Meter socket replacement
Replace customer-owned sockets that are damaged, loose, corroded, overheated, obsolete, or rejected during a utility or electrical inspection.
Service Entrance Electrical Work
Electric Meter Socket & Service Upgrades
Address damaged meter sockets, aging service equipment, and capacity upgrades with the permits, utility coordination, and sequencing this specialized work requires.
LicensedElectrical professionals
InsuredProtection for every project
W-2 TeamAccountable in-house employees
24/7Emergency availability
Service Overview
Work on the customer-owned side of the electric service
The utility owns and reads the electric meter, but the homeowner is commonly responsible for the meter socket, service entrance conductors, mast or raceway, grounding and bonding components, and main service equipment. When those parts are damaged, corroded, obsolete, or too small for a planned upgrade, a licensed electrician must evaluate and correct the customer-owned equipment.
Meter and service work requires more coordination than a typical branch-circuit repair. Power may need to be disconnected and restored by the utility, permits and inspections may be required, and the installation must meet current utility and municipal requirements. We plan the sequence, define the electrical scope, and communicate what the homeowner should expect. We do not perform meter reading, billing, calibration, or utility-owned meter repair.
What We Do
Meter socket and service work we handle
The final scope depends on the electrical condition, access, equipment, permit requirements, and the approved project plan.
Service capacity upgrades
Coordinate meter and service equipment changes when a home needs additional capacity for renovations, electric appliances, HVAC, or EV charging.
Service mast and entrance repairs
Repair or replace damaged customer-owned masts, raceways, attachment components, weatherheads, or entrance conductors as the site condition requires.
Grounding and bonding corrections
Update grounding electrode conductors, bonding connections, and related service components when they are missing, damaged, or part of an upgrade.
Emergency service damage
Storms, falling branches, impact, and overheated equipment can damage the service. We assess the customer-owned portion and coordinate next steps for restoration.
Permit and utility coordination
We identify required approvals, arrange the electrical work around disconnect and reconnect timing, and prepare the installation for inspection.
Homeowner Guidance
Signs the service entrance needs attention
Do not open or touch meter equipment. Contact the utility or an electrician when you observe visible damage or service problems.
Rust, water, or broken covers
Corrosion, missing seals, damaged enclosures, or water paths can compromise electrical connections and equipment integrity.
Loose or leaning equipment
A socket, mast, raceway, or service attachment that has pulled away from the building needs prompt professional evaluation.
Heat or discoloration
Scorching, melted components, buzzing, or hot odors near service equipment can indicate a failing high-current connection.
Planned load additions
Large electric appliances, HVAC changes, additions, and EV charging may require a load calculation and service capacity review.
Utility or inspection notice
A written correction from the utility, municipality, insurer, or home inspector should be reviewed before scheduling work.
Our Process
A clear path from request to completed work
The details vary by project, but the communication should remain straightforward.
- 01
Evaluate the service
We review the meter socket, service route, main equipment, grounding, visible damage, capacity needs, and any utility or inspection notice.
- 02
Coordinate approvals
The project is planned around permit, inspection, utility disconnect and reconnect requirements, materials, and weather-sensitive exterior work.
- 03
Complete and restore service
We perform the approved customer-owned work, prepare for inspection, and coordinate restoration of utility power when required.
Common Questions
Electrical Service FAQs
These answers provide general guidance. The correct electrical scope depends on the conditions in your home.
Does Lighthouse repair the utility meter itself?
No. The utility owns the meter and handles meter reading, billing, calibration, and replacement of its device. We work on customer-owned equipment such as the socket, service entrance, grounding, and main electrical equipment.
Why does meter socket work require the utility?
The meter and incoming conductors are energized from the utility side. Safe replacement normally requires the utility to disconnect power, remove or manage its meter, and restore service after required inspection or approval.
Can a damaged service be repaired the same day?
Urgent work is prioritized, but timing depends on damage, material availability, permits, inspection, utility scheduling, and whether the building can be made ready for reconnection. We explain the sequence after assessment.
Do I need a service upgrade for an EV charger?
Not automatically. A load calculation and panel review determine whether existing capacity can support charging, whether managed charging is practical, or whether panel and service equipment must be upgraded.
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