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    wobblestick Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 23, 2008, 11:04 AM
    100 or 200 amp electrical service
    I am building a new house and have asked for 200 amp service. What is the cost difference and what are the pros and cons of doing this?
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    Mar 23, 2008, 11:10 AM
    If it's a new house, then a 200A service is normally the norm, I see no reason why you should be asking for it!
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    Mar 23, 2008, 01:43 PM
    Agreed. DO NOT even consider a 100 or 150A service. I don't care how small the house is.

    Why are you coming here asking the cost difference? Wouldn't your builder have more accurate information?
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