Dual 30 Amp Service
This is a topic that I haven't seen discussed here, although it probably has been. I am planning on installing an RV electrical outlet at my home. Running the wiring for 50 amp service can get expen...
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Water-Bug wrote:
Loading the main is just as much an issue as cost of wire. Go price the cost of upgrading a main service.
EDIT. For those that don't understand what I mean by "loading the main" , electrical inspectors start by alloting so many amps /sqft for lighting and wall plugs. Then they add in all your 220 volt services such as water heater, clothes dryer, range, pool, central AC etc. Depending on the size of your main service, you can easily reach your allowable max. A 50 amp service is probably more than central AC, pool, and water heater combined. When you reach the max, the only solution is a new main panel. $$$$$$
Are you guessing or has this been calculated? I really think if you are that close to the max you probably cannot go 30 or 50.
Otherwise take a picture of your panel down to the city building department and a list of the breakers and ask for an opinion on getting a permit. Or get a licensed electrician to evaluate code compliance.
Maybe even post it here...
I doubt this is as big a deal as you say.
