In order to keep the energy network safe and reliable, we need to carry out maintenance. At times this will mean you temporarily have no gas and power. That way we can perform our work safely. Read more about the work we are carrying out and what you can expect.
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Energy deserves attention. As a network operator we are working to develop an energy network that meets the demands of today and tomorrow. In the near future we will therefore be carrying out maintenance work on the electricity network in your area. While this work is taking place there will be a temporary interruption to your power supply. You can read more about this in this letter and the enclosed information sheet.
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To allow us to work on the electricity cable(s) safely, we need to isolate the network. During this period you will not have any electricity. Unfortunately, we cannot say exactly when your power will be cut off and for how long. This will depend on what we discover during the maintenance work, which is why we have given you a broad time window. We understand that this will be inconvenient for you, especially as we are all now spending much more time at home or working from home. We will, of course, do everything we can to keep the interruption to your supply as short as possible. As we will be working outside your property, there is no need for you to stay at home.
What will we be doing?
- Our engineers will first take measurements to determine where we need to perform the work.
- We will then cut off the power supply so we can carry out the work safely.We will replace one or more cables or connections.
- Once we have finished the work, we will turn the power back on. How long the work will take will differ from one situation to another.
Stay informed about the interruption to your supply
Would you like to receive a text message on the day of the work to let you know when your power supply is interrupted and when it is restored? If so, register for our text-message service at www.liander.nl/sms
Coronavirus and our work
All our employees will carry out their work in accordance with the hygiene and safety rules set out by the RIVM (National Institute for Public Health and the Environment). We kindly ask you to follow these rules too. Please stay at least 1.5 metres from our engineers. Only speak to them if absolutely necessary. This will ensure they can carry out their work safely.
In conclusion
The enclosed information sheet contains a number of tips that you may find useful while you are temporarily without power. For more information please visit www.liander.nl/werkzaamheden.
Frequently asked questions
Unfortunately we cannot reschedule the work. We will do everything we can to carry out the work at a time that suits most of our customers.
Unfortunately, offering everyone emergency power during the daily (maintenance) work is not a realistic option. We will try and help you out as far as possible. For example with advice for you to prepare for the power cut. You can also hire a generating set.
Is it just your CH boiler that is not working? Check the water pressure and reset the boiler by pressing the reset button or just by removing the plug. If that does not work, you can contact your installer.
In order to keep the energy network safe and reliable, we need to carry out maintenance. At times this will mean you temporarily have no gas and power. That way we can perform our work safely. You are not entitled to a compensation payment for this type of planned maintenance. You can only get this in case of a spontaneous disruption that lasts longer than 4 hours.
Our mechanics must work in a clean and tidy fashion. Do you still have complaints about our mechanics or the work? We truly apologize for this. We would like to know of any complaints you have. You can report your complaint via the contact form (Dutch).