temporary electric
Temporary Electric
At this point of construction you should contact the electrical subcontractor that you have selected and have them install the temporary electrical pole to provide power for your subcontractors. Typically this is a 4″x4″ post with a location for the electrical company to install a meter and then a set of recepticals for power use. You should start this process at least two weeks before the intended start of construction to allow the meter company time to install the temporary electric meter before your subcontractors start work. Tyically this step will be the first of many inspections which will take place throughout construction. Contact your local city inspection department and set up the temporary electric inspection. Inspections are typically scheduled the day prior to the inspection. You should also release the water meter at this time to allow time for the water meter to arrive prior to the installation of the plumbing rough. The plumbing rough will approach before you know it and you will need water to fill the plumbing to test for leaks and proceed with a city inspection. More on this can be found in the plumbing rough section
