Anyone else having ComEd (Chicago) Issues?!?!?!

[Sidney S.]

Hey Chicago fam! I have this flip in Bronzeville that has power cut off at the line. Comed stated they need to complete a new business inspection. Ok. Fine. Let's do that.

4 failed inspections later, I'm livid. They have brought up a new and different issue each time. How in the world am I supposed to pass and finally complete city inspections when I'm stuck in this ridiculous cycle?!

Side note: We have completed every task noted. This last one stated that we need to install a deck for ComEd to have access to a box 7 ft off the ground. Am I the only one being knocked for this? Have any of you all had to do this? My contractor stated he hasn't and I personally haven't had this problem. 

Help?

[Ann Folan]

We are a licensed GC in Chicago and we have never had 4 inspections with ComEd. In fact our last project was a 2-flat to SFR conversion. The inspector came out, told us what he wanted and told us to call him when it was done. We did exactly what he asked, called his cell phone, he stopped by, passed it and we got our new service in a matter of days. Are you sure your contractor is doing what is being requested? Exactly as requested? We have never found the inspectors unreasonable and we have been building in Chicago for almost 20 years (completed a massive gut re-hab on a Bronzeville greystone late last year). Not trying to place blame, but it is just not something we have experienced in Chicago or in Bronzeville specifically. Sorry this is such a hassle for you, I know it is SO frustrating! Make sure you are calling the new business line and that your GC and your electrician are familiar with getting a drop for a new service, it can sometimes be funky but it really shouldn't be this hard. Not sure if that helps you, feel free to DM me any questions and I will help if I can!