What is a temporary power pole?
It is a freestanding pole, usually wood or metal, fitted with a meter socket, breaker panel and outlets that FPL or another utility ties into before the building has permanent service. Contractors call it a temp pole, a construction pole or a spider box on a stick, and it is standard on any job where framing, tools and light tower rental equipment need power before the panel is set. A 200 amp temporary power pole covers most single-family and small commercial jobs in Davie; larger builds sometimes step up from there. The pole itself does GFCI-protected circuits under OSHA 1926.404(b)(1)(ii), which matters once saws, compressors and job trailers all draw off the same panel. Pair it with a mobile office trailer rental or storage container rental and you have a workable site base before the first wall goes up. We run this alongside sanitation drops too, since most Davie sites also need portable toilet rental or porta john rental on day one.
How does temporary power pole installation work?
Installing a temporary power pole starts with a permit application and a utility work order, then a licensed electrician sets the pole, runs grounding, and the utility connects the meter. Timelines shift by jurisdiction and by how fast the electrical inspection clears, so build in a buffer before you need power on site. Placement matters: the pole needs clear access for the utility truck and enough separation from excavation, dumpsters and the roll-off dumpster rental staging area so nobody digs into a grounding rod. Keep the approach clear the same way you would for a 10 yard dumpster rental or 20 yard dumpster rental pickup, since a blocked path stalls the crew either way. If your site also needs temporary fence rental around the perimeter, coordinate the fence line with the pole location before either goes in, so the fence doesn't box in the meter access the inspector needs to see.
What does temporary power pole installation cost?
Cost depends on pole rating, permit fees, trenching if underground service is required, and how far the utility has to run new line to reach the site. A 200 amp temporary power pole typically costs more to install than a 100 amp pole once permit and electrician labor are added, and rural or undeveloped lots in areas like Cooper City, 3.4 miles south of Davie, sometimes run higher because of longer utility runs. We don't sell or install the poles ourselves, but we coordinate delivery timing for everything else on site around your electrician's schedule.
| item | typical range |
|---|---|
| dumpster, day | $51 to $112 |
| dumpster, week | $426 to $778 |
| fence, day | $30 to $75 |
| standard portable toilet, week | $130 to $500 |
Full pricing detail lives on the porta potty rental cost and dumpster rental cost pages if you're budgeting the whole site setup at once.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a temporary power pole?
Yes, in almost every jurisdiction, but permit rules vary by city and we have not verified Davie's specific requirements here. Confirm directly with the city's building department before scheduling your electrician. The same caution applies to placement questions covered on our porta potty permit requirements page.
How long can I keep a temporary power pole on site?
That depends on your permit terms and how long the job runs. Most contractors keep the pole up until permanent service passes inspection, then have the utility disconnect it. Plan the teardown the same way you'd plan pickup for a 40 yard dumpster rental at project close.
What size temporary power pole do I need?
Most residential and small commercial sites in Davie run 200 amp service, matching typical single-family panel sizing. Larger commercial builds with tower cranes or heavy equipment may need higher capacity; ask your electrician to size it against your actual tool and trailer load.
Can the temporary power pole run my job trailer and tools at the same time?
Generally yes, if the pole is sized correctly and circuits are GFCI-protected per OSHA 1926.404(b)(1)(ii). Overloading one panel with welders, compressors and trailer HVAC at once is the common failure point, so confirm total draw with your electrician first.
Does Davie Porta Pros install temporary power poles?
No, we don't install electrical service, but we handle the sanitation, fencing, dumpster and storage side of the same site setup. Ask us for a request a quote that bundles those pieces around your electrician's install date, or see service areas for coverage near Plantation, 5.1 miles north.
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