Redundant meter needs to be capped and removed. Who's responsible?

Hi there,

Thanks for hour advice but I am afraid it has not worked.

My parents have succeeded in closing the account attached to the now unused meter however they have received a letter to 'the occupier' welcoming them to Ovo and setting out the charges as if someone else has moved into the property. 

Several phone calls have produced total frustration as they all go to the same call centre in South Africa, even if you ask for the support team. Not one person has acknowledged that the meter can be removed. We now have an email saying they will not be charged for any standing rates but I do not think this is going to work having had the letter.

If we cannot contact any other department from the  one call centre how can it be possible  to progress the request. 

We have been told that it isn't necessary, it is not the responsibility of Ovo and yet you have shown me on the website that there is a charge for this service.

Please advise how to proceed in this situation.

Thank you

Sarah

Hey @SarahWgs,

It seems there may have been some crossed wires somewhere.

Your parents shouldn’t have closed the redundant OVO account, they’ll need to contact Support the number is 0330 303 5063 and ask for the meter to be removed. Assuming they’ve already called their Distribution Network Operator to stop the supply. 

Unfortunately it doesn't matter what number the call they always get through to the same call centre. Every operator has refused to find out how to the meter removed. Please can you be more accurate about what to ask for.

The account was closed by one of the operators we spoke to as she decided that was the right course of action.

You mentioned  the DNO - how do we find out who this is? Could it be Western power networks? Is this to ensure the physical supply is terminated?

Sarah

Hi @SarahWgs 

You can check your DNO here

https://www.energynetworks.org/customers/find-my-network-operator

Hey @SarahWgs,

Sorry for the issues you’re having, it sounds like your parents may not have arranged a disconnection with the Distribution Network Operator (DNO) yet. 

I think this may be causing some confusion when they call up. 

The first step, and it sounds like this has been done already, your parents will need to ensure that all appliances are running through one meter - they will need an electrician to do this prior to the appointment with OVO.

They’ll then need to contact the DNO to arrange a disconnection. Where the wiring is disconnected and cut out is removed.

Your parents can then call OVO to book a 17/27 working day appointment for a meter removal.

We have a great guide here that you might find helpful:

• Non-essential meter maintenance, relocation or removal - Engineering work we can arrange and job costs Tutorial

Hope this helps.