Information for Electricians
Electrical Diagrams
Listed below are various electrical diagrams.
For questions regarding electrical diagrams, please contact the BrightRidge Engineering Department at (423) 952-5034.
- Concrete Encased Electrodes
- Customer-Owned Meter Pole
- Overhead Temporary Services
- Generator Hook-Up
- Generation Behind the Meter
- Green Power Providers Metering & Switch Details
- Mobile Home Meter Base Mounted on Home
- Overhead Permanent Service Below Eave
- Overhead Permanent Service Through Roof
- Underground Permanent Service
- Underground Temporary Service
*At the request of electricians and other individuals with expertise in the field of electricity, BrightRidge has been requested to publish generic electrical diagrams regarding electrical services. These diagrams have been developed by the BrightRidge Engineering Department on a generic basis for informational purposes only. There is no warranty or guarantee of any kind, expressed or implied, associated with any of these diagrams, and in view of the dangers associated with electrical service, the same should be used in conjunction with work being performed by either licensed electricians or individuals skilled and experienced in such functions. Any such work must be inspected and approved by a City or County State Electrical Inspector prior to the activation of any service associated therewith. Any use of the information contained herein shall be at the user’s sole risk and responsibility.
Wiring Permits
All electrical services shall meet the requirements of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC). Before the electric service is energized, all wiring must be inspected and approved by the legally authorized State Electrical Inspector.
Electrical permits must be purchased in advance of electrical wiring inspections. If an electrician is doing the work, his state registration number is required to purchase the permit. Electricians can go online to the state website, www.core.tn.gov and purchase their own permits. Questions should be directed to the State Permits & Licensing at (615) 741-7170.
State of Tennessee Wiring Permit Fees
| 0 – 30 ampere service | $35.00 |
| 31 – 60 ampere service | $35.00 |
| 61 – 200 ampere service | $35.00 |
| 201 – 400 ampere service | $40.00 |
| 401 – 600 ampere service | $50.00 |
| 601 – 1000 ampere service | $90.00 |
| 1001 – capacity & above | custom pricing |
| Rough-in inspections | $35.00 |
| Inspection of heating and/or cooling unit | $35.00 |
| Inspection of floating cabin | $150 |
| Inspection of floating cabin | $150.00 |
| Reinspection based on rejection of a 0 – 1000 ampere capacity | varies |
| Issue agent fee per permit | $5.00 |
Our staff is committed to providing current and accurate rate information. It is our goal to update this site as changes occur. However, rates are subject to change without notice. Contact a BrightRidge representative at (423) 952-5000 to verify current rates.
Electrical Inspections
All State of TN Residents Electricians can go online to the state website, www.core.tn.gov and purchase their own permits. Questions should be directed to the State Permits & Licensing at (615) 741-7170.