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Gazpar meter: everything you need to know about the gas Linky
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March 6, 2026
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In order to accelerate the energy transition both at the level of individuals and businesses, the company GRDF (Gaz Réseau Distribution France) has launched a new generation counter called Gazpar since 2016.
This device communicative and intelligent must replace the 11 million meters with manual reading in homes and establishments connected to the company's natural gas distribution networks.
How does this new counter work? What are the advantages for SMEs? And what is the cost of installing it?
SirEnergies explains everything you need to know about Gazpar, the new metering device.
Gazpar, the communicating gas meter
Gazpar is a Communicating meter deployed by GRDF as part of the application of the energy transition law enacted in August 2015.
It is an intelligent metering device that optimizes the measurement and transmission of gas consumption data in businesses and homes.
This gas device is the equivalent of the Linky meter for electricity.
Do not hesitate to consult our article to know more about the Linky meter.
How does the communicating gas meter work?
The new so-called communicating gas meter was designed in a process of modernization and automation. To do this, he uses a technology” Smart grid ” offering a radio signal reading system. This allows the GRDF network team to consult your consumption data remotely.
This mode of operation takes place in 4 steps:
- The automatic recording of daily consumption;
- The transmission (twice a day) of the data collected to a concentrator via the 169 MHz frequency;
- Receiving and processing consumption records by the gas supplier's information systems;
- The publication of consumption data in the customer area of each consumer.
To perform this function, the Gazpar meter uses a lithium battery, which allows it to record daily consumption even in the event of a power outage.
The advantages of the Gazpar meter for professionals
With its intelligent technology, the Gazpar meter offers several advantages to the consumer, regardless of whether it is an association, an SME or an individual.
Better monitoring of gas consumption
Thanks to its communicating technology, the new GRDF network meter provides better visibility on daily gas consumption. This is a real asset for professionals: businesses and SMEs.
They can now consult their consumption data and follow its evolution over time. This is done via The GRDF client area which also makes it possible to set a certain consumption threshold to better control the use of natural gas within your company.
It is an effective way to optimize costs and save money on your bills.
Invoicing based on real consumption
With the meters currently in use (those with manual reading), the rates applied to the bills are calculated on the basis of estimated consumption. It may therefore happen that you pay a cost that is slightly higher than your actual consumption.
This problem no longer arises with smart meters. This new counting device makes it possible to bill customers on the basis of their actual consumption.
This is due to the fact that The Gazpar meter systematically transmits data twice a day using radio frequency.
Promotes the energy transition
The communicating gas meter also contributes to the energy transition in companies, associations and SMEs.
Indeed, by having direct access to your usage data, you can easily identify consumption peaks and determine their cause. The Gazpar meter can therefore help you become aware of an energy problem and to undertake renovation work : reinforcement of thermal insulation, replacement of collective water heaters, improvement of the heating system...
This type of ecological intervention will optimize your energy consumption.
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Improving the quality of interventions
Since meter readings can be done remotely with the Gazpar device, GRDF technicians will now be freed from this task. The national supplier can then mobilize this workforce on other services and operations. This improves the quality and speed of interventions.
Installing the Gazpar meter
The deployment of the new Gazpar metering device began in May 2017 and will end in 2022. The installation of this smart meter is automatic for the 11 million customers using GRDF's gas network.
How does the installation of the communicating gas meter take place?
The installation of the Gazpar meter takes place in several stages.
To start, you will receive an email between 30 and 45 days before installation. This message informs you of the arrival of the meter in your municipality of residence and indicates the name of the company mandated to take care of the installation.
After this first step, a new notification (email or letter) will be sent to you within 15 days before installation. This indicates the day and time the technical team will visit your home.
Two days before installing the device, a text message or a confirmation email will be sent to you as a reminder.
On D-day, the technical team installs your meter in about 30 minutes and gives you an intervention notice.
If your gas meter is located outside, you do not have to be present at the time of the intervention. However, in case the meter is located inside, your presence is mandatory. To find out when the new gas meter will be installed in your municipality, go to the GRDF supplier's website.
Is it mandatory to install the Gazpar smart meter?
The installation of an intelligent metering device is mandatory for all buildings (professionals and individuals) connected to the natural gas network. It is therefore not possible to oppose it.
In fact, gas meters belong to local authorities and not to customers. They delegate its management to the company GRDF. Thus, when the company's technical team wants to replace or repair a meter, it is entitled to do so even without the customer's authorization.
However, if it is not possible to legally refuse the installation of the Gazpar device, you can postpone the installation according to your availability if the meter is located inside. This is done via a registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt that indicates your temporary unavailability to the manager. However, be careful! It is not possible to postpone the installation beyond the date of completion of the overall deployment of the new meter.
How much does it cost to install a Gazpar meter?
The installation of the Gazpar meter is completely free for all consumers during the deployment period provided for by law. In other words, you will not have to pay any fees for installing this device until 2022.
Beyond this period, the installation of the meter may be chargeable. This cost will include technician travel expenses, installation time, and hardware.
In summary, the new gas meter is designed to ensure better management of consumption in businesses and households. More efficient and more functional than the meters currently used, this metering device is committed to an ecological approach and allows users to optimize their energy consumption.
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