Linky meter installation: is it compulsory in my holiday home?
The rollout of the Linky smart meter, owned by Enedis (ex-ERDF), is governed by laws at European and national level. In this context, whether for primary or secondary residences, replacing your old electricity meter with the new Linky meter has been mandatory since the end of 2021.
Can I refuse to install the Linky meter?
Despite the fact that installation of the new meter is compulsory, you can refuse it without penalty until 2025. After that date, the utility will come back to you to arrange a new installation date, and penalties will certainly be applied if you refuse again.
Today, the main risk if you refuse to install the Linky meter is financial. Among other things, you’ll have to pay the additional cost of sending a technician to your home to continue taking manual meter readings, an operation that Linky can automate.
What are the advantages of the Linky meter for my holiday home?
Simplified monitoring of your electricity consumption
One of the main advantages of the Linky meter is its ability to enable electricity suppliers to bill their customers according to their actual energy consumption, measured in kWh. Before the arrival of Linky, this consumption was estimated by the supplier and then adjusted at a later meter reading. With Linky, this process now takes place in real time and remotely, eliminating the need to call in an Enedis technician. What’s more, you can monitor the electricity consumption of your second home directly from a smartphone or computer, without having to be physically on site.
Adjust your electricity contract remotely
The Linky meter considerably simplifies electricity contract procedures for second homes. Adjusting the power of your meter in kVa becomes a quick and easy process: all you have to do is contact your supplier. The power change is carried out within 24 hours for a modest fee (just over €3). This flexibility is particularly advantageous for reducing subscription costs for second homes occupied for a few weeks a year. What’s more, Linky makes it possible to activate the electricity meter remotely, again without the need for technical intervention by Enedis.
Choose an offer tailored to second homes
Today, offers specifically designed for second homes equipped with Linky meters are beginning to emerge. The idea is to offer a lower rate per kWh than EDF’s regulated rate during specific periods such as weekends or certain months, given that second homes are often busier during vacation periods. It’s a solution for optimizing consumption by benefiting from a more advantageous electricity rate at the right times of day. What’s more, thanks to Linky, it’s easy to change supplier remotely.
How can Cazmate help me track my electricity consumption?
Cazmate now includes “Electricity consumption tracking”, accessible via your home space. You’ll no longer need to use a third-party application to find out your electricity consumption, in real time, in kWh as well as in euros. Of course, you’ll need to install a Linky meter in your second home to benefit from this feature.
To connect your Linky meter in Cazmate, a few steps are required:
- Create your Enedis account
- Enter your meter number on Cazmate
- Specify the terms of your contract for even more personalized follow-up.
That’s all there is to it: you can now access your consumption directly.
Eliminate unnecessary expenses with Cazmate
Keeping track of your electricity consumption will enable you to make significant savings – up to -23% on your annual bill, according to a CNRS study. In fact, you’ll be able to quickly detect bad consumption habits and identify the most energy-hungry electrical appliances. Beyond the purely financial aspect, this will also enable you to make your own contribution to more responsible consumption.
To monitor your holiday home’s electricity consumption in real time, try Cazmate free of charge.
