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I have a listing in Oakland CA and we originally called PGE to find out if there was any electricity on at the property as one of the ways we determine occupancy at a property. PGE was off and we were happy to check the property and rekey. However upon arriving at the property and rekeying, we found the property to be occupied. In fact, there was electricity in the property. The occupants were stealing it from the neighbors for illegal activities!We quickly left. Finally, after several months, we obtained possession. After having it on the market and several failed escrows, a solid offer came through. By this time, PGE came and removed the meter because of faulty installation/electrical issues. Here are the steps we had to take to get the PGE meter back on:1. contact a licensed electrician to look at the meter connection and have them repair2. Go to the Oakland City website to obtain permit application and credit card authorization form. The fee cost appx $180 for 3 inspections. An additional $110 for the 4th visit. You'll need proof of listing agreement and Grant Deed of bank possession.3. Meet the inspector at the property with the electrician- most times a window for 3 hours.If it fails, call immediately to reschedule for the next day while your electrician fixes the items requested.Some items we ran into were minor: such as electrical grease needed to be on the socket, faceplates needed to beon all outlets, proper grounding, and replacement of socket that attaches to meter.4. Have inspector sign off on permit5. Inspector sends permit directly to PGE6. PGE gives a window where they will come out.7. Pge installs meterHope this helps with getting your meter in place sooner than later!
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