Yes, replacing or upgrading an electrical panel in Los Angeles needs a
permit and a
city or county inspection, and usually
coordination with your utility for a disconnect and reconnect. Depending on the job, it can also require a load calculation, a single-line diagram and a site plan. Ready Electric handles all of it. Want help? See our
panel upgrades service.
Who Issues the Permit
| Where you live | Permit office |
|---|
| Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Silver Lake, Echo Park and other City of LA neighborhoods | LADBS |
| Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, South Pasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Alhambra, Monterey Park and other cities | That city’s building department |
| Altadena (unincorporated) | LA County Building and Safety |
Who Supplies Your Power
| Area | Utility |
|---|
| City of LA neighborhoods | LADWP |
| Pasadena / Glendale / Burbank | Pasadena Water and Power / Glendale Water and Power / Burbank Water and Power |
| South Pasadena, Alhambra, San Gabriel, Arcadia, Monrovia, Altadena and others | Southern California Edison |
For service upgrades, the utility disconnects and reconnects power and may need to approve the new meter location.
Want a licensed electrician to take a look? Ready Electric answers 24/7.
The Paperwork a Panel Upgrade Can Need
- The electrical permit
- A load calculation showing the new service size is justified
- A single-line diagram of the electrical system
- A plot or site plan when the meter or panel moves
- A meter spot request with the utility
- Any other documents the city or utility requires
The Steps, Start to Finish
- Site visit and load calculation
- Priced options
- Permit application and utility request
- Utility approval and scheduling
- Installation day, with a utility disconnect and reconnect
- City or county inspection
Ready Electric manages every step, so you deal with one company.
