Telopea Private Power Pole Specialists

The lifespan of a private power pole depends on the material and environmental conditions. Galvanised steel poles typically last beyond fifty years with minimal maintenance, offering exceptional durability and resistance to corrosion. Treated hardwood timber poles generally have a serviceable life of around twenty to thirty years, though this can vary based on soil conditions, moisture exposure, and maintenance. Regular inspections by qualified electricians can help identify any deterioration early, allowing for timely repairs or replacement before safety becomes compromised.

As the property owner, you're responsible for maintaining your private power pole in safe working condition. This includes ensuring the pole remains structurally sound, upright, and free from hazards like damaged hardware or deteriorating materials. The network provider (Ausgrid in Telopea) maintains the service lines from the street to your pole, but everything from the point where the service line attaches to your pole, including the pole itself, falls under your responsibility. Regular inspections and prompt repairs by authorised Level 2 electricians help you meet these obligations and avoid potential safety issues or defect notices.

While property owners have some input on pole placement, the final location must meet specific technical and safety requirements. The pole needs to be positioned to allow adequate clearances from buildings, boundaries, driveways, and vegetation while maintaining appropriate distances for the overhead service line from the street connection. It must also be accessible for maintenance and comply with setback requirements from property lines. Our Level 2 electricians work with you during the site assessment to identify the optimal location that balances your preferences with regulatory requirements and practical considerations for your Telopea property.

If your private power pole is damaged by severe weather, falling trees, or other events, you should contact a Level 2 electrician immediately for assessment. If the damage affects the overhead service lines or creates an immediate safety hazard, you should also notify Ausgrid. Never approach a damaged pole if wires are down or the pole is leaning dangerously. Our emergency response team can attend your Telopea property to assess the damage, coordinate with the network provider for temporary disconnection if necessary, and carry out repairs or complete pole replacement to restore your power connection safely and quickly.