We have been advised by our insurance co. to replace the electrical entrance cable... does anyone know exactly what that takes... what materials,etc... thanks..

Definitely not a do-it-yourself job. Get a licensed electrician.

You probably have a 100 Amp service, with #2- 3 wire aluminum cable called SEU cable. I have to guess the outer sheathing is damaged by age and weather.

To replace the cable, the line is cut from the utility grid, usually the utility needs to do this. The electrician can then replace the cable, usually also the weather head, and the connector into the meter, and cable straps.

If you service is less than 100 amps, then the entire service will need to be upgraded to at least 100 amps, which means the cable, meter and panel need to be changed.

Get three quotes from small to mid-size electrical contractors that do residential work, be sure they are insured, and apply for a permit, and that the work is inspected.

If you have any more questions don't hesitate to get back with them.

Wire size for 80 foot distance from meter can to breaker box?

Wire size for 80 foot distance from meter can to breaker box?

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Originally Posted by tkrussell

You probably have a 100 Amp service, with #2- 3 wire aluminum cable called SEU cable. I have to guess the outer sheathing is damaged by age and weather.

To replace the cable, the line is cut from the utility grid, usually the utility needs to do this. The electrician can then replace the cable, usually also the weather head, and the connector into the meter, and cable straps.

If you service is less than 100 amps, then the entire service will need to be upgraded to at least 100 amps, which means the cable, meter and panel need to be changed.

Get three quotes from small to mid-size electrical contractors that do residential work, be sure they are insured, and apply for a permit, and that the work is inspected.

If you have any more questions don't hesitate to get back with them.

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Sorry, I did not give enough informationl The entrance cable will be under ground in pipe from the meter to my new mobile home and I am located on a small river about 30 feet above hige tide.

Wire size for 80 foot entrance cable from meter can to breaker box. Sorry, I did not give enough information The entrance cable will be under ground in pipe from the meter to my new mobile home and I am located on a small river about 30 feet above hige tide

You need to make a new thread with this information, as you have tacked onto a 6-year old thread. People are going to see the original thread was from 2006 and skip it instantly.