Milnerton, Cape Town
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    Frequently Asked Questions
    You will find answers to all of your most common Electrical Services related questions located here.
    Does conduit need to go inside the transformer box?
    No. Conduit should be stopped just short of the box.
    How close to the pole do I bring my conduit to?
    The top of the elbow must be 6" from the pole..
    Is additional conduit required beyond what is installed in the ditch?
    If the service is being supplied from a utility pole, the member is required to supply 1-10 section of SCH 80 PVC and 2-10 sections of SCH 40 PVC to be left near the base of the pole for installation by the power company up the pole.
    Does someone need to inspect the ditch before covering the conduit?
    Yes, contact the power company and a representative will come and inspect the ditch and conduit. The representative will place a white sticker on the meter panel with a pass or fail notice.
    Is there a difference in meter bases?
    Yes, There are three types. Overhead only, Underground only, and Overhead/Underground combination bases. However, combination boxes are not recommended for Underground installations because of their limited wire space.
    Can septic lines be installed under power lines?
    Yes
    Can permanent service be installed if the house has had a ruff in inspection?
    No, We will not set a meter without a final inspection or in some instances a non occupancy permit shall be allowed from the local electrical inspector.
    What about outdoor lighting?
    We offer a variety of lighting products including decorative colonial, cobra head, directional floodlights, and security lights. We can customize plans to fit any lighting need.
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