The service disconnect (or safety switch) is the exterior shut-off point that lets youāor emergency respondersāquickly kill all power to your home.
Purpose: Provides a visible, accessible circuit-breaker outside for safety, maintenance, and code compliance.
Oh, absolutely. Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and Arlington Counties now insist on an exterior shut-off within 30 feet of your meter so that anyoneāfirefighters, utility workers or youācan kill power fast in an emergency.
Skipping this step can derail your inspection, void your insurance, and even land you in hot water if first responders canāt cut juice quickly.
Best part? Installing a weather-tight disconnect is a relatively small investment that pays off in safety, code compliance, and peace of mindāespecially if youāre planning to add an EV charger, solar panels or any major load down the road.
We handle all paperwork with local building departments and the utility company. We ensure compliance with NEC articles (e.g., NEC 230.85 for outdoor disconnect location)..