Understanding the Legality of Cutting Off
If a landlord cuts off or discontinues electricity services to a rental property without a valid reason and without following proper legal procedures, they
The company's responsibility also extends to the service drop, the line connecting the main utility pole to your house. A downed power line on private property remains the utility company's responsibility to repair. These lines can carry thousands of volts and remain energized even when on the ground, creating a lethal risk.
Beyond the federal safety net, each state is responsible for passing and upholding electricity shut off laws. During emergencies, such as the recent pandemic, many areas paused utility shut offs altogether, offering a lifeline to those hit hardest.
While the utility handles the main lines, the property owner is usually responsible for the service drop running from the pole to the house. Homeowners must ensure that trees on their property are kept clear of this specific line.
If your power cuts in and out, it might indicate loose connections, damaged circuit breakers, or an overloaded circuit. As an example, loose connections at the electricity meter will cause intermittent and /or total power outage. Keep track of when the power goes off, it may occur when using higher powered appliances for instance.
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