Temporary Power Pole & Meter Installation in Wilmington, NC

Touchstone Electric completed a code-compliant temporary power setup for RestorePro Reconstruction in Wilmington, NC. Our Wilmington branch handled everything needed for a safe, reliable temporary construction service: permitting, inspection, meter/panel combo installation, grounding, and coordination with the utility for energization. This project supports active site work while the permanent electrical service is being planned or restored.

Project Overview

For this temporary power solution, our team installed an underground-service temporary power pole equipped with a meter/panel combination, a properly sized driven ground rod, and a dedicated 20A receptacle on the post. Once the county inspection cleared, we coordinated with the utility to pull power from the transformer to the meter, ensuring the site received temporary electricity without delays.

Location: Wilmington, NC
Customer: RestorePro Reconstruction
Service type: Temporary power pole (underground service) with meter/panel combo
Included device: One 20A receptacle on the post
Grounding: Driven ground rod, bonded per code
Completion date: February 10, 2026
Lead technician: Francisco Martinez

Permits, Inspection, and Utility Coordination

Temporary construction power in Wilmington requires planning and precise documentation. We secured the work order details, pulled the necessary county permit, scheduled the inspection, and prepared the installation to meet local and NEC requirements. After the inspection approved the setup, we coordinated with the utility to make the final connection from the transformer to the meter, closing the loop so the site could power tools, equipment, and temporary lighting.

Work order verified and county permit obtained
Code-compliant installation and labeling
Grounding installed and tested for continuity
Final inspection scheduled and passed
Utility coordination for service pull and energization

Why Builders and Restoration Teams Choose Us for Temporary Power

Local code expertise: We design and install to Wilmington and North Carolina requirements for a smooth inspection process.
End-to-end support: From permitting to utility coordination, we manage each step to keep your timeline on track.
Safety-focused installs: Correct grounding, meter/panel configuration, and clear labeling help protect people and property.
Reliable site power: A clean, organized setup that’s ready for the demands of construction and restoration work.

RestorePro Reconstruction praised our team with a review after this project. Read their Google review.

Service Categories

This project falls under our core offerings in Panels & Service Upgrades and Meter Base & Service Replacement. Whether you need a temporary setup for a rebuild, renovation, or new construction, our Wilmington team delivers compliant, inspection-ready solutions designed for efficiency and safety.

Our Process for Temporary Service in Wilmington

Site assessment and scope confirmation
Permit acquisition and scheduling
Temporary pole, meter/panel combo, and grounding installation
Inspection and compliance verification
Utility coordination for energization

With Francisco Martinez leading the installation, this temporary power pole was installed to spec and cleared for activation on time, helping the customer keep work moving without interruption.

Serving Wilmington, NC

Touchstone Electric’s Wilmington branch supports residential and light commercial needs across the area with dependable temporary power services and long-term electrical solutions. If you’re planning a project that requires temporary electricity, our team can design and install a code-compliant setup that’s ready for inspection and utility connection.