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Understanding the Electric Service Connection
Service Connection Damage
If the service connection to your house was damaged, would you know what to do? The first step is simply knowing who is responsible.
This is a general overview of your service connection. Your specific circumstance may differ from what is shown
below.
Residential installations. MidAmerican Energy owns
and is responsible for the installation and maintenance of
the service line (1) and electric meter (6).
The property owner is responsible for the attachment hardware (2), weatherhead (3), riser (4) and meter box (5).
If you are building a new home, a licensed electrician
should be hired to install and maintain these parts.
Mobile homes. Customers living in mobile homes should
contact MidAmerican to determine who is responsible for the service pole and
electric lines.
What should you do if the meter box is pulled away from your
house or apartment building?
The property owner is responsible for hiring a licensed electrician to reattach
the meter box and make sure power is restored, if necessary. In certain
situations, an electrical inspection may be required.
What should you do if the service connection comes loose from the structure because of storm damage or other cause?
The property owner is responsible for hiring a licensed electrician to make
the necessary repairs to the attachment hardware, weatherhead and/or riser. MidAmerican is responsible for the service line at its connection to the overhead distribution
line and will make repairs necessary to restore electric service.
If your service connection is damaged, schedule the electrician's
visit prior to MidAmerican's to ensure restoration of your electric service without unnecessary delays. |
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