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Originally Posted by ElDiabloJoe
Ummm, I don't know much, but isn't that exactly what a main breaker is?
If you are asking how to de-energize the entire house, in my experience that is done by either pulling the meter or sleeving off the meter's load side blades. I would have the local utility provider handle that, it is not a DIY job unless you have the experience and a barrel key if it has a locking snap ring. Especially if you're talking about a 3-phase meter since those have 7 blades instead of just the 4 most residential single-phase meters possess.
You're gonna need the utility provider to come out to replace the security seal (lead or plastic depending on utility provider) when you're done otherwise they will suspect you jumped the meter to steal electricity.
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As you said, PLEASE do not mess with the utility service coming into your home (I have utility background). Minimum PPE for a utility worker is face shield, rubber gloves and arc flash clothing because removing the meter can arc. I know Duke has the ability to shut off/turn on your power remotely and do not need to come out (they did this for our new home). No difference in shutting off each circuit vs. a main switch so not sure why you’re asking?