Storm restoration crews
for Florida
GDV Utilities mobilizes IBEW line crews to restore power after hurricanes, tropical storms and severe thunderstorms in Florida, for utilities and prime contractors.
Ready before the storm
Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, with peak landfalls from August through October.
Restoration work we handle
- Rebuilding broken poles, crossarms and downed primary and secondary
- Restoring feeders and laterals after hurricane-force winds
- Replacing transformers, fuses and service drops
- Working alongside utility and other mutual assistance crews under the host utility’s storm structure
Working with your utility
Our crews have restored power on FPL, Duke Energy and Southern Company systems, and we work under the host utility’s storm structure, safety rules and switching procedures.
Crews arrive self-sufficient with trucks, tools and PPE, ready to take assignments from your storm center.
Our storm crews at work
Pre-register GDV Utilities
Get our paperwork on file now so we can mobilize the moment you call.
Want to work Florida storms with GDV Utilities? Join our storm roster to get call-out alerts.
Common questions
Does GDV Utilities respond to storms in Florida?
Yes. GDV Utilities mobilizes line crews for storm restoration and mutual assistance in Florida and in all 50 states, for utilities and prime contractors.
How fast can your crews mobilize?
We staff and mobilize as soon as we receive a confirmed request. Call (951) 317-6134 to check crew availability for your event.
What does a storm crew include?
A typical crew is a Foreman, two Journeyman Linemen and a Groundman with a bucket truck, digger derrick and pickup. We scale to multiple crews for larger events.
Are your crews union?
Yes. GDV Utilities is signatory to IBEW Local 47 and Local 1245, and our crews work under the applicable local scale and conditions on storm events.
How do we pre-register GDV Utilities before storm season?
Request our vendor packet on the Utility Partners page, or email wwatson@gdvutilities.net. We provide our capability statement, insurance certificates and prequalification forms.
Need crews in Florida?
Call our 24/7 storm line or request crews online.