Changing meter in empty property

HAbod

Hi all,

I'm helping out with a property which has been empty for 12 years and is being completely rewired and renovated, including the installation of Quantum storage heaters. Part of the work involved is replacing the current meter (which is blank) with a two rate meter.

Does anyone know who I should get in touch with to get the meter changed? My instinct was the supplier but apparently there's no longer a supplier as the property has been empty for so long. My second thought was the DNO, but I'd really appreciate input from anyone who has had experience of a similar situation.

Any questions, let me know!

Cheers

Scot_39

AFAIK Normally your regional distributor is responsible / handles connection upto main incoming fuse.

The split on a new build is something I am less familiar with- but is mentioned here

https://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/new-electricity-connections/connect-1-4-properties-domestic-small-business/new-electricity-connection-what-s-involved

There's regs / guidelines for location of the meter or meter box location on new connections your builder will have to comply with.

Your chosen supplier responsable for meter install.

You for consumer units and I guess wiring from cabinet.

macman

Apparently? There is still a supplier unless the supply has been disconnected. Have you actually checked?
And still a meter in place, so 12 years of standing charges are due...

wrf12345

"12 years of standing charges are due..." but the new owner would only be responsible for the time when he purchased the property but if the meter is blank there may be no electricity coming into the property.

HAbod

Hi all, thanks for your responses. The DNO came to the rescue, and we have identified the supplier. Requesting the meter be replaced by them.