When your weatherhead or service mast is damaged by storms or age, you need safe, code-compliant repairs that restore power quickly. Since 1958, Choate's licensed electricians have provided weatherhead repair throughout Memphis and the Midsouth, working directly with MLGW and Shelby County to handle coordination, permits, and inspections that homeowners shouldn't navigate alone.

Weatherhead Basics And How It Protects Your Home

The weatherhead is the protective cap mounted at the top of your electrical service mast where MLGW's overhead utility lines connect to your home. This weather head-on house sits above your roofline and prevents rain, snow, and debris from entering the electrical service entrance. When water enters a damaged weatherhead, it travels down the service mast to your meter base and main electrical panel, creating immediate safety hazards.

Key Parts Of The Service Entrance

Understanding these components helps you identify damage after Memphis storms:

• weatherhead
• service mast or meter riser
• drip loop
• meter base

Signs You Need Weatherhead Repair Right Now

Storm-damaged or deteriorating weatherheads create immediate safety risks and leave you without power until repairs meet MLGW reconnection standards. We see increased calls after high winds, ice storms, and falling tree limbs damage service entrance components throughout the Memphis area.

Watch for these warning signs:

• leaning or bent service mast
• frayed or exposed electrical cables
• cracked or missing weatherhead cap
• loose or corroded meter base
• visible water stains below the weatherhead
• scorch marks around connections
• MLGW's refusal to restore power

Safety Risks When Damage Gets Ignored

A damaged weatherhead puts you at risk of electrocution, especially during wet weather when water conducts electricity through compromised components. Exposed wiring can spark fires, and water intrusion accelerates corrosion throughout your electrical system. The Tennessee electrical code requires licensed electricians to perform these repairs for your safety.

Homeowner And Utility Responsibility In Memphis

MLGW owns and maintains the service drop—the overhead wires from the utility pole to your home's attachment point. You're responsible for everything from that attachment point downward, including the weatherhead, service mast, meter base, and roof penetration seal. Shelby County requires permits and inspections for electrical service entrance repairs. Our electricians hold Tennessee electrical contractor licenses and perform these repairs in accordance with the 2020 National Electrical Code as adopted by Shelby County.

Choate's Repair Process And Typical Timeline

Over 65 years serving Memphis, we've developed a repair process that meets MLGW's strict reconnection requirements while minimizing your time without power. Most repairs are completed within two to three business days from assessment to power restoration, though inspection availability can extend this timeline during peak storm season.

We inspect the entire service entrance, checking mast stability, roof penetration integrity, conductor condition, and signs of water entry. You receive itemized pricing that covers materials, labor, Shelby County permit fees, and MLGW coordination before work begins. Our team submits permit applications to the Shelby County Building and Codes Department and schedules the required MLGW disconnect.

We install UL-listed weatherheads, galvanized or Schedule 40 PVC mast pipe, and properly rated service-entrance cable. All roof penetrations are sealed with waterproof boots and sealant. After completing repairs, we coordinate the Shelby County inspection and submit the approved documentation to MLGW to schedule reconnection.

Weatherhead Repair Cost Range And Financing Options

Weatherhead repair costs in Memphis typically range from $500 to $1,700. Simple weatherhead replacement on an accessible single-story home costs less than full mast replacement on a two-story home with a steep roof pitch. Permit fees, MLGW disconnect/reconnect charges, and inspection costs are included in our pricing. We offer financing through approved lenders and membership discounts for Choate's service plan members.

Schedule Your Weatherhead Repair With Choate's

Our Tennessee-licensed electricians coordinate with MLGW and Shelby County at every step so you get code-compliant repairs without delays. We've handled thousands of weatherhead repairs across Memphis since 1958, and we understand the local requirements for getting power restored safely. Schedule a service appointment.