Ground a gas meter?
icucwec
10 years ago
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wirenut1110
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old gas meter / smart meter - questions
Comments (8)The utilities company does NOT have to read anything manually because it already has a smart meter "attached" to it. They want to change out the meter itself. While I understand it is their equipment, changing out something that is still working, and working well without any problems, begs the question. Yes, it's their equipment, but really, another aspect is that it's on my property and I can deny access that way. just want to not invite trouble by changing out something that works for something that is "newer" i.e. read: functional obsolescence....See MoreWho can move the gas line to the gas meter?
Comments (11)I'd continue talking to the folks at the Gas Co. myself. What would happen if one of the workers hit the gas line? What would the company do in an emergency situation? We had a worker hit a line when we were working on a home in the East Bay area and it was a scary situation, but PGE responded quickly and turned it off via a line in the street. One would think they could kill the feed long enough to install a valve somewhere along the line without tearing up everything. Then, when the construction is finished they'd use as much as possible of the existing line and add new where needed. Sometimes you have to call the gas company several times to find someone willing to work out the problem! As sierra said, the line up to the meter can only be worked on by the gas company....See MoreBasement Gas Meter Enclosure
Comments (10)I wouldn't even put on a door knob. Have magnets to hold door closed. Paint a simple door the same color as the walls. Some plain unfinished cabinet doors from a big box store or even some close out left over doors they no longer stock. A good handyman can figure out something/ somehow to attach them. It's not like they will be something that needs to be used often....See MoreCovering gas meter in basement
Comments (4)^^^ Best idea! Your gas supplier may not allow even the close-cut surround you've installed, let alone a cabinet. If the meter is read manually rather than remote, you may find out sooner rather than later....See Moreicucwec
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