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Pre-Construction Checklist
This checklist reviews the steps required to complete a standard new electric service with Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative. Please keep in mind that every service request is unique in some way and your individual project may vary slightly from this checklist. In most cases, a service will be energized within three weeks of being placed on the schedule during our construction season. Extreme weather, unforeseen emergencies and problems coordinating with contractors and government agencies may cause a delay in the process.
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Customer makes initial contact with ACEC, either in person, by phone, mail or email. |
The ACEC representative will ask for the name, address and phone number of the person who will be responsible for the bill once the service is energized, generally the property owner. Also needed will be details regarding where the property is located such as a legal description or service address of the property. If building a home, you must supply a plot plan designating where your facilities will be placed on this property. |
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Customer places a stake or flag on the property designating where the meter socket will be placed. |
ACEC will conduct a field check on your property to determine the cost to provide the service requested. This information will be sent to you along with necessary forms to be completed and requested fees, if applicable. |
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Customer completes all necessary forms and mails them back to ACEC, including any applicable fees. |
ACEC contacts township, county and state highway departments (as needed) to coordinate road crossings. This step may include additional fees for the customer and may delay the process. |
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Customer works with a qualified electrician to install a meter socket and service disconnect. After the meter socket is installed, send ACEC a wire compliance card or, depending on the requirements in your area, call the Building Inspector to let them know you have installed your meter socket and would like an inspection. |
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At least three working days prior to construction, Diggers Hotline is contacted to locate underground utilities. The homeowner is responsible for locating septic, water, private wiring, etc. |
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An underground cable contract crew arrives to plow in the underground cable. |
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An ACEC terminating crew completes the work order and the new service is connected and energized. In most cases, a service will be energized within three weeks after all customer checklist items are completed. |
Effective communications is the key to trouble-free service installation. If you have questions or a change of plans, please contact Adams-Columbia immediately to avoid unnecessary complications or delays in your service request. Building a new home can be a complicated process; we are here to assist our members in completing that process.
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