Who is responsible for storm related electrical problems such as a downed electrical service conductor?
The power company is responsible for the service drop from the pole to the house point of attachment. Commercial and Industrial customer all vary – please contact the power company. Question: What do I do if I need electrical work? Answer: All Electrical work and repairs must be performed by a licensed electrician. In the event of over voltage, or power surge, to home or building: 1. Call the Fire Department 911. 2. Take pictures if possible of damage. 3. Contact your electrician to help you troubleshoot your problems. 4. Contact your insurance company to file a claim. 5. Let your insurance Company deal with the power company. Question: After Power is restored, what problems can occur on heating systems and what do I do? Answer: Damage could include burned out controls, frozen pipes, basement flooding, loss of potable drinking water, loss of water to plumbing fixtures and bath facilities, frozen traps on drainage systems, frozen or split water piping within walls and fixtures. Contact
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