Underground Maintenance
To provide the reliable service and quality our members expect from Hendricks Power, our teams know routine maintenance is necessary. During this maintenance, we will evaluate connections, voltages, and any potential hazards.
Crews Need Clearances
Our crews must be able to access your electrical equipment, so it needs to be clear of any objects or landscaping. Our crews require at least 8 feet of clearance at the opening side of pad-mounted transformers and approximately four feet of open space at the rear and on the sides of the metal housing.
Crews need this space to use an eight-foot-long “hot stick” to disconnect the power source on energized pad-mounted transformers. Other clearances are necessary to perform other repairs.
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Crews May Remove Obstructions
Fences, shrubs, and trees located too close to the pad-mounted transformers can slow restoration or create a serious safety hazard. If these items are in the way, crews may have to remove them to gain access. Avoid that situation by taking time to plan before planting shrubs or installing a fence near a pad mount.
Although it may be tempting to try to disguise these big green boxes, we ask members to remove fences, ornamental grasses, shrubs/trees, artificial boulders, etc. that fall within the clearance range. If our crews cannot access the equipment, we may be forced to remove any remaining obstructions to ensure reliable service. Please note, our crews will not be responsible for clearing any remaining debris. Please see the example below.
Questions?
If you have any questions about underground maintenance, please contact us at (317) 718-7630 or ikemp@hendrickspower.com.