruptive long enough for the service to be completed. It is important you plan for this scenario and ensure all of your electrical systems are properly shut down.
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If you have gotten your notice to get the meter upgrade, or simply wish to be proactive, or if you are experiencing problems with the old one, call Simon Electric today to schedule your meter replacement.
