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Three Phase Domestic E.V. Chargers.

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There are three phase E.V. chargers available. Most houses only have a single phase supply though, BUT here in darkest Norfolk many houses have a three phase supply due to having no mains gas supply. This was originally to power off peak storage heaters.


Often I find a single phase supply in homes with two unused dusty main fuses for the two additional phases.


I was wondering if the cost of converting to a three phase tariff would benefit customers who wish to connect up a new E.V. charger to a three phase supply at home.


Thoughts please

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    The bit about the kit is covered by the installation charge. My bills say nothing about the number of phases and I have changed supplier twice. When you look at USwitch, or similar, it never gives any indication that the number of phases is relevant. I just give meter readings as required.


    When I first signed up to a supplier, Scottish Power did not seem to be aware of the number of phases 'cos the first meter fitter was not three-phase qualified. £30 for a wasted visit. I got more in refunds than I paid for leccy.


    Of course, one of the great advantages of three-phase is that AFAIK, nobody makes smart meters. ?
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    The bit about the kit is covered by the installation charge. My bills say nothing about the number of phases and I have changed supplier twice. When you look at USwitch, or similar, it never gives any indication that the number of phases is relevant. I just give meter readings as required.


    When I first signed up to a supplier, Scottish Power did not seem to be aware of the number of phases 'cos the first meter fitter was not three-phase qualified. £30 for a wasted visit. I got more in refunds than I paid for leccy.


    Of course, one of the great advantages of three-phase is that AFAIK, nobody makes smart meters. ?
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