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Home › Energy › Meters › Pay As You Go › FAQ

FAQ: Pay As You Go Meters

By Cormac Breen | Updated 2 April 2026 | 3 min read

All your questions about pay-as-you-go electricity meters answered. Find information on installation costs, who installs PAYG meters, what to do if you lose your top-up card, and more.

Pay As You Go Meter FAQ Articles

How Much Does It Cost to Install a PAYG Meter?

Costs associated with installing a pay-as-you-go electricity meter in your home.

Who Installs a PAYG Meter?

Who is responsible for installing your pay-as-you-go meter and how the process works.

What Do I Do If I Lose My PAYG Top-Up Card?

Steps to take if you lose your pay-as-you-go top-up card, including how to get a replacement.

Can I Change My PAYG Meter?

Options for changing or upgrading your pay-as-you-go electricity meter.

How Do I Remove a PAYG Meter?

How to switch from a pay-as-you-go meter to a standard electricity meter.

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Cormac joined Selectra in 2024 as the chief content and editorial manager. He previously worked as a language teacher before studying journalism and communications. His expertise focuses on the Irish energy market, helping consumers find better electricity and gas deals.

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