Getting or Changing Service

Example Estimates are for reference only, there are many variables that will be reviewed when the site visit takes place. Prior to scheduling a site visit, an application must be submitted along with an engineering fee of $250.00.

Note:
Vermont Electric Co-op does not provide conduit and trenching, and estimates should be gathered from contractors in addition to the estimates below.
All underground secondary (transformer to building) wire and conduit must be provided and installed by the member or their electrician.

Distance to Nearest Existing Electrical Infrastructure Estimates

Under 100 Feet

100-200 Amp Overhead Secondary (pole to attachment point on building)
VEC hang service wire, install bracket, and make connections where transformer already exists  ~$ 1,300
VEC hang service wire, install bracket, and make connections where transformer is required  ~$ 4,800

Under 250 Feet

100-200 Amp Underground Secondary (transformer on pole to service location)
Hang service loop on pole, transformer already exists  ~$ 1,100
Hang service loop on pole, transformer is required ~$ 5,000

100-200 Amp Underground Secondary (underground transformer on vault to service location)
Open vault and make connections, transformer already exists  ~$ 1,100
Open vault and make connections transformer is required ~$ 5,500

Over 250 Feet

Overhead Poles (~250-275ft max between poles) -- Does not include clearing vegetation or ledge set poles
1 pole overhead line extension with transformer (~275ft) ~ $12,600
2 pole overhead line extension with transformer (~550ft) ~ $18,100
3 pole overhead line extension with transformer (~825ft)  ~$23,700
4 pole overhead line extension with transformer (~1100ft) ~$29,700

Underground Vaults (~500-600ft max between vaults) – Does not include trenching & conduit costs
Underground line extension with pad mount transformer (~550ft)  ~$15,200
Underground line extension with pad mount transformer (~1100ft)  ~$21,100
Underground line extension with pad mount transformer (~1650ft)  ~$26,900
Underground line extension with pad mount transformer (~2200ft) ~$32,800

If this is a new “RESIDENTIAL SERVICE” (single or multi-family home), then a “New Service Credit” of $533 will be applied to the above amounts. *This does not apply to commercial buildings, garages, sheds, or a building not being lived in*

Anything outside what is described above will need to be reviewed by a utility designer before any estimate can be given.

Example Estimates are for reference only, there are many variables that will be reviewed when the site visit takes place. All line changes and service upgrades to 400amp or greater are billed at actual cost and a site visit is necessary to provide an estimate. Prior to scheduling a site visit an application must be submitted along with an engineering fee of $250.00.

100amp to 200amp

VEC Equipment is sufficient, requires only single trip, not more than one hour, from VEC Employees while electrician upgrades meter socket $252
VEC Equipment is sufficient, requires two trips, not more than one hour each, from VEC Employees while electrician upgrades meter socket $504
VEC Equipment needs upgrade, requires new loop but transformer sufficient ~$1,100
VEC Equipment needs upgrade, requires new loop & overhead transformer ~$3,800
VEC Equipment needs upgrade, requires new loop & padmount transformer ~$4,800

Line Change

Replacing 100-200amp overhead service to building with underground service ~$1,100

Anything outside what is described above will need to be reviewed by a utility designer before any estimate can be given.

In order for VEC to construct service on your property, you will need to grant an easement to VEC. Please review the information below to ensure that the development of your easement and service to your property is not delayed.

What is an easement? This is a legal document that formally grants us permission to access your property to construct and maintain the equipment necessary to serve you. Once complete, the easement will be recorded with the land records associated with your property at the Town Clerk’s Office where you live.

Who do I talk to about granting an easement to VEC for my project? If you have not spoken to a VEC Field Engineer and filled out a VEC Service Application STOP ---YOU SKIPPED A STEP. Meeting with the Field Engineer is important in confirming the location of any utility lines on your property and/or your neighbor’s property to ensure the accuracy of the legal easement and your property records and to help in discussions with your neighbors.

What if my property is subject to a Conservation Easement? If your property is subject to a conservation easement, you should contact the entity (VT Land trust, etc.) that holds easement rights to your property in advance to review the project and easement details and avoid delays in the engineering and construction schedule.

How do I grant an easement to VEC for my project? Complete the Easement Information Checklist.  This important document will be used to develop your easement. It is important to be sure ALL of the information is filled out and is accurate as this can impact your property records. In addition to the checklist, VEC will need some information from you. Please provide ALL of the following information about each property for which you will need an easement. *This information is available at the town clerk’s office and includes: 

• A FULL copy of the recorded deed to your property (must include the book/page number/ and date recorded)
• A copy of a tax map showing your parcel boundaries AND identifying the adjoining property owners to your (or neighbors) property

What if my service will cross my neighbor’s property? If any part of your service extension crosses a neighboring property, we will need an easement from the neighbor(s) as well. Please be sure to complete a separate Easement Information Checklist for their property as well. If you intend to cross your neighbor’s property please plan to speak with them now about the possibility of extending service over the land to avoid delays in the engineering and construction schedule.

Please note: VEC is not available to assist you with your land records research. Failure to submit all of these documents in FULL will delay the development of your easement and service to your property.

If you need assistance negotiating an easement and/or tracking down the above information from your land records, please consider contacting a legal or land use professional. Some resources are included below:

Rob Naramore – ROW Agent 
Naramore ROW Services
P: 802-744-6477
E: [email protected]

Stephen Taylor – ROW Agent
Deerleap Communications
 P: 802-349-0778
 E: [email protected]

VEC Electric Requirements Service Manual

Standard Number	Description
010, 011	Right of Way Clearing
101, 102	Overhead Service
012, 203, 605, 702	Primary Underground
201, 202	Secondary Underground
204, 205, 206	Meter Pedestal
301, 302, 303	Temporary Service
401	Clearance Natural Gas
402	Emergency Supply
403 - 409	Generation
501	Inspection Requirement Guideline
502	Minimum Requirements for Member-owned Service
601	Meter Socket Specifications
602	Single-phase Installation
603	Self-contained Polyphase
604	Transformer-rated Metering Installation
710, 711	Bollards
740, 741	Mobile Home Service

Are you planning to construct a new home or Facility? Please complete the New Service Application
Are you looking to expand, and think you might need more power? Please complete the Upgraded Service Application
Would you like to apply for an LED security light? If so, please complete the LED Security Light Application