Our Central Coast electricians at CCES, are trained and qualified in all scopes of electrical services including the installation and works on private poles as well as inside the pillar boxes. CCES can supply, install and replace timber and galvanized steel private power poles. So if you’re looking for a private pole installation, we have you covered.

Private power poles will generally be the first connection point of electricity to your property. Often it is the most aesthetically pleasing and most practical way to bring power in from an overhead network. Private power pole installation costs can vary, depending on whether it’s timber or galvanised steel. Typically, the galvanised steel pole is the most economical option. However, if you live close to the beach you may want to look at a timber pole due to corrosion caused by the salty sea breeze. 

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Do I Need A Private Power Pole?

Sometimes a direct overhead electrical connection to a property cannot be achieved due to many factors. Such as; neighbouring boundaries, trees, pole-top transformers, distances, height clearances etc. Private power poles also come in handy as a place to mount a switchboard, metering equipment and general power outlets for ‘temporary builders power’.

Private power poles are also a good way to change an overhead service into a hidden underground consumers connection if you don’t want the cables to be connected overhead to your fascia.

Private Pole – Timber vs Galvanised Steel

Timber Private Pole

PROS

• Timber private power poles have been proven to provide better value for money for a number of reasons.
• Timber private power poles are generally made of hardwood and have a life span of 30-40 years depending on the environmental conditions.
• Timber poles are non-conductive therefore they pose less risk to its surroundings.
• Timber private power poles also provide a more natural look.

CONS

• • Timber private power poles are susceptible to termite infestation and rot in areas which have high levels of moisture.
  • Timber private power poles are generally larger than galvanised steel and cannot be customized; therefore they may look somewhat obtrusive.
  • Timber private power poles are generally more expensive to purchase the product, transport to the job site and install.

Galvanised Steel Private Pole

PROS

• • • Galvanised Steel private poles generally are more inconspicuous and are more aesthetically pleasing.
    • Galvanised Steel private power poles are smaller than timber poles.
    • Galvanised Steel private power poles can contain the cables internally, this assists in hiding surface mounted conduit and cables.
    • Galvanized Steel private power poles are generally cheaper to purchase the product and for a private power pole installation.

CONS

• • • Galvanised Steel private power poles can start to lose the galvanized layer
    • Galvanised Steel private power poles tend to erode at a faster rate if you’re located by the beach.