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Is not your first example above 6238, and not as you say, 6248? When a pointer is on a number, you have to look at the next dial to see if it is a high or low number.

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You're right. It looks like the dial has hit the 4, but because the dial to the right has not reached zero, it is still a 3.

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I moved to Utah in May, and now my gas has tripled! It's constantly being estimated. The meter is old and I can't read the numbers. I complained, but nothing has been done. What do I do?

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Immediately demand that your meter be replaced. If the utility doesn't replace the meter within just a few days (maximum), then contact your congressional people and tell them of the violation of the public utility not servicing their customers. They should have your meter replaced for you in no time. However, you still might pay more in Utah than where you lived before. It's just a matter of Local and State approved rates. Where I live (not UT), oil is much cheaper than either gas (natural or propane), but other places are the reverse. Property taxes, electricity, internet, cable TV and phone can also be very much higher or lower. You may want to reconsider where in Utah you're living.

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Are meters ever replaced due to age? Meter readers are not reading the meter, and I've noticed the bill increasing by $50. What can I do about this?

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Yes, meters are replaced and you should call the utility company to have it replaced so any over-charging can stop. They won't refund any over-payments you've made, though. Replacement is free and takes just 15 minutes, and you don't need to be present for the replacement.

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My gas meter is showing blank. How do I read it?

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It might be solar-powered. See if shining a light at it activates the display.

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