Information for Developers

MainPower's knowledge and experience enables us to assess the capabilities of the existing network, your needs and your proximity to existing connection points in order to plan the most economical way of servicing your development within network and local body requirements.

MainPower has their own in-house engineering and design facilities and can provide a complete design service for clients such as developers, consultants, surveyors and property owners.

Whether the subdivision is reticulated overhead, underground or a combination of both MainPower has the resources and capabilities to meet your needs.

Our team is experienced in working in all conditions from suburban streets to rugged remote areas. For supply into sub-divisions, please click here.

Power Supply

Whatever the size or complexity of your power supply requiremets MainPower can design, engineer, seek approvals, construct and offer a complete one stop package.

Our team is experienced at scoping your requirements, designing the most cost effective solutions, negotiating with the applicable regulatory bodies, coordinating other services, sourcing equipment, supervising construction and all the matters requiring good project management.

Services include:

• Rural and lifestyle developments
• Service mains to houses and commercial facilities
• Underground and overhead supply options
• Complete packages including trenching, installation of water and telecom services
• Construction of on-site transformers and sub stations
• Construction and installations of mains switchgear

 Subdivisions

MainPower offers a concept and completion package for subdivisions. The package includes:

• Design
• Approvals
• Construction
• Livening
• Completion

We have developed a solid working relationship with key sub-dividers and civil contractors within the North Canterbury area.

MainPower has been involved in significant urban property developments within the North Canterbury region. Particular reference can be made to the following projects:

• Moorcroft subdivision Kaiapoi - a 210 lot subdivision developed over a 2-3 year time frame by Meadow Estates Limited
• Arlington Estates subdivision Rangiora - a 100 lot subdivision developed over a 6 month period for Suburban Estates
• The Oaks subdivision Rangiora - a 250 lot subdivision developed over a 6 month period for VB Properties Ltd
• Wigram subdivision Christchurch - a 240 progressive subdivision developed over a 3-4 year time frame for Ngai Tahu Properties Ltd
• Northbrook Waters subdivision Rangiora - a 60 lot gated subdivision developed over a 2 year time frame for Pattang Investments Ltd
• Ocean Ridge subdivision Kaikoura - a 75 lot subdivision developed over a 2 year time frame for RD Hughes Ltd. Additional stages are ongoing.

MainPower has developed a strategic working relationship with local District Council engineers and civil contractors.

MP Contracting Ltd - Pegasus