Rental meter reading in Honiton
Looking for professional rental meter reading help in Honiton? Hembury Contracting provides reliable landlord services across Honiton and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Honiton
All meters read and photographed at your rental property. Clear documentation for tenancy handovers - no billing disputes, no guesswork.
### Get Your Tenancy Handover Right First Time
When tenants move in or out, **accurate meter readings matter**. Get them wrong and you're dealing with disputed bills, angry tenants, and utilities companies who don't care.
I visit your property, read every meter, photograph each one with a clear timestamp, and send you a full report. Simple job done properly.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Book meter readings for the exact day keys are handed over - avoids any grey area about who's responsible for what usage.
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### Why Landlords Use This Service
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Photographed evidence with date/time | Tenant's word vs your memory | | All meters including water (often missed) | Only reading the easy-to-access ones | | Written report for your records | Scribbled note you'll lose | | Same-day results | Waiting on tenants to send readings |
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### What You Get
**📸 The Documentation**
| Item | What You Receive | |------|------------------| | **Photos** | Each meter display with timestamp | | **Written Report** | All readings listed clearly | | **Notes** | Any issues spotted (damaged meters, accessibility problems) |
**🔧 Typical Reading List** - Main electricity meter (plus Economy 7 if applicable) - Gas meter - Water meter (if accessible) - Any sub-meters or prepayment meters - Note of any smart meter status
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### Pricing
| Service | Time | You'll Pay | |---------|------|------------| | Standard property (2-3 meters) | 20-30 mins | **£60** | | Combined with void check | Add 15 mins | **£85 total** |
*Based on £60 minimum. Photos and report included.*
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### Perfect For
✅ **End of tenancy** - final bills accurate for checkout
✅ **New tenancy starting** - clear baseline from day one
✅ **Mid-tenancy checks** - verify tenant isn't getting overcharged
✅ **Property purchases** - document meter status on completion
Why Choose Us for Rental meter reading in Honiton?
All meters read and photographed for records
Clear handover documentation
Avoids billing disputes between tenants
Same-day reporting for quick turnaround
What to Expect
### Step 1: Access & Locate I arrive at the property, locate all meters (inside cupboards, outside boxes, under stairs - wherever they're hiding in your Honiton property). ### Step 2: Read & Photograph Each meter gets read carefully and photographed. Display clearly visible, timestamp showing, meter serial number captured. ### Step 3: Report & Send Photos texted or WhatsApp'd within the hour. Written report follows by end of day with all readings, serial numbers, and any notes.
Our Honiton Service Coverage
We cover Honiton and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Honiton or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎯 **Doing a full turnover?** Combine this with smoke alarm checks, key handover, or a void property inspection. I'm already there - may as well get everything done. **Multiple properties?** If you've got several rentals turning over the same month (happens a lot in Exeter with student lets in September), we can schedule them efficiently and save you money. **Difficult access?** Some Exeter properties have water meters in awkward spots or meter cupboards that need special keys. Let me know when booking and I'll come prepared. **Utilities disputes?** Keep these records for at least 12 months after tenancy ends. I've seen disputes come up months later when a tenant gets a back-dated bill.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rental meter reading in Honiton
Why use a service for something as simple as meter readings?
Between tenancies, you need accurate readings at specific dates to settle bills properly. I photograph each meter with a timestamp, give you a written report, and can do it while you're not available. Saves disputes with utilities and between tenants.
What meters can you read?
Electric, gas, water - anything accessible. If you've got older Economy 7 meters with two displays, or modern smart meters, I'll get all the readings you need. If there's a prepayment meter, I'll note the credit balance too.
Can you do this as part of a property check between tenants?
Absolutely. Most landlords book this alongside a void property check. I'll read meters, check everything's working, and give you a full report. Much more efficient than two separate visits.
How quickly do I get the readings?
Photos sent to you within an hour of the visit, usually. Full written report by end of day. If you need them faster for a utilities call, just say - I can text you the readings from site.
What if I can't access a meter cupboard?
If it's locked and you don't have a key, we'll need to sort access first. Most meter cupboards in Honiton rentals are outside or in communal areas, so usually straightforward. Let me know what access is like when you book.
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* Same rates for all locations in our service area
Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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