Pole replacement
done safely.
GDV Utilities replaces distribution poles for utilities, prime contractors and private line owners: one pole after a car hit, a list of poles that failed inspection or a full pole replacement program.
What we do
Crews and equipment scaled to the job, from a single crew to multi-crew programs.
Pole change-outs
Setting the new pole, transferring conductor, crossarms and equipment, and pulling the old pole.
Inspection follow-up
Replacing poles flagged in GO 165, intrusive and climbing inspections.
Damaged poles
Replacing poles hit by vehicles or damaged by wind, fire and storms.
Fire-resistant upgrades
Steel, composite and wrapped poles for wildfire mitigation programs.
Guys and anchors
Installing and replacing guys and anchors to support the new pole.
Transfers and removals
Third-party transfer coordination and removal of old poles and butts.
From one pole to hundreds
Utilities and prime contractors use our crews on pole replacement programs, inspection follow-up and wildfire mitigation work. Private owners call us for single poles and short runs on their own lines.
If a pole is being replaced because of added load or new attachments, a pole loading analysis by a qualified engineer comes first. We build to the approved design and the utility's construction standards.
Our crews at work
Built by line people
GDV Utilities is led by people who came up in the trade and know what it takes to run safe, productive crews in the field.
IBEW union crews
Signatory to the Outside Line Construction Agreement, with IBEW-trained Foremen, Linemen, Operators and Groundmen.
Safety first
Daily tailboards, stop work authority and work practices aligned with Cal/OSHA High Voltage Electrical Safety Orders and GO 95 & 128.
Built for overhead work
Bucket trucks and digger derricks for setting poles and framing, with pole and wire trailers to keep material on site.
Licensed in 3 states
CA Lic. A & C-10 #1163710 · AZ Lic. A & C-11 ROC #345427 · NV Lic. C-2 #0093534.
Our crews have worked on utility systems across the country, including:
Pasadena Water & Power
NV Energy
PECOBGEAtlantic City Electric
O&R
…and most utility systems across the U.S.
Common questions
Do you replace poles for private property owners?
Yes. If the pole belongs to you rather than the utility, we can replace it. If it belongs to the utility, the utility handles it or hires its own contractor.
What types of poles do you install?
Wood, steel, composite and ductile iron poles, set with our digger derricks.
Do you do pole loading calculations?
Pole loading analysis is done by a qualified engineer. We build to the approved design and can work with your engineer.
Can you replace poles after storm or fire damage?
Yes. Our crews replace damaged poles after wind, fire and vehicle hits, in California and on storm deployments nationwide.
Need a crew?
Tell us about your project or storm call-out and we'll respond quickly. For the fastest response, give us a call.