Orcas Power & Light

OPALCO performs an aggressive Right-Of-Way (ROW) maintenance program to help create a reliable electrical system. We trim and remove trees and other vegetation under or near our power lines to reduce the frequency of power interruptions caused by overhanging branches and trees. This also helps create easier access for our line crews to make repairs, thus shortening the outage time. If there are energized power lines in close proximity, call OPALCO so that we can advise and assist in tree removal.

And be smart about using supplemental energy sources such as generators. Correctly wired into a home to provide automatic fail-over, they still require regular testing to make sure it's power-outage ready. Consult a licensed electrical contractor to help you make the right decision for your home or business.

There are many costs associated with connecting to OPALCO electrical service. We ask that you read all the sections associated with new construction, as there are design, scheduling, easements and permits that can affect timely installation of your electric service. Please contact us for help in navigating this process. The OPALCO member is responsible for providing all equipment on the member side of the point-of-delivery, including, but not limited to, the secondary conductor, conduit, wiring, service equipment, and other costs as detailed in the Contribution in Aid of Construction (see the CIAC section that follows).