Transformer Box Wrap Program

SMUD transformer boxes are the green utility boxes you see along sidewalks, in courtyards and often on business properties. They take higher voltage electricity from SMUD’s distribution system and transform it to lower voltages appropriate for residential and commercial use.

One unwrapped transformer and one wrapped with fish

Why wrap a transformer box?

Wrapping transformer boxes can help deter graffiti as well as enhance the aesthetic environment of surrounding areas.

From Elk Grove to Citrus Heights, see a gallery of recent wraps currently on display in the Sacramento area.

Who can apply?

The following entities in SMUD's service area are eligible:

Businesses
Commercial property owners
Municipal agencies
Community organizations

Unfortunately residential transformer boxes are not eligible to participate in this program.

Program options

SMUD Design Gallery

SMUD offers a variety of pre-approved images for transformer box wraps. Please view our Design Gallery below to see the current selection of wrap images.

Please view the Design Gallery guidelines for eligibility requirements, responsibilities and how to apply.

If the application is approved, applicants must sign a wrap agreement with SMUD, which includes their responsibilities, before installation can proceed.

Custom Art

SMUD created the Custom Art program to encourage the use of local original artwork for transformer box wraps, to promote our local artistic communities and support public art initiatives. Please view the Custom Art guidelines for eligibility requirements, responsibilities and how to apply.

Applicants must download and use the artist consent form to provide documentation showing they have full rights and permissions from the artist for the use of their artwork.

If the application is approved, applicants must sign a wrap agreement with SMUD, which includes their responsibilities, before installation can proceed.

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