Meter Base & Service Entrance Upgrade

When the service entrance needs attention

Signs that a meter base or service mast is failing include rust, cracks, loose or leaning masts, water getting into the enclosure, burn marks, and a utility notice. Service upgrades are also common when you add a heat pump, an EV charger or an ADU, because bigger loads may need a bigger service. An electrician checks the conductors, the weatherhead, the meter socket and the grounding to see what must change, and explains the options before the bid.

Coordinating with the utility and the city

The work cannot start without scheduling the utility to disconnect power and to reconnect it after the inspection. Many utilities have their own standards for meter heights, clearances and equipment, and the city requires a permit and an inspection. Your electrician handles applications, coordinates dates and meets inspectors on site. Expect a day or more without power, and plan for refrigerated items and any medical equipment that depends on electricity. Ask the electrician to tell you the new service size in amps, because it decides what you can safely add in the future.

Grounding, bonding and getting it right

A new service entrance is also a chance to upgrade the grounding electrodes and bonding, which protect people and equipment during faults and storms. The work often includes new conductors from the meter to the panel, a properly sealed mast through the roof and support brackets that hold up in wind. Ask the electrician to photograph each stage, including the grounding connections before they are covered, and keep the inspection sign-off with your home records.

Ceiling Fan Installation

New fan, cooler rooms — standard or vaulted ceilings, fully wired with the remote set up.

Switches, Outlets & GFCI

Replace dated switches and outlets, install GFCI and AFCI protection where the code needs it, or…

Light Fixture Replacement

Swap any flush mount, pendant, or chandelier for a clean, secure new fixture.

Recessed Lighting

Bright, even LED can lights added in existing or brand-new spots.

Under-Cabinet & Cabinet Lighting

LED strip or puck lighting under cabinets and inside displays for warm, useful light.

Smart Switches & Dimmers

Lutron, Leviton, Kasa, and GE Enbrighten smart switches and dimmers installed and app-ready.

Bathroom Exhaust Fan

Swap a noisy or weak fan for one vented properly to the exterior — no shortcuts.

Smoke & CO Detector Installation

Code-compliant smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed or replaced.

Breaker Reset & Outlet Troubleshooting

Tripped breakers, dead outlets, and GFCI faults diagnosed and fixed — no rewiring.