Terms and standards for checking and replacing a gas meter. How long does it take to change a gas meter?

The need to install a gas meter

Until now, many gas consumers, especially those living in apartments with central heating and using blue fuel exclusively for cooking, doubt the advisability of installing metering devices.
This is explained by the fact that the purchase and installation of a meter requires a considerable amount, while the payment for gas according to the standards established by the state is not too high. But is it really economically beneficial? So, a family of three pays about 320 rubles a month for gas. At the same time, the standards are initially very high, since they are calculated based on maximum fuel consumption, and such a situation rarely occurs in life. Installing metering devices is primarily beneficial for those who consume small amounts of natural gas. For residents of country houses and apartments with individual heating, the installation of metering devices is mandatory.

In domestic conditions, mechanical meters are usually used: membrane or rotary. They are low cost, easy to install, do not require additional power, and are equipped with a backlit display, which is very convenient when reading readings.

Why is it important to monitor the status of the meter?

If the owner of the device promptly discovered its malfunction or violation of the integrity of the seal and notified the gas supplier about it on the same day, then during the replacement period payment will be made according to the standards. The replacement period lasts from the date of notification until the day following the date of sealing of the new/repaired meter.

During the inspection, the technician will turn on the burner and monitor the change in numbers. If the device does not respond, you will have to send it for verification and repair.

The situation is completely different when a gas service employee discovers a problem. In this case, the use of standards will apply to the period lasting from the moment of the last inspection until the installation of a fresh seal.

And, although the duration of the period cannot be more than 6 months, the increase in fees is very significant - as is known, the standards are too high compared to the volume of actual consumption.

Who has the right to carry out the procedure

The easiest way is to call your gas supplier; sometimes suppliers carry out the procedure themselves or they have attached verified organizations.

A more difficult option is to find a commercial verification company.

Such an organization must have an accreditation certificate in the field of ensuring the uniformity of measurements, issued by the Federal Accreditation Service. The register of organizations accredited in the field of ensuring the uniformity of measurements can be found here.

Specialists also dismantle and install the equipment, and during the diagnostic period (if verification is carried out in the laboratory) they install a temporary safety device.

Standard device life

Depending on where exactly the measuring device will be installed, the following types of gas meters are distinguished: household, industrial, municipal. The main difference between them is the volume of gas that is passed through over a certain period of time. The service life also varies.

Over time, the functionality of the device decreases. This can lead to unnecessary noise, interruptions in operation, and incorrect accounting of gas consumption. In this regard, gas meters need to be periodically checked and replaced. The nominal service life of such a device is 20 years.

The countdown begins from the moment the device is released, not installed.

However, each product comes with a passport for it. This document always indicates both the service life and the frequency with which inspections must be carried out. The SGK 4 meter, for example, according to the instructions, can operate for no more than 20 years, while the Betar device has a service life of 12 years. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to focus on the data specified in the passport.

Requirements of Russian legislation

The main document is Resolution No. 824 , approved by the Russian government on September 19, 2013.

It made changes to the Rules for the provision of public utilities and affected mainly the requirements for replacing gas meters.

Reasons for replacement specified by law

According to the law, it is necessary to replace an existing gas meter if:

expiration of the service life specified in the technical data sheet of the product;
negative verification results.

Negative results include visible mechanical damage, recorded error exceedances, broken seals, and lack of readable indicators.

Detection of a meter malfunction with a damaged seal during an inspection is a reason for imposing penalties on the owner. To avoid getting into an unpleasant situation, you need to monitor the condition of the device and the integrity of the seal.

The initiator of the verification can be the owner who noticed a malfunction of the device, or a gas service employee performing a scheduled or extraordinary audit.

Performer and frequency

Important questions also raised by the resolution are: after how many years does the gas meter need to be replaced, and who should carry out the replacement? The frequency should be determined by the flow meter passport. Most models have a service life of 20 years. But there are also exceptions.

For example, a Betar brand product can only work correctly for 12 years. Therefore, verification with information from the manufacturer is mandatory.

The dismantling of the old device, as well as the installation of a newly purchased one, can be carried out by an employee of the gas service serving the area of residence. Representatives of a private licensed company can also get involved. Self-replacement is prohibited.

Who should pay for the replacement?

According to Order of the Ministry of Industry No. 1815 dated July 2, 2015 , payment for replacing the meter is the responsibility of the owner of the premises. Depending on the type of property, payers can be legal entities, individual entrepreneurs or individuals.

You will have to pay both the cost of the new metering device and all the manipulations performed by specialists. These are services for dismantling an old flow meter and installing a newly purchased one

Accordingly, these are owners of square meters in apartment buildings, owners of private households and holders of rights to commercial real estate.

The exception is municipal housing, where residence is temporary for citizens. In this case, the owner is the local government. Therefore, all costs are borne by the municipality. The only thing residents should do if a flow meter malfunction is detected is to file a complaint with the housing and communal services service.

Free service can be used by war veterans (veterans and rear service personnel), large families and non-working pensioners. At the local level, expanded lists may operate and additional benefits may be provided. You can check this information with your municipal gas company or local government.

What is the service life of a gas meter? What are the dangers of using a device that has expired?

According to amendments to Federal Law No. 261 “On Energy Saving and Increasing Energy Efficiency,” owners of apartments and residential buildings must install meters to record gas consumption by January 1, 2021, or the device will be installed forcibly by a special service.

The law does not apply to emergency housing and facilities that are subject to demolition or awaiting major repairs. Also, meters will not need to be installed in apartments where the maximum volume of gas consumption does not exceed 2 cubic meters per hour, for example, when only the stove runs on gas in a house. Let's find out how long the device is valid and after what time the counter changes.

What does the expiration date mean for a gas meter?

The service life of a gas meter is its maximum possible service life; after this time, the device needs to be replaced. Any meter is sold complete with a technical passport, which contains:

all device characteristics;
frequency of need for verification;
service life established by the manufacturer.

How much is it?

Let's find out how long the device lasts, how many years it is installed. Despite the fact that the state has established the validity period of a gas meter in an apartment or private house for 20 years, it is better to follow the recommendations from the manufacturer specified in the technical data sheet of the equipment. Models of meters and their service life:

SGK - 20 years;
NPM G4 – 20 years;
SGMN 1 g6 – 20 years;
Betar - 12 years old;
161722 Grand - 12 years old.

From what date is it counted: from the date of installation or release?

It doesn’t matter how long after purchase you installed the metering device, the service life of the gas meter is counted from the moment the device was manufactured in accordance with the Procedure for verification of measuring instruments, requirements for the verification mark and the contents of the verification certificate (approved by order of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation dated July 2, 2021 city N 1815).

Let's consider how often the device needs to be changed, and after how many years it must be replaced. According to the standard, if the meter has passed all verifications and worked properly, then it is replaced at the end of its service life (from 8 to 20 years) specified in the technical passport. But there are cases when the device needs to be changed ahead of schedule:

The seals are broken.
The numbers on the device display are not shown.
Presence of damage incompatible with the operation of the device.
The meter did not pass verification, or during verification, violations were identified that made further operation impossible.

The following factors may affect the service life of the meter:

Low bandwidth.
Increased humidity in the room.
Incorrect meter installation.
There are no dust filters.
The installed cells do not meet the technical requirements.

How does operation affect the period of use?

The operation of a gas meter, like any other measuring device, affects its performance. This may manifest itself in:

Meters that have not passed verification cannot be used

According to clause 25 of the Rules for the supply of gas to meet the household needs of citizens, approved by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of July 21, 2008 No. 549, the volume of gas consumed is determined according to the readings of the gas meter, subject to the obligatory observance of the condition: the deadline for the next verification has not arrived, determined taking into account the frequency of its implementation, established by the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology for each type of gas metering devices approved for use on the territory of the Russian Federation.

Service life specified by the manufacturer

A gas meter has its own service life, which depends on its type, operating principle and manufacturer. Over time, the accuracy of the device decreases, the meter begins to make errors, both in the direction of decreasing and increasing consumption. Therefore, the device must be replaced shortly before the end of its service life, even if it meets the specified requirements.

The service life is indicated by the manufacturer in the technical data sheet. In most cases, it is 20 years (for some models - 12) and is counted from the moment the product was manufactured. There should also be a note stating that the device is suitable for carrying out the stated measurements.

Checking the meter

Devices are regularly tested for functionality to prevent errors in measurements. For the first time, the procedure is performed by the manufacturer, which is noted in the technical passport. If there is no such date, but only a month and a year, then the end of the verification period is considered to be the last day of the previous month. How often the gas meter needs to be changed is decided by the manufacturer and indicates the frequency of the procedure in the data sheet. Depending on the model, the meter can be checked every 4-12 years.

The procedure is carried out by the local gas supply service or accredited organizations with permission to carry out such work. The consumer is responsible for monitoring the timing of the inspection:

On the specified date, an application is submitted for a specialist to visit the organization with which the contract for servicing gas equipment is concluded.
The meter is dismantled and taken for inspection, during which the technician installs a replacement copy.
Based on the results of verification, the device is recognized as suitable or unsuitable for measurement.
In the first case, the device is installed in place and sealed, and the date of inspection is noted in the passport.
In the second, when the product is recognized as unsuitable for subsequent use, the gas service specialist informs the owner about this and draws up a report on the impossibility of operating the device. In this case, you need to change the gas meter.

The procedure is paid for by the property owner.

It is not recommended to skip the inspection date - during the scheduled visit, a gas service specialist will definitely find a violation. There are no penalties for failure to meet deadlines. But using a device with an expired verification is equivalent to its absence. Gas consumption for the last 6 months will be recalculated and a new bill will be issued taking into account energy consumption according to standards, which will cost more than the usual payment according to indications. To avoid additional costs, we recommend contacting your gas supply company before the inspection deadline.

Is it possible to do it at home without removing it?

In most cases, checking a gas meter without removing it is technically impossible, since without dismantling the inspector will not be able to set different gas flow rates.

Most household gas meters must be verified according to GOST 8.324-2002 “GSI. Gas meters. Verification method”, and this method involves dismantling.

However, if employees of Gosstandart (or another accredited company) have a mobile verification station on hand, then they can verify the meter at home.

The metering device is dismantled and tested on site, in the client’s apartment, without delivery to the laboratory. This verification is carried out within an hour. The owner of the counting device will be required to organize a verification event, pay for services in advance or on the spot.

Replacing a gas meter, rules and features

Law on replacing gas meters Replacing a gas meter in private homes Necessary measures for replacing gas equipment:

Project documentation, which can be ordered from a specialized company.
After consultation with the gas supply organization, the owner is obliged to independently purchase a meter of a certain brand, as well as pay for services for designing its installation.
Payment for dismantling work of previous equipment.

How much does installation cost?

The cost of installing a gas meter varies between 900-3000 rubles, depending on:

complexity of the work performed;
type of work;
meter brands;
place of its installation (apartment or private house).

On average across the country, the cost of replacing a meter is in the range of 3-4 thousand rubles. List of required documents for filing an application In order to order the installation of a new meter, you must provide the following list of documents:

passport of the owner of the house (in its absence, it is permissible to use another identification document);
technical passport of the meter;
documents confirming the rights to real estate (purchase/sale agreement, house register, etc.);
if the applicant rents housing, then a rental agreement is provided;
technical plan of the building;
application (written in free form is acceptable);
approved house gasification project.

Important: the application must indicate all the characteristics of the device (serial number, model, etc.).

Federation carries out on the basis of gas, electricity and water meter readings. Any measuring equipment has its own specific service life, after which it must be replaced. In addition, in some cases, when after the next verification the device is found unusable, a new one is also installed in its place.

After the expiration of the service life (operation) of the device;
In the event that the meter has not passed verification.

One of the main questions that concerns our citizens is whether they need to pay for verification or replacement of a gas meter.

Since the operability of the system is in the interests of the owner, payment for installation falls entirely on the subscriber. The total cost includes both the measurement unit itself and repair and installation work. The price of the model can range from 1.5 to 15 thousand rubles, depending on the brand and method of device. The cost of installation, as a rule, ranges from 3 to 10 thousand rubles.

Installation of equipment is free for certain categories of citizens:

WWII veterans;
low-income persons;
large families.

After receiving the notification, the owner of the premises calls specialists for verification. If tests show a malfunction, the unit is replaced. The technical diagnostics of the meter is carried out by the center for standardization, metrology and certification. If the owner notices any malfunctions in the operation of the equipment, including a foreign smell, you should immediately call specialists who will offer to change the gas meter or carry out repair work.

There is also a second reason for mandatory replacement - the end of the dial resource. Counters, as a rule, are not run for a second round, although the values are most often enough for a long period of operation.

Meter maintenance can only be carried out by licensed organizations that meet all the requirements of federal legislation. Among them are specialized accredited companies and individual entrepreneurs with written confirmation of qualifications.

Technicians visit the site, taking into account the route route option and the general condition of the system. The owner of the property purchases a gas meter at his own expense, previously approved by representatives of the organization. The subscriber will also have to pay for other costs. After direct installation, regulations drawn up by employees of the gas organization are signed.

Only specialized organizations have the right to service gas meters.

Amendments to Federal Law No. 261 “On energy saving and increasing energy efficiency. » have already entered into force. According to the rules, by January 1, 2021, owners of residential buildings and owners of premises in apartment buildings must install individual gas consumption meters. Otherwise, specialists will install the device forcibly.

The provisions of the law do not apply “to dilapidated, emergency facilities and facilities subject to demolition or major repairs before January 1, 2013” (wording from the law). In addition, owners of apartments in which the maximum volume of natural gas consumption is less than two cubic meters per hour will not have to install meters.

It's easy to find out if you fit this definition.

If only a stove runs on gas in your home, you do not need to install any meters either before January 1, 2021, or after.

But if the apartment has heating appliances - a gas water heater or a heating boiler running on natural gas - you cannot do without installing a meter.

By the way, these rules should not be news to consumers - they were adopted several years ago, consumers were given a deadline for installation - until the end of 2014. But then many were unable to fulfill the requirements.

Moreover, not only the apartment owners, but also the gas workers themselves did not have time to adapt to the new conditions. Manufacturers were unable to provide the country with such a number of metering devices. Due to all these difficulties, the deadline was postponed until January 1, 2021. Now there is no way out of installing meters.

If the owner does not want to install gas consumption meters voluntarily, the gas distribution organization has the right to install it forcibly. No owner consent is required for this.

They can force a meter to be installed now if the owner protests against its installation.

In any case, all installation costs will be recovered from the consumer in one way or another.

To be fair, it is worth noting that so far there are no fines for failure to install meters before January 1, 2021.

You won't be able to hide from the gas service. According to the law, the owner who has not fulfilled the obligation to install a gas meter must provide access to gas service employees to the installation site of the device. If the owner refuses to let the gas workers in, the specialists have the right to file a lawsuit to compel them to provide access.

In addition, the owner is obliged to provide access for maintenance of in-house gas equipment, during which the absence of a meter may be noticed. And for refusing to let gas workers in for maintenance, consumers face administrative liability and a fine of 1,000 to 2,000 rubles.

Installing a gas meter in an apartment is not a cheap pleasure. As of July 23, 2021, according to Gazprom Gas Distribution Tula JSC, this service (without gas pipeline reinstallation, cost of materials and equipment) costs 4,123 rubles.

That is, if we want to buy a meter in the middle price segment, we will pay for installation, add the cost of the necessary materials, and we will get a sum of about 8,000 rubles.

An impressive price tag, especially if you compare it with the current living wage in the Tula region - 9,498 rubles.

Realizing that not all consumers are ready to pay the entire amount at once, gas workers made concessions. In the Tula region, as in a number of other regions, the gas distribution organization provides installments for the service. But consumers who take advantage of the offer will have to overpay: installments are provided at interest that does not exceed the refinancing rate of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation. Now, for example, it is 7.75% per annum. The maximum installment period is five years, it can be reduced at the request of the buyer.

Experts assure: after installing meters, gas payments are significantly reduced, and the devices pay for themselves in several years. This is especially true for those who have more people registered in their apartment than actually live there.

Who installs?

Gas meters should only be installed by specialists who are licensed to do so . To replace the meter you must:

Submit an application to the State Unitary Enterprise "Mosgaz" or the "One Window" service for verification or replacement.
Specialists check the condition of gas pipes. Prepare an estimate for the necessary work.
The apartment owner purchases the measuring instrument at his own expense.
Gas workers install the device and draw up a certificate of completion of work. Before this, the apartment owner must think about the place where to mount the meter. In this case, the requirements must be met: the distance from the floor for mounting the device is set to at least 120 cm, and from the stove - at least 80 cm.
An application is sent to the management company to seal the device.
The measuring instrument is sealed within three days.

Replacing a faulty device

Gas meters rarely break down. This happens due to violation of operating conditions. For example, if you use a model with a lower throughput than the actual one, use a device without a dust filter, or use high humidity. Malfunctions can be different:

the device stops recording gas consumption, works intermittently or freezes in place;
on electronic meters, the numbers on the screen completely or partially disappear;
there is a slight gas leak at the point where the device is connected to the pipe.

Such products must be replaced, regardless of the service life of the gas meter set by the manufacturer. Such products must be replaced, regardless of the service life of the gas meter set by the manufacturer.

If the owner discovers a problem, he must immediately notify the service organization about the problem. Any breakdown can be repaired only by the gas service; disassembling the device yourself is prohibited. The called technician will inspect the device, record the fact of the malfunction and take it away for inspection. Gas consumption will be calculated according to standard values from the moment the problem is detected until the installation of new equipment.

Much more serious consequences can occur when a technician identifies a breakdown during a routine inspection of the meter. In this case, the gas service may decide that the owner deliberately did not report an obvious malfunction and hid the fact of incorrect recording of gas consumption, and he will have to pay for the energy resource according to the standard for the last six months. Therefore, we recommend that you regularly check the equipment for possible malfunctions and, if any are identified, apply for a replacement gas meter.

Broken seal

It is prohibited to remove the seal from the meter yourself. If it is accidentally damaged, for example during cleaning, it is better to immediately notify the service organization. The company’s specialists will arrive as soon as possible and solve the problem on the spot.

Otherwise, the fact of the violation will be discovered during a scheduled inspection, which is fraught with suspicion on the part of the service of mechanical unwinding of the counting mechanism. In such situations, the device is immediately removed and sent for examination, about which a corresponding report is drawn up. All costs for dismantling and checking the device are borne by the homeowner. In addition, the owner may be held administratively liable and receive a considerable fine for damaging the seal. If, based on the results of the examination, the device is found unsuitable for further use, you will have to purchase a new meter.

How to replace a meter

Upon expiration of the meter's service life or confirmation of its breakdown, the device is replaced with a new one. The device itself must be purchased in advance. It is advisable to install a meter similar to the previous one, or a similar model from the same manufacturer. If such a device is not on the market, we recommend contacting the gas service to select new equipment. Before installation, the product is first checked for serviceability.

If it is necessary to replace the meter, you must notify the gas supply organization in advance, which will send a controller to take readings from the old device and check the integrity of its seals.

Installation of a new device is carried out by an organization with which the owner has an agreement. If welding work is required, it is also performed by company employees and paid for by the owner. Upon completion of installation, the equipment is sealed immediately or within 5 working days.

The purchase of a new meter and installation services are the responsibility of the home owner. Free replacement is possible only for low-income people, large families and WWII veterans.

Installation quality control

Work must be carried out taking into account safety rules:

The distance from the meter to gas equipment cannot be less than one meter.
Outside the home, the device can be installed under a moisture-proof canopy or inside a metal cabinet.
The standard placement height is 160 cm. Any deviations must be confirmed by the technical data sheet of the product.
There should be no heating devices within a radius of 2 meters.
The device must be within visibility and easy access.
The distance between the meter and the wall should be more than 5 cm. This ensures natural ventilation and slows down the formation of corrosion on metal parts.
Upon completion of installation, a leak check is required. Previously, this was done by applying a soap solution. Now representatives of gas companies are increasingly giving preference to electronic sensors.

Knowing how to properly install a gas meter in an apartment or house, it is easy to control the actions of specialists. In addition, an informed owner will be able to correctly formulate emerging questions and receive comprehensive advice.

The easiest way to check the tightness of gas pipe connections is to apply a soap solution to the joints. If it starts to foam a lot, it means the connection is not tight enough and everything needs to be redone.

After installation, you should monitor the further operation of the device: while maintaining the same volume of consumption, the new device should record approximately the same consumption as the old one. If the readings vary greatly, this is a reason to contact the gas workers again.

What to do if the meter is broken?

It is almost impossible to avoid breakdowns, which can manifest themselves as follows :

the readings do not change or there is a slight leak at the mounting location;
Digital values are not displayed at all or are only partially displayed (for electronic devices).

In such situations, the importance of maintaining the integrity of the filling becomes apparent. If it is violated, a corresponding act is drawn up.

Based on this act, the user must pay for the past six months in accordance with the standards applied to premises without measuring and accounting equipment.

The same sanctions apply for concealing a malfunction of gas equipment, if a routine inspection reveals a malfunction, even despite the integrity of the seal.

The subscriber is notified of the recalculation no later than 30 days .

If everything is in order with the seal, and the fault is identified by the owner of the property, the specialist records the fact of the breakdown .

Calculation according to standards in such a situation will be applied only for the period of actual absence of the metering device - from the date of detection of the malfunction to the date of replacement.

Payment procedures

In most cases, the owner of the property pays for all work performed and equipment installed. Free provision of services is possible only:

war veterans;
large families;
needy, low-income citizens.

Responsibility for timely verification and replacement also lies with the apartment owner. Actions in a private house to replace a metering device are no different from replacing indoor equipment. In both cases, all services are paid by the owner.

The cost of installation directly depends on the meter purchased and the complexity of further work. It is better to purchase a meter of the same model, since it will be easier to install. If the exact same device was not found in stores, you can contact the gas service with which the contract has been concluded.

ATTENTION! If it is necessary to replace the meter, which is located in the basement of the building, the owners of the house are not responsible for carrying out the work and purchasing equipment.

If a situation arises where the gas company does not replace the equipment in a timely manner, the owner has every right to file a complaint. Treat any equipment responsibly and always pay attention to its possible service life. This can save you from unnecessary problems and financial investments.

Replacement procedure

The procedure for replacing the meter itself is quite simple. You just need to contact the specialists:

An agreement is concluded with a specialized company to replace the old device with a new one.
After signing such an agreement, a specialist arrives upon request within a few days at the agreed time.
He is checking the old device. If it is necessary to replace it, the old meter is dismantled and a new one is installed.
Before installation, the new meter is also checked to ensure its technical serviceability.
After installing a new measuring device, the specialist must issue a certificate of completion of the work, as well as the commissioning of the new meter.
Based on the documents received, the homeowner applies to the management company to have seals installed on the meters. This must be done no later than 3 days.

The operation of counters without seals installed on them is strictly prohibited by law. If this is revealed, the homeowner will be charged the general tariffs for paying for utilities from the moment the meter was last recorded with intact seals.

In addition, the owner may be fined in the amount of 100-500 rubles for an ordinary citizen and from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles for organizations. Therefore, it is best to do everything in a timely manner.

It is also important to know that each meter has a certain verification interval, during which the manufacturer guarantees that it will give readings correctly. This interval is usually 8-12 years. The verification is carried out by representatives of the gas service. There are 2 verification methods: on-site and at home. Calling a specialist to your home will certainly be more expensive, but you won’t have to dismantle the counting machine and take it to a specialist. The results of the verification result in the recognition of the device as suitable for further use, or the need for its replacement is indicated. Based on this conclusion, the owner may be required to install a new gas meter.

Rules for sealing the meter

According to government decree No. 549 of 2008 , only supplier companies are granted the right to install seals. However, it is not the emergency dispatch departments that install the devices themselves that are responsible for this, but authorized employees of subscriber departments. Therefore, for sealing you will have to write another application.

It should indicate:

Full name, passport details of the owner of the property;
brand and serial number of the device;
flow meter readings at the time of installation;
date of the next verification.

The application must be accompanied by a technical passport of the new device, an installation certificate, and a document on putting the equipment into operation.

The technical data sheet of the product should be kept until disposal of the device. The document is included in the list of mandatory documents for each verification.

If the installation was carried out by a representative of a third-party licensed company, then it is necessary to present documents confirming the qualifications and right of the representative of this company to work.

Procedure for replacing equipment

The first stage of the algorithm for replacing the metering device is concluding an agreement with the company that supplies gas to the area of residence. The subject of the agreement is a set of measures to replace the device. Motive - an application submitted by the owner of the premises.

The list of documents is approved by law. And the application is written in free form on a blank sheet of paper or on the letterhead of a specialized gas company

Private gas companies operate in large cities. They have the appropriate licenses, and their employees are certified and authorized to work with gas equipment. When contacting them to change a flow meter, you must request supporting documents.

First visit to a specialist

At the first visit after concluding the contract, the technician must confirm or deny the need to purchase and install a new device. There are often situations when, to restore functionality, it is enough to install a new battery or perform inexpensive repairs.

If the device is really outdated or broken, then a specialist must inspect the installation site, evaluate the technical conditions and give detailed recommendations on choosing the appropriate model. Based on these recommendations, the owner of the premises purchases a metering device and prepares for the second visit of gas service employees.

Second visit - installation

For the second visit of the specialist, it is necessary to prepare documents relating to the newly purchased device, as well as make room for installation. Since the meter must be installed in a visible place and in an area of free access, it is worth removing all obstructing objects.

This requirement is specified in SP 42-101-2003 - a set of rules for the design of gas distribution systems. It is necessary to follow it after installation, during operation: the meter must be located where it is convenient to install and maintain it.

Before the installer’s visit, it is recommended to remove all unnecessary items from the gas meter installation area: towels, kitchen utensils, cutlery

After completion of installation, gas workers are required to fill out a certificate of completion of work and issue a document confirming the launch of the device. These documents must be kept along with the technical data sheet of the device.

The procedure algorithm for those living in an apartment is no different from the procedure for replacing a gas meter in a private house. The only addition for owners of private households is a gasification project.

The final replacement cost consists of the price of a new device and installation costs. An increase in the average value may be affected by:

the need to increase the length of the gas pipeline using additional pipes;
welding work;
purchasing parts and consumables.

A more expensive replacement will be made by changing the position of the meter. For example, when moving the device into view.

What documents will you be given and what should you do with them?

When verification is completed, the subscriber will be given the following package of documents:

Certificate of work performed with a full transcript, signature and seal;
Gas meter maintenance agreement;
Certificate of verification (this form is issued if during the diagnostics the identified error does not exceed the normal limits). From September 2021, all verification data is entered into the Arshin register (read the details at the link).

The technician also enters the date of the test into the technical passport of the device. Information on the new gas meter must be submitted to the EIRC.

What to do

Operation of the equipment implies, in addition to personal control, providing access to the equipment to representatives of the service organization. If the owner creates obstacles for service personnel (after they have demonstrated documents), this may serve as a reason for terminating the service contract.

There are several options for checking the mechanism yourself:

Monitor whether the device values change when all fuel consumers are completely turned off.
Comparison of charges during maximum fuel consumption of a gas stove (4 burners and oven) with similar passport data.
If the unit contains an electronic dial that changes numbers when the gas pipeline is closed, we can talk about the presence of stray currents in the system.

If, when a defect is detected in the operation of the meter, there is no foreign smell, further use of gas appliances is permitted, provided that the user does not carry out repair work independently.

If it's broken

After detecting a malfunction during verification, the specialist draws up a report on the presence of a breakdown, and the owner of the measuring device will need to pay the recalculated amount of energy resources for the last six months.

If the owner independently discovers a malfunction, it is necessary to urgently notify the service organization. The technician will inspect the unit, followed by repair or full replacement. If the meter is transferred for examination to the inspection center, a temporary recorder is installed on the gas pipeline, which will work until a permanent meter is installed.

If expired

Gas equipment should be checked regularly, even if the gas meter has not yet passed its expiration date. The owner of the premises is responsible for periodic inspections. Gas service employees carry out scheduled meter checks every 6 months.

If, during the inspection of the device, the technicians detect a case of delay, a recalculation of the gas used for the last 6 months is made. An interested person can contact the consumer rights protection center if he notices violations on the part of the gas organization.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

The meter is replaced when it breaks down and at the end of its service life. The initiator can be the owner himself or a representative of the gas service. When choosing a device, you should listen to the opinion of a professional, since only he can take into account all the technical details.

Installation should also be entrusted to specialists. This is roughly how their installation visit goes:

After completing the work, the gas service employee must draw up two reports: on replacement and on putting the device into operation. After this, all that remains is to put a seal and monitor the condition of the new flow meter.

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Verification interval

The manufacturer of gas equipment officially indicates in the documents the calibration interval when the device is guaranteed to perform its functions without errors. On average, meters have a verification interval from 8 to 12 years.

If the time for verification is exhausted, gas service workers deliver the meter to a specialized center for inspection.

If the research results are positive, the metering device is reconnected to the circuit. The countdown of the new verification interval begins from the day of installation in its original place.

How to determine when to change the meter

After receiving the notification, the owner of the premises calls specialists for verification. If tests show a malfunction, the unit is replaced. The technical diagnostics of the meter is carried out by the center for standardization, metrology and certification. If the owner notices any malfunctions in the operation of the equipment, including a foreign smell, you should immediately call specialists who will offer to change the gas meter or carry out repair work.

Examination

Whether this test is required depends on the model of the appliance, but is usually done every eight years. It is done this way:

The owner of the apartment calls a specialist. Information about the need for the next inspection is on the receipts.
The technician replaces the existing meter with a temporary device from the service company. It is set for the period of verification of the declared device.
The company is inspecting the removed device.
The owner is given a conclusion on the possibility of further use of the meter.

If the conclusion indicates that no faults were found during the test, it can be installed back. Otherwise, the meter must be urgently replaced.

At whose expense is the replacement carried out?

If the service life of the device has expired, or verification has shown that it is unsuitable for further use, then all costs associated with its replacement are borne entirely by the owner of the apartment.

In addition to the cost of the meter itself, its installation will cost from 3,000 to 10,000 rubles . Everything will depend on the complexity of the work performed.

Free replacement is provided only to certain groups of citizens:

WWII veterans;
large families;
low-income, needy citizens.

If your apartment has a gas meter installed, then you need to independently monitor the onset of its verification interval .

It is worth considering that the countdown is made from the moment the device is released.

If the verification is not carried out on time, or the gas company is not notified of the malfunction of the device itself, then the apartment owner will be required to pay for the last six months for the use of gas according to established standards, which will be much more expensive.

All costs associated with installation, replacement and verification of the device are borne by the gas user.

Gas meters, like other measuring instruments, have a certain service life.

Compliance with all operating requirements and timely verification is of great importance

Choosing the right model

The choice of specialists is based on the size of the room, the location of gas equipment, and the number of devices connected to the metering device. Craftsmen take into account the diameter of the thread and the throughput of the flow meter.

The user is advised to pay attention to the balance between price and service life, as well as the date of manufacture. A production date that is too old will significantly shorten the period until the next verification, since this period is determined by it, and not by the date of purchase or installation.

When choosing a meter, a real specialist will definitely pay attention to the direction of gas flow it is intended for. The photo shows the right counter. The left one has a mirrored entrance and exit

It would not be superfluous to clarify the design features, as this affects the frequency of verifications. Thus, compact rotary models must be inspected every five years. Membranes are subject to professional inspection every 10 years. Turbine devices frequently used in the industrial sector - once every 8 years.

The model chosen by the owner independently will, in any case, be checked to ensure compliance with all requirements. Therefore, before purchasing, you should consult with gas specialists.

The subtleties of choosing gas meters are described in more detail in this material.

Who installs and replaces gas meters

The device is being sealed. It is strictly forbidden to tear the seal on the registrar. If a gas leak is noticed, the existing valves on the gas pipe should be closed.

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