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ESB Networks delivers electricity in a voltage range of 207 Volts to 253 Volts. This is in accordance with European Standard EN50160. 
If you have an Import/Export meter you can get paid for exported electricity. You will also need to contact your Electrical Supplier to make sure they offer an export tariff.

If you have a voltage problem you may notice such signs as:

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  • Lights dimming when other appliances are in use
  • TV picture not stable when other appliances are in use
  • Kettle is slow to boil
  • Electrical motors that fail to start first time 

 

Note: These problems can also be experienced if you exceed the capacity of your electricity connection. In this case, you will need to increase the level of your supply. 

The cost of your bill may fall because you may not be drawing as much power from the electricity network as previously.   However, there is no change to your standing charge which remains the same.
No. Those connecting Micro-Generators are not required to apply to the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) in order to receive an Authorisation to Construct/Licence to Generate as they are deemed to be automatically authorised and licensed by Order. Please note that such generators are subject to certain terms and conditions as set out in the relevant Orders (S.I. No. 383 of 2008 and S.I. No. 384 of 2008). Go to CRU website for a copy of the Orders.
Call us on 1850 372 757 or +353 21 2386555 or Email: esbnetworks@esb.ie
Go to Disconnecting Supply for this information. 

Yes - You can connect a micro-generator in parallel with ESB Networks LV System provided it is:

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Call 1850 372 757 or +353 21 2386555 or email us at esbnetworks@esb.ie. 
To find out how to get a meter moved, go to Move Meter Location.