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Hey guys

We are getting ready to replace the sec and was wondering where you guys would put the service head. There is not 3' clearance on either side of the window and there's no space above the windows. What do you think. Thanks.
 

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Like Half said, a wider angle photo would be more helpful to help you out with your question.
It almost looks like the 3' or more to the left of the window and down spout but the overhead looks too tight to the window from the photo for my liking.
Like 480 said, through the roof.
 
My suggestion in post #4 is a serious one. A window that doesn't open doesn't count as a window in this sense, placing the drop above the opening.
 
Mr. Wayne--- if you are above the window then their is no need to keep a 3' distance. Unfortunately the drip loop may be low so either go to the other side of the gutter or turn right and install the weatherhead between the windows.


230.9 Clearances on Buildings. Service conductors and final
spans shall comply with 230.9(A), (B), and (C).
(A) Clearances. Service conductors installed as open conductors
or multiconductor cable without an overall outer jacket
shall have a clearance of not less than 900 mm (3 ft) from
windows that are designed to be opened, doors, porches, balconies,
ladders, stairs, fire escapes, or similar locations.
Exception: Conductors run above the top level of a window shall be
permitted to be less than the 900 mm (3 ft) requirement.
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infinity said:
Where is the wording in the NEC about the upper window being inoperable?
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NEC doesn't mention windows it mentions building openings. If the upper portion isn't operable the only opening is the lower portion. A window that doesn't open at all doesn't have any clearance requirements from open service conductors.

Add: ok it does mention windows, but the focus is on "openings".
 
Knuckle Dragger said:
but the overhead looks too tight to the window from the photo for my liking.
Like 480 said, through the roof.
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It's those power company cables you have to worry about the SE cable is insulated. You could probably choose a different point of attachment.

I would just go through the eve and roof because that's the easiest. Conduit,weather-head and boot isn't that expensive.
 
growler said:
I would just go through the eve and roof because that's the easiest. Conduit,weather-head and boot isn't that expensive.
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LarryFine said:
Compared to two screws, with labor? :happysad:

Or does someone want to do the work?
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If I use a rigid mast I'm sure the job will pass inspection with no questions. No need to be there.

If I were to try the inoperable window angle then I would want to be there for the inspection and make sure the inspector knows what's going on and provide access if he/she wishes to see it. Depending on where the job is located and which inspector you get it still may not go over that well.
 
Even without the window issue, might need to go through roof anyway if there isn't enough clearance above grade.

Underground service is another option.
 
Need a better picture, but the feed is coming from a pole to the right, bring the service below the windows then turn up (where we can't see) to the same elevation you show, only closer to the poco pole.
 
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