LESCO Faulty Meter Replacement Update – What Consumers Must Know

This update is very important for you if you are a LESCO consumer and your electricity meter is faulty. LESCO is going to start replacing faulty meters but the process is not simple like before they do. Many users are confused about what is going to happen?

In this guide I have explained everything in easy words based on real on-ground experience, so you can clearly understand how this change may affect your lesco bill.

What Is LESCO Doing Right Now?

LESCO has started replacing faulty electricity meters that have not beenworking for the last 3 months.

Replacing the meter is common, but the most important point to understand is.

👉 LESCO is NOT installing brand-new meters.

Instead of new meters, LESCO is going to install used meters that were previously removed from consumers who have installed solar net meters.

Who Will Get a Meter Replaced?

LESCO is currently focusing only on:

• Meters that are faulty for 3 months or more
  
• Consumers who were receiving estimated bills

If your meter is still working or is faulty for less than 3 months, replacement may not happen with your meter.

What About Consumers Who Applied for a New Meter?

This is where many people are facing problems.

If you have:

• Applied for a new electricity meter
  
• Paid the demand notice
  
• Submitted all documents

👉 You may still not get a new meter soon.

Real Situation (Ground Reality)

Based on my practical experience:

• After receiving the demand notice,
  
• LESCO usually takes 8 to 10 months to install a brand-new meter
  
• In many cases, it can even take up to 1 year

So yes, even if payment is done, new meters are delayed, you need to wait for 10 months.

Why Is LESCO Replacing Faulty Meters With Used?

LESCO currently has a shortage of new meters.

Because many consumers have shifted to solar net metering, LESCO now has extra used meters available.
To manage the situation, they are:

• Using removed meters
  
• Replacing only long-faulty meters
  
• Delaying new meter installations

This helps LESCO to manage pressure, but it directly affects consumers.

How Will This Affect Your Lesco Electricity Bill?

This is the most important part for consumers to understand.

Before Replacement

If your meter is faulty:

• You are receiving estimated bills
  
• Bills are calculated on average yearly usage
  
• Sometimes the bill was lower or balanced

After Replacement

Once the meter is replaced:

• Your bill will be based on actual reading
  
• You will pay for exact units you use

There is no fixed rule.
Your bill will now depend fully on your real consumption.

Important Tips for LESCO Consumers

• Check your meter reading regularly
  
• Match units with your bill
  
• Reduce unnecessary electricity usage
  
• If the replaced meter shows issues, report immediately
  
• Keep a record of old estimated bills

FAQs About LESCO Faulty Meter Replacement

Final Words for Consumers

This LESCO meter replacement update is not bad, but it is different from what people expect.

If your meter was faulty for months, replacement is good news.
But understand clearly:
👉 Bills will now reflect reality.

Stay informed, monitor your usage and avoid surprises.