Overhead Connection

Electricity from the grid is transported via overhead lines to commercial, residential or industrial properties. Overhead lines are strung between distribution utility poles to a property.

Connecting your home to the electricity supplier’s network via overhead power lines is still the most cost-effective method of supplying power to your property.

We specialise in connecting your property’s service mains from the distribution pole. Whether you need a new installation, replacement or removal of redundant overhead cables, we provide both single and three-phase services.

How do I know if I need to install new overhead cables?

Overhead cables can easily be damaged by inclement weather-related damage, wildlife and other factors such as fallen trees pulling down an existing cable or renovations that require the relocation of an existing cable. Or the existing service mains no longer meet the current standards.

Damaged overhead cables are a unsafe. Avoid touching or getting near them at all costs.

If you are experiencing any type of issue or damage with your overhead cables, it’s best to call a level 2 certified electrician. As accredited level 2 electricians, we have the expertise to safely connect and disconnect electricity from the network.

Overhead Installation, Repair & Replacement

Overhead power line installation, replacement and repair are jobs only Level 2 electricians are qualified to undertake. All overhead powerline repairs require disconnecting the property from the electricity supplier and reconnecting them again once work is completed. This is something a general electrician is not qualified to do.

Overhead power lines can become non-compliant in a number of ways and need to be repaired or replaced. When new structures are built or the land is elevated, your overhead cables may no longer meet the minimum safety clearance. Strong winds and heavy rainfall can cause them to collapse, and the Australian sun can degrade the insulation around the cabling.

Relocation of Your Home’s Point of Attachment

The point of attachment is the place in which your overhead cable is connected directly to your property. You may at some point require for point of attachment moved, temporary disconnected, replaced or upgraded in which case you will need to contact a level 2 electrician. It is necessary to relocate or upgrade the point of attachment over time due to wear and tear. If you notice any safety hazard or defect signs contact Elite Electrical to assist.

Advantages of an Overhead Connections

  • Overhead powerlines are a significantly more cost-effective method of supplying your home with electricity from the network.

  • Overhead powerlines have lower upfront installation costs.

  • Fault finding times are reduced and it is both quicker and cheaper to fix faults in the line due to easy access.

  • future costs of upgrading to three-phase power down the track are also dramatically reduced.

We specialise in connecting your property's service mains from the distribution pole.

Authorised Level 2 Service Provider

Authorised Level 2 Services we offer:

  • Underground

    Installation, disconnection, connection and reconnection of underground service lines up to the point of supply.

  • Overhead

    Installation, connection and relocation of overhead service lines to the point of common coupling, replacement of fuse(s) etc.

  • Switchboard Upgrades and Installations

    Upgrades, replacements, installations or emergency repairs, our experienced electricians have the skills and knowledge to deliver the results you deserve.

  • Defect Notice Rectification

    Elite Electrical have the expertise to safely restore all things electrical at hand, back to compliance, keeping you and your family safe.

  • Private Power Pole

    Private power pole installation, replacement and safety checks.

  • Services & Consumer Mains

    Installation, replacement of undersized consumer mains or upgrading a defective one Elite Electrical have experience and knowledge to assist.

  • Disconnect / Reconnect or Permanent Disconnection

    When it comes to the disconnection and reconnection of your power service, Elite Electrical have got you covered.

  • Temporary Power Supply for Construction Sites

    If you need a temporary power supply to carry out home renovation or building construction from the ground up Elite Electrical have got you covered.

  • Point of Attachments

    It is necessary to relocate or upgrade the point of attachment over time due to wear and tear. If you notice any safety hazard or defect signs contact Elite Electrical to assist.