How do I read my natural gas meter?

Reading a natural gas meter can be a straightforward process once you understand its components and how to interpret the readings. Most natural gas meters display numbers in a series of dials or as digital numbers. If your meter has dials, you will typically see five numbered dials, arranged from left to right, usually in a circular format. Each dial represents a different digit of your total gas consumption. When reading the dials, you should note that they move in alternating directions. This means that while one dial moves clockwise, the adjacent one will move counterclockwise. To read the meter accurately, observe the position of the needle on each dial. Record the number that the needle has just passed. If the needle is directly on a number, you should record the lower number of the two closest digits. After you have recorded the numbers from each dial, you can combine them to determine the total cubic feet of gas used by reading them from left to right. In some cases, you may have a digital meter, in which case the reading is displayed as a series of numbers on a digital screen. Simply read that number as it appears. For additional guidance and details on how to manage your energy needs, you could explore the official PSNC Energy website, where you may find further resources and support.