We clamp the main conductors to read actual load before and after the replacement. That tells us whether the service is balanced and whether 200 amps is enough.
Service Mast and Meter Main Replacement Woodstock GA
When your service mast is pulling away from the roof or your meter box is corroded, you need service mast and meter main replacement Woodstock GA homeowners trust. We pull the permit, replace the mast, socket, and meter main, and get your power back on.
Serving Woodstock and nearby areas.
How big is the job?
Mast and socket
Replace the mast and meter socket; keep the existing panel and main breaker.
- 1. Mast only Reuse the existing meter socket and panel; replace the mast, hub, and weatherhead.
- 2. Mast and socket Replace the mast and meter socket; keep the existing panel and main breaker.
- 3. Full service rebuild New mast, meter main, grounding, and panel work planned in writing first.
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- 13Areas served around Woodstock
- Inspect firstWe read the service before quoting
- Torque to specEvery lug checked with a torque screwdriver
What Our Mast and Meter Main Replacement Includes
Every mast and meter job includes the parts and labor to bring your service up to code.
Work order
Service Mast and Meter Main Replacement- New Mast and Weatherhead: We install a new rigid mast, hub, and weatherhead sized for your service drop. The mast is strapped and flashed so it does not leak or pull loose in the next storm. Height and diameter match the utility's overhead requirements.
- New Meter Socket or Meter Main: We supply and install a UL-listed meter socket or combination meter main from Square D, Eaton, Siemens, or Milbank. The socket is gasketed, grounded, and rated for your service amperage. We torque every lug to the manufacturer's spec.
- Grounding and Bonding: A new grounding electrode conductor, ground rod, and bonding jumpers are part of the job. We bond the meter main, panel, and water lines so fault current has a safe path. This is the step that most failed inspections catch.
- Cherokee County Permit: We pull the electrical permit and meet the inspector on site. The permit covers the mast, meter main, and any related panel work on the same scope. You get the inspection card and a signed-off job.
- Utility Disconnect and Reconnect: We coordinate the disconnect with the utility, tag out the service, and schedule the reconnect after inspection. You do not call the power company. We handle the meter pull and reset so the timeline stays tight.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We inspect the mast, meter socket, and panel, then explain what has to be replaced and why.
Mast and meter work at homes
We rebuild residential services across Woodstock and Cherokee County.
Storm-damaged mast
Make safe, then rebuild with new strapping
Rusted meter socket
Replace the socket and cut back damaged wire
100-amp service
Upgrade to 200 amps for modern loads
Missing grounding
Install ground rod and bonding jumpers
Mast and meter work at businesses
We handle small commercial and multi-unit services where the meter bank needs attention.
Small retail
Meter main and mast replacement
Multi-unit housing
Individual meter socket rebuilds
Light industrial
Service mast and grounding upgrades
What Service Mast and Meter Main Replacement Woodstock GA Involves
A mast and meter main replacement is not a patch job. It is the connection between the utility grid and everything you plug in. Doing it once, to code, with proper grounding, keeps your power on and your family safe.
Service mast and meter main replacement Woodstock GA is the trade term for swapping out the weatherhead, mast pipe, meter socket, and main breaker assembly that bring utility power into your home. The mast is the vertical conduit above your roofline; the meter main is the enclosure holding the meter and main disconnect. When either rusts, cracks, or pulls loose, the whole assembly has to come down and be rebuilt to current NEC standards. We replace the mast, hub, weatherhead, meter socket, and main breaker as one code-correct unit.
Most Woodstock calls start with a storm, a sagging mast, or a failed inspection. Summer thunderstorms and winter ice pull masts loose, and older homes around Downtown Woodstock still have 100-amp meter sockets that cannot carry modern loads. If you are searching for electrical meter replacement near me Woodstock, the fix is usually a full mast-and-meter rebuild, not a patch. We see corroded sockets, burning smells at the meter, and loose connections that utilities flag during reconnect.
- What it is
- Replacing the mast, meter socket, and main breaker assembly.
- When it helps
- Storm damage, rust, burning smells, or a utility red tag.
- What you get
- A code-correct service, new grounding, and a labeled panel.
Our Service Mast and Meter Main Replacement Process
We handle the whole job: permit, disconnect, rebuild, inspection, and reconnect. You do not chase the utility or the inspector.
Tools and Methods We Use on Every Job
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
We verify the service is de-energized before we pull the meter or cut the mast. It is the first safety check on every job and the last one before reconnect.
Meter main lugs have a manufacturer torque spec. We use a torque screwdriver so the connections do not loosen or over-compress, which is a common cause of burning smells.
We pull new conductors through the mast and cut the old service drop cleanly. Fish tape lets us route wire without opening walls or damaging the roof.
After reconnect we read voltage line to line and line to neutral at the main. That confirms the utility feed is correct and the new meter main is wired properly.
When You Need a Mast or Meter Main Replacement
A summer thunderstorm drops a limb on the service drop in Towne Lake, bending the mast and cracking the meter socket.
We make the service safe the same day, tarp the roof penetration, and schedule the rebuild.
HomesA 1970s home near Downtown Woodstock still has the original 100-amp meter socket and a fuse box in the hallway.
We replace the meter main with a 200-amp unit, convert the fuse box to breakers, and add AFCI and GFCI protection where…
HomesA homeowner in Woodstock Knoll buys an EV and the electrician says the meter main cannot support a 48-amp charger.
We run a load calculation, replace the meter main with a 200-amp service, and install the EV circuit on a dedicated breaker.
HomesA real estate closing in Eagle Watch stalls because the inspector flags a rusted meter socket and missing grounding.
We replace the meter socket and mast, install a new grounding rod and bonding jumpers, and meet the inspector on site.
Homes
How Mast and Meter Replacement Runs in Woodstock
Woodstock sits in Cherokee County, where summer thunderstorms and winter ice routinely pull masts loose and crack meter sockets. The housing stock ranges from 1970s ranches near Downtown Woodstock to new builds in Woodstock Knoll, and both have service issues.
Towne Lake
Heavy tree canopy means storm-damaged service drops and bent masts after every big thunderstorm. We keep mast stock on the truck for same-day make-safe calls.
Downtown Woodstock
Century homes near the square often have original meter sockets and undersized services. We rebuild them to 200 amps while keeping the historic exterior intact.
Woodstock Knoll
Newer homes adding EV chargers often need a meter main upgrade to support a 48-amp circuit. We run the load calculation before we size the service.
- Towne Lake
- Downtown Woodstock
- Woodstock Knoll
- Eagle Watch
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoStorm-Damaged Mast in Towne Lake
Before: A falling limb bent the mast and cracked the meter socket. The utility red-tagged the service and left the home without power. The panel inside was still the original 100-amp unit with no spare capacity.
After: We replaced the mast, weatherhead, and meter main, upgraded to 200 amps, and installed a new grounding rod. The inspector passed it first visit, and the utility reconnected the same afternoon.
Rusted Socket in Downtown Woodstock
Before: A 1960s ranch had the original meter socket with visible rust and heat discoloration at the lugs. Lights flickered when the dryer ran, and the panel had a burning smell near the main.
After: We replaced the meter socket and mast, cut back the damaged conductors, and torqued the new lugs to spec. A clamp meter showed balanced load, and the burning smell was gone.
EV Charger Upgrade in Woodstock Knoll
Before: A homeowner bought an EV but the 100-amp meter main could not support a 48-amp charger. The electrician who quoted the charger said the service had to be upgraded first.
After: We ran a load calculation, replaced the meter main with a 200-amp unit, and installed the EV circuit on a dedicated breaker. The charger runs at full amperage with no voltage drop.
Mast and Meter Problems We Fix in Woodstock
Most mast and meter failures announce themselves before they cause a fire.
Mast pulling away from the roof
The service drop can tear loose, drop a live conductor on your roof, or pull the meter socket off the wall.
Rusted or melted meter socket
Corrosion and heat build resistance at the lugs, which causes flickering lights, burning smells, and eventually a dead short.
100-amp service with no capacity
Modern heat pumps, EV chargers, and induction ranges overload a 100-amp meter main.
Missing grounding and bonding
Without a proper grounding electrode conductor, fault current has nowhere to go.
Why Woodstock Homeowners Replace the Mast and Meter Main
A failed mast or meter socket is not a cosmetic problem.
Pass Inspection First Time
Cherokee County electrical permit inspections fail on undersized masts, missing grounding, and improper bonding every week.
Restore Full Amperage
Old 100-amp meter mains cannot feed modern heat pumps, EV chargers, and induction ranges.
Stop Water and Pest Damage
A cracked meter socket lets in rain, and an open mast hub is an invitation for wasps and squirrels.
Eliminate Fire Risk
Burning smells at the meter, scorched lugs, and melted insulation are signs of loose connections and overload.
What Mast and Meter Replacement Costs in Woodstock
The low end covers a straightforward mast swap with a reused socket. The high end covers a 200-amp meter main, new grounding, permit, and panel work.
Included
Quoted after a first look
- New Mast and Weatherhead
- New Meter Socket or Meter Main
- Grounding and Bonding
- Cherokee County Permit
What changes the scope
Quoted after a first look
- Mast height and roof type
- Meter main amperage
- Panel condition
- Permit and inspection
What you receive
Clear records you can keep and share.
Written scope
Parts, labor, and permit listed before work starts.
Photo record
Before-and-after photos of the mast and meter.
Panel schedule
A typed label for every breaker in the panel.
Electrical Expertise You Can Verify
We have rebuilt services on century homes near the Downtown Woodstock square and on new construction in Woodstock Knoll.
Meter socket condition
We look for rust, heat marks, and loose lugs that signal a failing connection.
Mast height and strapping
We measure the mast and check the straps against the utility's overhead requirements.
Grounding path
We trace the grounding electrode conductor to confirm it reaches a real ground rod.
Do we cover your Woodstock area?
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Woodstock ZIP codes
- 30189
- 30188
Towns we serve.
Based in Woodstock and covering the places around it. Pick one for local details.
What Woodstock Homeowners Say
A limb took out our mast during a storm and the power company would not reconnect until it was fixed. These guys came out the same day, made it safe, and had the new mast and meter main in by Thursday. The inspector passed it first try. They even labeled the panel, which the last electrician never did.
Our 1950s house still had the original meter socket and it was full of rust. They replaced the meter box and mast, upgraded us to 200 amps, and added the grounding rod we were missing. Fixed price, no surprises, and they cleaned up the driveway before they left.
We needed a meter main replacement to support an EV charger. They ran the load calculation, showed us why 200 amps was the right call, and handled the Cherokee County permit. Power was off for one day, not a week. I have already recommended them to two neighbors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mast and Meter Replacement
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Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(470) 742-0135A simple mast swap with a reused meter socket sits at the low end. A full 200-amp meter main replacement Woodstock Georgia job with new grounding and permit lands higher. We quote fixed price after inspection.
We handle the Cherokee County permit, the disconnect coordination, the socket replacement, and the inspection. Homeowners cannot legally pull a meter or replace a socket themselves. Call us at (470) 742-0135 and we will schedule the whole job.
Storm damage, fallen limbs, and vehicle impacts are usually covered; rust, age, and code upgrades usually are not. We document the damage with photos and a written scope you can send to your adjuster. If the mast failed from a falling tree, most Woodstock policies cover the replacement minus your deductible. We do not handle the claim, but we give you what the adjuster needs.
The on-site work is four to six hours for a standard mast and meter main replacement. The full timeline runs three to seven business days because of the permit, utility disconnect, and reconnect scheduling. Emergency service mast replacement Woodstock GA jobs can be made safe the same day, with the permanent rebuild scheduled as soon as the utility slot opens.
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Get Your Service Mast and Meter Main Replacement Woodstock GA Quote
(470) 742-0135If your mast is leaning, your meter box is rusted, or the utility left a red tag, call us now. We answer the phone, quote the job, and schedule the disconnect.
Get Your Panel Quote
Call us at (470) 742-0135 or send an email and we will get back to you the same business day. We run appointments Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm, and we keep same-week slots open for panel inspections. Tell us what your panel is doing and we will tell you what it needs.