What should I know before changing contracted capacity?
If you need to modify the electricity capacity that you have contracted, you should be aware that:
- According to RD 19955/2000, the consumer can request only one lowering of capacity per year.
- The installation must comply with current regulations. This consists of having a ICP (Power Control Switch), and of complying with the regulatory technical and safety standards.
- If the installation is more than 20 years old, the Distributing Company can request that it be checked and that the pertinent certifications be provided.
Modify your electrical power has a cost:
- Around 11 euros for decreasing the power the process, no matter how much you decrease it.
- Around 45 euros per kW of increased power.
- Depending on your distribution company, they may also charge you for other processes or deposits.
In the following content, we tell you everything you need to know: