What is “AMI”?

AMI stands for Advanced Metering Infrastructure. These new AMI meters consist of a water meter with a low-powered communication device/radio that is continuously recording usage and the radio sends a meter reading to the city through a secure network every 6 to 12 hours.

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1. How do I sign up for the City of Friendswood Watersmart Portal?
2. Why is my water meter being replaced?
3. How much will this new meter cost me?
4. What is “AMI”?
5. How will this AMI meter benefit me?
6. How long will it take to complete the installation of a new AMI water meter?
7. How do I know who is authorized to do the work?
8. When will this work be performed?
9. Will I be notified before work begins?
10. Will I be notified if the installation was not completed in my neighborhood?
11. Will I be notified if the installation of my meter was not completed?
12. Will I be notified after work is completed?
13. How long will I be without water?
14. Does Ameresco, EnvoCore (RTS) or City of Friendswood employees need to come inside my house?
15. Is there any special care or maintenance that I need to do to my new AMI meter?