Sirwalterraleigh
Premium Member
So helping to get the power you pay for each month isn’t a “sound investment”? Is that what we’re saying?The "technology" has existed for probably 100 years. It's called put the power lines underground. However, while that is much better against wind damage (not 100% because an uprooted tree can rip the lines out), it is more vulnerable to flooding causing issues.
Underground wiring is a lot more expensive, especially switching above ground lines to underground and nobody wants to pay for it. In new neighborhoods for at least 30 years the lines are underground but the developer pays for it and adds it to the cost of the new homes or lots. Plus it is somewhat cheaper before development when they can just dig a trench and lay conduit without worrying about damaging existing property.
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