How do I get a SMUD account?

How do I get a SMUD account?

My Account registration

1. Last four digits of the primary Social Security Number on My Account.
2. Customer Access Code obtained via a phone call to SMUD Customer Services at 1-888-742-7683.

How does a service drop work?

Service Drops Provide All Power All electricity to your home comes through the service drop. If the service drop goes down, all power in your home will shut off. Catastrophic events, such as downed trees, large fallen limbs, or heavy ice buildup, can take down a service drop.

Does SMUD require a deposit?

a deposit may be required as security for the payment of bills. SMUD may, in accordance with Rule and Regulation 11, discontinue service if the customer fails to make such deposit as requested by SMUD.

Does SMUD remove trees?

We remove trees to protect your property from potential hazards and to prevent tree-related power outages.

What services does SMUD?

Gas & Electric Electricity is provided by Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), Sacramento’s community-owned and not-for-profit electric service. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) provides natural gas services to the City of Sacramento. Find more information on the services they provide.

Who owns SMUD?

SMUD is owned by its customers, who elect a seven-member Board of Directors. Each director represents a different geographic area or “ward.” During their four-year terms, their job is to establish policies and values about how we serve you and to set the long-term direction SMUD will take as we move forward.

Can you touch a service drop?

Never attempt to move or handle a service drop. In the event of a downed power line resulting from high winds, falling trees, etc., call DTE to have the line de-energized and safely restrung.

What are the 2 types of service entrance?

Summary

• The service entrance is the place where power enters a residence.
• A mast service drop is an overhead service drop where the service drop is connected to the mast knob.
• Drip loops refer to the sag in the service drop before it is connected to the clevis or mast knob.

Does SMUD charge fee for credit card?

It’s illegal for businesses in California to charge you for using those conveniences. But KCRA 3 found the state, cities, counties and even utilities such as PG&E, SMUD, water districts and gas companies can charge a fee. For them, it’s legal.

Does SMUD have a grace period?

There is a 15 day grace period before you receive any late charge. The late charge will be 5% of the payment amount, or $5, whichever is greater.

Who is responsible for trimming trees around power lines?

Trimming trees and vegetation around the utility’s power line that connects a person’s home to the utility pole is generally viewed as being the responsibility of the homeowner. This power line is called the “service drop.”

Who is responsible for trimming trees near power lines in California?

Only specially trained tree trimmers can work near power lines. Homeowners who hire their own tree trimmers to prune or remove trees near wires must first notify SCE. This includes work on any tree within 10 feet of SCE lines or trees that could come in contact with wires or equipment if they fall.

What are the SMUD requirements?

(SMUD) requirements pertaining to material and installation of the electric distribution underground structures for new electric service and for changes to existing facilities. The requirements are necessary for SMUD to supply uniform

How do I contact SMUD for underground electrical distribution?

BEFORE DIGGING 800-227-2600 or 811 2. SCOPE This specification applies to the material, construction, and installation requirements for electric distribution underground structures throughout SMUD’s service area. 3. REFERENCES(Latest Editions)

What are the SMUD and euserc requirements for meter panels?

inspection authority approves the customer’s facilities. All Meter panel and customer service switchboard equipment shall meet SMUD and EUSERC requirements and be UL approved. 5.3 Only authorized SMUD employees are permitted to make connections between SMUD equipment and customer service entrance facilities (service entrance conductors, panel

What are the electrical service requirements of Smud drawing U1N?

ELECTRIC SERVICE REQUIREMENTS DISTRIBUTION UNDERGROUND STRUCTURE Page 39 of 44 6.5.3 Pole risers shall be constructed as shown on SMUD Drawing U1N. The radius portion of the elbow for risers shall be below finish grade.