Reading Power Cut Checker
Use this page to see if there is currently a power cut in Reading.
POWER CUT READING
CONTACT US FOR YOUR EMERGENCY POWER!
Reading is on the SSEN network. Check its live map for outages, or call 105 free. For businesses, our Reading generator service runs 24/7.
POWER EMERGENCY? CALL US 24/7/365 ON 0115 9444 422
READING POWER OUTAGE: WHERE TO LOOK
SSEN (Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks) delivers power to Reading. Enter your postcode on the SSEN PowerTrack map, then call 105 if your cut is not listed. Anything that looks like a broken line should be treated as live.
Before reporting it, see whether the problem is limited to your property. Look at the trip switch or fuse box, and reset a tripped switch only if it is safe to do so. Check with neighbours and see whether the street lights are out too, then use the map to see whether SSEN has recorded the interruption.
While you wait, keep fridge and freezer doors closed and use a torch rather than candles. Unplug sensitive equipment so it is less exposed when supply returns, and check whether a neighbour may need practical help. Keep a phone charged so you can check PowerTrack for updates.
THE THAMES VALLEY BUSINESS CORRIDOR
Thames Valley Park and Green Park house offices, data-heavy teams and tech operations, and the Royal Berkshire Hospital never stops. When supply drops, servers, tills and phone systems go with it, and teams handling stock, visitors or payments may have to pause until power is restored. Even a short cut can force a restart of networked systems once power returns. Our 24/7 emergency generator hire provides temporary power while the mains is down. We also supply standby generators and carry out generator servicing and maintenance, so organisations can have backup in place before an outage. Tell us which equipment must keep running and we can suggest a temporary or standby arrangement to match. Read how to keep your business running to plan cover before it happens.
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STORM EUNICE AND READING
On Friday 18 February 2022, lines came down just after 11.30am across Caversham, Norcot, Calcot, Whitley, Coley and parts of Earley, according to SSEN. SSEN later called Eunice the worst storm to hit its central southern area in over 30 years. Households that may need support in an outage may be eligible for the Priority Services Register.
READING POWER CUTS – CHECK NOW WITH OUR INTERACTIVE MAP
SSEN lists outages for Reading on its live map, with restoration estimates where available.
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Please note - we are unable to assist with home power cut issues - but we will try to provide you with the correct contact number for your energy provider who should be able to assist you further.
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READING AND THE TOWNS AROUND
Our cover includes Reading, Henley-on-Thames, Bracknell, Slough, Windsor and Basingstoke. Closer in, that takes in Caversham, Tilehurst, Earley and Woodley.
Is Caversham on the same network as Reading?
Yes. SSEN named Caversham alongside other Reading areas in the 2022 storm outage.
OUR READING EMERGENCY POWER CUT HIRE SERVICES
Our in-house hire specialists will listen to your specific needs to create a bespoke hire package. Within 2-4 hours, we can be with you restoring the power, wherever you are in Reading or the surrounding areas.
BESPOKE PACKAGES BUILT TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Everything is available on long or short-term rental contracts. Whether it is for planned routine works or reactive emergency situations, our service team can manage the logistics from the delivery, through to the commissioning of any temporary hire systems. This service includes the on-site assessment for installing a temporary generator in a safe and sustainable manner.
FIND OUT MOREEMERGENCY GENERATOR HIRE 365 DAYS A YEAR
If you are facing a sudden loss of power, you can trust that we will get things sorted quickly. We aim to get equipment to you within 4 hours of logging a call with our team. An on-site engineer will provide an assessment for installing a temporary generator, no matter where you are in the country.
FIND OUT MOREREMOTE MONITORING USING THE LATEST TELEMETRY SYSTEMS
Using the very latest telemetry systems, we can remotely monitor the operation of your hire generator sets while operating in an unmanned location. These controls and measures monitor:
- Fuel & coolant levels
- Oil levels & pressure
- Operating temperature
- Battery status
- Power output
The system also helps to ensure the smooth running of essential or back up power without having to send an engineer regularly to site.
FIND OUT MORESPECIALIST CONTROL CAPABILITIES
Our machines can be configured to offer additional resilience for critical suppliers. Applications include:
- Generator to generator load sharing
- On Load demand Schemes
- G99 compliant mains synchronisation & decoupling
- Peak lopping
- Dead bus synchronisation
- Configurable PLC software
Coupled with our remote Scada monitoring system, we are able to provide our clients with real time status, alarms and control, giving them peace of mind.
FIND OUT MOREOVER 1100 RENTAL SPEC GENERATORS AVAILABLE FROM 20 – 2200KVA, DELIVERED WITHIN 2-4 HOURS IN AN EMERGENCY
No matter what you’re trying to power, we can find a generator which suits your requirements. You may be looking to power equipment, a building or a temporary event – whatever it is we can find the appropriate solution. With Hire Sales team members located across the UK, we’re never far away if you’re looking for help. Below is a selection of our hire generator range, which boasts over 30 different generators, rated from 20 – 2200kVA.
NetZPack 60/75
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NetZPack 45/75
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NetZPack 30/45
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NetZPack 30/75
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R220C5 220kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R165C5 165kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R550C5 550kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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R50C5 50kVA Stage V Kohler-SDMO Generator
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YOUR SPECIALIST HIRE TEAM
We have a dedicated team of experts to look after hire, as well as engineers, project managers, consultants and logistics coordinators who are all directly employed by us. They put their expertise to work for you, providing high specification equipment that is bespoke to your needs and budget.