Intake, sub-mains and metering

A meter and isolator for every unit and a landlord supply for the shared areas.

We have used Frontline on numerous projects from rewiring our house to new installation in a seven unit conversion.

What we do

We plan and install the electrical intake and distribution for apartment blocks and housing developments, including main switchgear, meter positions, isolators and a separate supply for the communal areas.

We work with your design and site teams early to agree the intake room layout, making sure all equipment fits and remains accessible for installation, meter readings and future maintenance. Cable routes, access and space around the equipment are considered from the start, with requirements coordinated with the network operator and metering providers.

From the intake, we install the sub-main cabling to each unit, along with the containment that supports and protects it, including cable tray, trunking and riser routes. We agree these routes with your site team and other trades before installation.

Each unit has individual isolation so its supply can be switched off without affecting neighbouring homes. Supplies are clearly labelled, with meter positions prepared for the metering provider.

The separately metered landlord supply serves communal lighting, door entry, fire alarms, lifts and plant, as required by the design, with the sub-main cabling and containment installed to suit.

More new build services

Electrical design and installationDesign through to installation.
Intake, sub-mains and meteringSupplies, meters and isolators for every unit.This page
Small powerPower requirements provided throughout.
Internal and external lightingCommunal, feature and external lighting, including emergency.
Fire alarms and AOV systemsDetection and alarm systems.
Smart home controlsLighting and heating controls set up for each home.
Data and home networkWiFi and wired networks.
CCTV and access controlDoor entry and cameras for communal areas.
EV charging and solar PVEV chargers and solar PV, specified with the build.
Testing and certificationAll units tested and certified at handover.

Questions about intake, sub-mains and metering

Do you handle the landlord supply and metering?

Yes. We install the landlord intake, meters and isolators for every unit as part of the package.

Who applies for the new supply?

The developer, or someone acting for them, applies to UK Power Networks for the new connection, usually early in the project because of the lead time. We coordinate our intake and metering work with the connection, so everything is ready when the supply is switched on.

Recent jobs

EsherNew build
St George's Heights
Complete electrical installations across eight high-end apartments, delivered with zero defects at handover, leading to further projects with the client.
Read the case study