Sorry about that.
There are many variables that can influence the cost, like right of ways, access, terrain, etc. And the info I posted is a very general way to estimate the cost. Only an APCO engineer can tell you the exact cost. That being said, the following formula gets you in the ballpark:
Estimated ANNUAL Power bill X 5 = $ Amount APCO will pay to run lines
Divide this number by $2500 (cost per pole) = number of poles they will provide
Multiply this number by 350 (maximum feet per pole) = # feet they can run without charging you
I am no mathematician, but it seems to me the formula can be reduced to:
Estimated ANNUAL power bill X .7 = # feet of service provided by APCO
I am sure there are APCO folks on here, or others with experience that can be more accurate, and I want to learn more as well. I am only repeating a very general formula provided to me by an APCO engineer. Keep in mind, most power poles are not where they can stretch 350 feet, and added costs of removing barriers, obtaining right of ways, etc. can add to the cost.
Last edited by SouthernPines; 10/01/13 02:19 AM.
