Gas and electricity in France
You may have bought your perfect Brittany property for sale, but as with any household ownership, it is important to remember the added costs of maintaining it.
People who have bought French property however, have little to fear, as utility charges in the country are generally cheaper than in the UK.
Most home utilities are state run, which often makes the process of payment easier and more efficient.
Getting to grips with the bills
For most French property, electricity is supplied by EDF, or Electricite de France, through a series of nuclear reactors and hydroelectric plants, …
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The supply of energy to households in France has now been liberalised, though the restrictions on it means few French residents are likely to swap suppliers. But if they do, the new rules could spell headaches for some homeowners More: continued here .....click title for details
If you are considering buying French property you may have more on your mind than water pressure, but anyone making a big investment must ensure they are up to speed on practical issues, including water and electricity. The French benefit from relatively high pressure when it comes to their water.....click title for details

