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Questions and Answers / Re: Questions Regarding Electrical Service, Among other things

« on: July 28, 2009, 06:43:47 PM »

I called HYDRO ONE and they said that 'IF THE METER HAS BEEN REMOVED THEN IN ORDER TO GET THE SERVICE RECONNECTED YOU WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT FULLY INSPECTED BY THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY AUTHORITY. According to the Electrical Safety Authority all the wiring and connections would have to be visible, meaning fully gutting the place and making sure everything is visible. Not such a bargain anymore. Glad I noticed the missing meter. Thanks for your help KENB.

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Questions and Answers / Questions Regarding Electrical Service, Among other things

« on: July 28, 2009, 02:37:07 AM »

I am looking at biding on an inexpensive property in a small town. I've looked at the house from the outside and peeked in a few windows. I noticed today that the electrical service has been cut (literally). There is no meter and there are a few of the old style Braided wires sticking out where I asume the meter used to be. Could someone tell me what this might mean. Also is there a chance that the Electric company may not reinstall this service duet to old wireing? Thanks a bunch. Also any other info you might be able to provide a newbie would be greatly appreciated. Is there any "Checklist" i can go through to help me decide on this property? THANKS SO MUCH. KINDA STRESSED ABOUT my first tax sale purchase.
D.W