Consumer Mains Installation
Consumer Mains Installation Adelaide
At Bench Directional Drilling & Civil, we specialise in the installation and upgrade of consumer mains across Adelaide, SA. Whether it’s a new build, an upgrade, or a defect notice, we work with property owners, builders, and electricians to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient underground power connections
We manage the full civil side of the process, including trenching, boring and coordination with supply authorities, ensuring each project is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption.
What Are Consumer Mains?
Consumer mains are the cables that carry power from the property’s point of attachment (such as a power pole, pit or transformer) to the main switchboard.
They are a key part of any electrical system and must be properly designed, installed, and maintained to ensure reliable power supply.
Service Mains vs Consumer Mains
Service Mains
Connect the external electricity network to your property’s point of attachment.
Consumer Mains
Run from the point of attachment to the main switchboard inside the property.
Only licensed electricians can connect consumer mains to the network, but the civil work such as excavation and cable installation is where we come in.
Domestic Electrical & Civil Services
- Underground consumer mains installations
- Upgrades for subdivisions, redevelopments, and older properties
- Trenching, boring, and conduit installation
- Service locating prior to excavation to identify existing utilities
- Coordination with electricians and SA Power Networks
- Compliance with all Australian standards and regulations
When you might need a Consumer Mains Upgrade
- Your existing cables are aging or damaged
- You’ve received an electrical defect notice
- You’re renovating, subdividing, or upgrading to three-phase power
- Your system is overloaded or not keeping up with modern power use
- You’re relocating your switchboard or electrical metering
Underground Installations
- Underground consumer mains are now the preferred choice for most new developments.
- We install all underground cables to the required minimum depth with warning tape and conduit to ensure compliance and safety.
- Our directional drilling capability allows us to minimise surface disruption, boring under driveways, footpaths to reduce reinstatement costs, especially in tight access or built-up areas.
Get in Touch
If you need consumer mains installed or upgraded, contact Bench Directional Drilling & Civil. We’ll work with your electrician or builder to ensure your project runs smoothly, stays on track, and meets all requirements.
