Builders & Contractors

We understand how important it is to meet your construction and scheduling needs.  By contacting us early in the building process, we can perform our design engineering, equipment & materials procurement, and utility construction by your "in service" completion date.

• Types of Construction

• Renewable Energy Contractors

Underground Distribution

Metro’s Underground Utilities Ordinance (BL2005-628) requires lines to be buried underground in all new residential developments.  This ordinance:

• Improves the appearance of Nashville’s subdivisions
• Allows for a wider variety of acceptable street trees
• Eliminates tree trimming and overhead maintenance
• Allows street trees to grow to their natural canopy
• Creates more attractive streetscapes
• Reduces the number of power outages

Trade Ally Network

The Trade Ally Network is a list of qualified general contractors, architects, engineers and others who support TVA's energy efficiency programs.  Learn more about becoming a member of the Trade Ally Network.

Contribution in Aid to Construction

When new electric service generates enough revenue to offset annual expenses, NES installs the required electric facilities for free.  Otherwise, a Contribution in Aid to Construction (CIAC) may be required.  A refund can be requested within four years of completion if new customers are connected to a line extension.  New customers must provide all necessary easements, rights-of-way, and tree trimming permission and rights to NES before any line extension is constructed or service is provided.