Quote Originally Posted by n2ize View Post
An above ground system has its advantages and disadvantages. Here we are entirely above ground. If the equipment is properly updated and a regular schedule of tree trimming is done it can avert many problems. The problems really start when proper maintenance and regular trimming and dead tree removals are stopped.

Last year I had an entire oak tree that was dying removed from my property. Con Edison footed the entire bill. During the 2010 nor'easter we had a lot of damage but most of the power stayed on. Had they not done regular tree maintenance it would have been much worst.
Down here the power lines go through the tree branches. Lose a big branch, lose yer juice.