How to read your natural gas meter

Monthly meter readings are used to bill you for the actual amount of natural gas you use (instead of estimating). Outside of self-read areas, most meters are scheduled to be read every second month.

Many natural gas meters have four dials. Meters with five dials or digital displays are also common. The meter number is displayed on your natural gas meter. When entering your meter number, don’t include the letters MH.

Graphic of natural gas meter dials.

Your natural gas meter is located close to ground level. If your meter is inside, it’s usually in the basement close to the ceiling. If your meter is outside, it is about knee height and may have metal posts in front of it to protect it from accidental damage.

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