"John Hines" wrote in message
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The term "justify the need for" more amps, can be translated to "show
them how they are going to get the money back in future billings".

They won't upgrade you, unless they have an expectation of getting the
money back, through increased bills. Simply "upgrading the service"
means thicker wires, and no more actual usage.

Now if you install a 20Kw sauna, you _will_ get you new wires. g

depends on the company.

here in quebec, Hydro quebec will do a free service upgrade if the entrace
is above ground (they won't change underground wires for free). they offer
the meter for free and they replace up to a certain length of wire. the
length covers most houses (most people are within that distance of the
poles)