If you own a house in France or if you are thinking of buying one, an understanding of the French domestic electrical rules and regulations is invaluable.

Whether you wish to reassure yourself that the electrical system has been installed correctly, extend an existing system, or if you are considering a total renovation project, this practical guide explains in English the methods and materials used in a typical French domestic electrical installation. Also included are details about domestic communications regulations covering TV, telephone and internet systems.

Throughout this indispensable guide, technical terms are included in the text in both English and French. In addition, the technical glossaries will help you to become familiar with these terms and will enable you to identify and purchase the materials required.

• Suppliers, tariffs and charges
• EDF metering and main switchgear
• Earthing
• The consumer unit
• Circuits
• Cabling Systems
• Installation conventions
• Sockets and lights
• Bathrooms
• The GTL
• The schematic diagram
• Television and the IT Network
• Inspections

• Appendix 1 - EDF Telephone Numbers for English Speaking Helplines
• Appendix 2 - Glossaires

• Table des matières - (87.7 Ko)
• Introduction - (239.5 Ko)
• Chapitre 8 : Installation conventions - Pages 39 à 41 - (259.7 Ko)