Service Mast Damage Discovered At Rochester MN Home Inspection

Damaged Electrical Service Mast

Damaged Electrical Service Mast

The electrical service drop is the point where the electrical service wiring enters the home. At this home inspection there was a rather lengthy span between the electrical pole and the service mast. About half way, a support mast was added to maintain adequate distance between the service wire and the roof peak.  

This electrical service mast was installed at the peak over a vaulted ceiling which allows for minimal support within the truss structure of the roof.  The long span of the service wire has resulted in bending of the support mast as well as deformation of the roof decking. 

I recommended that this issue be resolved by a qualified electrician. If this support mast was to bend completely of break loose of the truss supports it could result in damage to the service wiring, service mast as well as the roof/truss structure. Worst case the service wire breaks exposing the home and inhabitants to electrical hazards.