New connections for housing developers and builders

We handle everything from site registration to meter installation and a smooth handover to the new homeowners. Discover more below or sign in to the builders portal to get started.

Have fewer than five properties? Please visit our homeowners and landlords page.

Workers in safety gear reviewing plans on a tablet at an industrial site.

New connections for housing developers and builders

We handle everything from site registration to meter installation and a smooth handover to the new homeowners. Discover more below or sign in to the builders portal to get started.

Have fewer than five properties? Please visit our homeowners and landlords page.

Workers in safety gear reviewing plans on a tablet at an industrial site.

Why choose ScottishPower for your new connections?

With over 30 years’ experience, we’re a safe pair of hands to help developers and builders install new gas and electricity meters. As well as a dedicated team to guide you through the process, we offer:

  • 100% green domestic small business (SME) tariffs

  • Simple agreement – add multiple sites easily

  • Smooth handover from builder to homeowner

  • New homeowner gift box and welcome letter

High-rise buildings under construction with cranes at a city development site.

Why choose ScottishPower for your new connections?

With over 30 years’ experience, we’re a safe pair of hands to help developers and builders install new gas and electricity meters. As well as a dedicated team to guide you through the process, we offer:

  • 100% green domestic small business (SME) tariffs

  • Simple agreement – add multiple sites easily

  • Smooth handover from builder to homeowner

  • New homeowner gift box and welcome letter

High-rise buildings under construction with cranes at a city development site.

What you can expect

Simple online hub

Set up new sites, upload MPANs and schedule meter installs easily in our builders portal.

UK-based experts

We can help keep your house projects running smoothly and on schedule.

Fast and reliable

We respond to 99% of meter fit requests within 24 hours.1

What you can expect

Simple online hub

Set up new sites, upload MPANs and schedule meter installs easily in our builders portal.

UK-based experts

We can help keep your house projects running smoothly and on schedule.

Fast and reliable

We respond to 99% of meter fit requests within 24 hours.1

How to register

  • 1

    Contact your DNO

    First, contact your Distribution Network Operator (DNO/IDNO) at least 60 days before installation to confirm capacity.

    Once agreed, they’ll issue your MPAN - a unique electricity supply reference we need to quote and progress your connection.

    See full list of DNOs
  • 2

    Agreement

    Next, tell us how many properties you’re building (minimum five). We’ll send a quote and agreement for you to sign, and aim to respond within 24 hours.

    Provide your property details
  • 3

    MPAN registration

    Share your MPAN and your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) with us. Registration usually takes 5-10 working days.

    Provide your MPAN and MPRN numbers
  • 4

    Meter installation

    Once everything is registered and live, we’ll typically arrange installation within 10 working days.

  • 5

    Site handover

    After installation, confirm who has moved in via the builders portal or by emailing us at newbuildcorbilling@dataserve-uk.com

    Sign in to builders portal

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

1

Timescales are subject to engineer availability, and some meter installations may take longer.

2

2025 Silver Stevie Award winner for Best Use of Technology in Customer Service & Contact Centre of the Year. Accurate as of June 2025.