Yes, but your electricity could still be shut off under certain conditions.
can central maine power shut it off in winter
Your power cannot be shut off during winter in new Hampshire, if nothing is wrong with the power systems.
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I do not know the legal answer. Physically its a matter of opening a switch.Added: Turning off power is a matter for your local electrical power supplier. Their operations are governed by local legislation and you would either have to contact that company, or your local authorities (probably the Health Dept.), for your answer.
If the electrical power is shut off to ANY electrical motor, it stops running.
Yes
You would shut off water in the last few weeks of autumn before the first frosts of winter to prevent a frozen pipe.
The national grid is not the one that sells you electricity. The only time the national grid will stop power flow is if it goes off line and this usually involves areas the size of cities. It is your local electrical utility that buys power from the grid and redistributes it to its electrical customers. Under certain circumstances the power can be shut off in the winter time and for that matter at any time of the year.
National Grid in Rhode Island does have the authority to shut off electricity for non-payment during the winter months. However, they are required to follow specific guidelines and provide reasonable notice before doing so, especially in cases where shutting off electricity would pose a safety risk. Customers facing financial hardship may also be eligible for assistance programs to help prevent shutoffs.
The outside water is typically shut off for the winter season before temperatures drop below freezing to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting. It is usually done in late fall or early winter.
No it will feel captive.