Process overview

Every location is unique, but the typical steps involved in extending power to a new single-family home are outlined below:

1. Apply for service online, or call our New Construction Hotline at 1-800-469-3981 during normal business hours.
2. Your local Rocky Mountain Power office will contact you within two business days to determine if a site meeting with an estimator is required.
3. Meet estimator on site to discuss your project. The following information will be needed:
   • House location staked
   • Provide basic load data such as:
     • What is the square footage of the living area?
     • All electric or dual energy home?
     • Air conditioner or heat pump size (tonnage) if applicable.
   • Approved site plan including any of the following that apply:
     • House location
     • Roads
     • Water and sewer lines or septic/drain-field and well locations.
     • Any infrastructure that may require clearance from or interfere with power lines.
4. Estimator completes design and job paperwork. Customer paperwork is mailed including a list of items that must be completed before construction can be scheduled.
5. Applicant completes all steps required prior to scheduling construction.
   • Obtain electrical inspection on your meter-base and breaker panel.
   • Obtain trench inspection approval.
   • Return signed contract along any advance payment.
   • Sign and return notarized easement or permit documents.
6. Job is scheduled for construction when the last of these items is received by Rocky Mountain Power.