How To Run Electricity From Pole To Mobile Home?

Contact your local utility company to request a service connection

Obtain required permits from your local building department

Hire a licensed electrician for the service installation

Verify the mobile home service requirements and local code requirements

Determine the correct service size and panel rating

Install a weatherhead or approved service mast if required

Mount the meter base at the required height and location

Install the main disconnect and electrical panel

Run properly sized service conductors from the pole or utility point to the meter base

Install conduit, cable, or overhead service equipment as required by code

Set the grounding electrode system

Bond the electrical system correctly

Connect the feeder from the meter/disconnect to the mobile home disconnect

Use approved mobile home feeder cable or conductors

Maintain required clearances for overhead lines

Inspect all work through the local authority having jurisdiction

Have the utility company make the final connection and energize the service

Test the system after approval and energization

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