Reading a gas meter is a straightforward process that can help you monitor your gas usage effectively. Southwest Gas - Southern Arizona utilizes two main types of gas meters: dial meters and digital meters. If you have a dial meter, you will notice a series of dials that typically display numbers from zero to nine. To read the meter, start at the dial on the right and move to the left. Record the numbers indicated by each dial, noting that if a dial is between two numbers, you should write down the lower number. If the pointer is directly on a number, be cautious; check the dial to the right. If that dial has passed zero, record the lower number; if it has not, record the number you see. For a digital meter, simply look at the displayed numbers. These meters show usage in cubic feet. Understand that it is beneficial to keep track of your readings over time to better manage your gas consumption. For any specific variations in your meter type, it may be helpful to refer to the guidance available on the Southwest Gas - Southern Arizona official website.