PG&E:
"It looks like you won’t be adding any added load to the panel at this time. When you do, please remember to send in a new application showing the added load. I will review the photos and information provided to make sure
PG&E Greenbook clearances and requirements are met. Once I have processed your application, I will send you a confirmation email with the next step(s)."
Once I have the service upgrade and GT PV, then I can add heating loads. Which I will operate only to the extent they are cheaper than gas. Once I've paid the sunk cost of PV system, using all the credits will be zero incremental cost. But better to come up short of using all, rather than paying for electric heating at 10x the cost of gas.
In a different county, Silicon Valley Clean Energy offers incentives for homeowners and contractors to put in electric heating appliances.
svcleanenergy.org
Get up to $8,000 in rebates for upgrading to new electric home appliances. Plus, additional rebates of $5,000 for income-qualified CARE and FERA customers.
svcleanenergy.org
"All-Electric bonus for removal of the gas meter $500"
Uh, no thanks!
One year I blew through my electric surplus and bought electricity for the last month's heating, bill of $700 electric vs. typical $70 for gas heat.
Today's update from PG&E:
Classification: Public
Thank you for being a valued PG&E customer.
This project has been designated as
OK TO SERVE, and the appointment may be scheduled when ready.
Panel inspections are required prior to energizing a new panel. Failure to secure a passing inspection will result in your panel not being energized. Please keep this in mind when scheduling an appointment and coordinate accordingly.
Please make sure your electrician is on site on the day and time of the appointment. Failure to do so may result in the appointment being Cancelled/Rescheduled.
Please call
(855) xxx-xxxx to schedule the appointment with PG&E. Call at least 7-10 business days in advance to ensure the request date can be approved.
In the event when the appointment needs to be cancel or rescheduled, the scheduling clerks can be contacted at (855) xxx-xxxx during regular business hours (7am-5pm). If you call outside of core business hours, please call 1-800-xxx-xxxx and reference your account.
This application is subject to cancellation if the appointment has not been scheduled within
60 days from the date of this email.
If you are installing an applicant-owned and operated generator, you must call the PG&E Customer Service Line at 800-xxx-xxxx to have the generator noted on the Service Point in our system. This is required in our system so that our field partners are aware of a generator onsite.
If you are adding or changing out any solar equipment now or in the future, gas clearances must be met and it may need relocation to obtain the PTO. If you have questions, please follow up with EGI.
Please Note:
In addition to meeting all NEC and local building codes, PG&E requires that the new panel installation meet the Gas and Electric Service Requirements (Greenbook) in effect at the time of installation. Panels out of compliance will not be energized, and you will remain out of power until infractions are cleared.
Finally, you will be receiving a survey regarding the quality of service that I have provided in handling your project. Since Express Connections is a newly developed team, if you would take the time to provide your feedback, it would greatly assist us in our efforts to refine our processes, and best meet our customer’s needs with excellent service.
For more information on our Greenbook Standards, please click on the link
Electric & Gas Service Requirements (Greenbook)
Thank you,
New Business Representative
PG&E Express Connections
(209) xxx-xxxx
xxx@PGE.COM
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (M – F)
(Building Renovation Service Center) (1-877-xxx-xxxx)
Click here to submit applications
I had thought I would do the service panel upgrade together with PV installation, but 60 day deadline means I need to get cracking on this part.
Present meter is at corner of house, faces to the side. I want to place new meter just around corner, facing front. This allows all work to be completed with power on until the instant line worker cuts the old drop and crimps to new. Also, new breaker box is 200A main breaker only, allowing circuit to branch out to existing breaker panel and PV disconnect switch.
City of Oakland puts up a bit more obstacle for meter facing street:
"Zoning review is required to relocate a utility meter at or to a street-facing location, though NO Zoning permit or fees are required. Side or rear placement is preferred. However, if it must be located at a street-facing location and may be visible from the public right-of-way, it must be screened (you may propose a large potted plant in front of it, for example). Electrical and/or Plumbing Permits will also be required."
The official website of the City of Oakland. Find out about meetings, request City services through OAK 311, or contact the Mayor and City Council.
www.oaklandca.gov
At least the review is fast
"Zoning Clearance (ZC) reviews require
up to 3 days"