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I check it every few months then use the company's automated phone system to give them the reading.

I would endorse that. It seems that the supply companies only read a meter once a year and base everything else on estimates. I come across people who have a debt or credit with their supply company. Having them owe you a hundred quid or so is quite good - but it's your money! If they are not billing you enough and you owe them they insist the "balance" is paid when you try to switch suppliers. This can stop people switching and saving more money.

I must admit i check mine every couple of weeks - maybe I'm just a canny Scot !!

Yes I check mine same day every month,this way you know what your out goings are every month over the years.