Temporary disconnection

How much will it cost?

$625 - $655

Time	Cost
Business hours (between 7:30am and 4pm Mon-Fri, excluding public holidays)	$625.00
After hours	$655.00

How long will it take?

3 weeks

to disconnect and reconnect after the application is received.

Only electrical contractors can complete this form

Use this service for works that require the temporary isolation (disconnection and reconnection) of an existing standard metered supply. For permanent removal of supply, contact your retailer to request a supply abolishment.

What to include with your application

Preliminary Notice number

An electrical contractor intending to carry out any notifiable electrical installing work or cause any notifiable electrical installing work to be carried out must submit a preliminary notice to Western Power before the proposed electrical installing work is commenced. You’ll need to ensure the notice is for a new connection.
Retailer Reference Number

After applying for a new installation with your electricity reatiler, you’ll be provided with a retailer reference number for your application. You’ll need a Retailer Reference Number for each new meter to be connected.
Existing meter number(s) to be disconnected

Meter numbers can be found on the electricity bill or the physical meter.