Meter stack installations and upgrades
Modern, space saving solutions for multi unit properties that allow individual metering.
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Electrician in Artesia, California
Artesia is compact postwar housing with a busy commercial strip. Mixed use metering and older residential services are the two recurring items.
Artesia began as a dairy town settled largely by Dutch and Portuguese families, and incorporated in 1959 just before the dairies relocated. The housing left behind is mostly small one story homes from the 1940s through the early 1960s, mixed with duplexes, small apartment buildings and newer townhome infill on former farm lots. Original panels in these homes are usually 60 to 100 amps, and many have been extended with add on circuits over the decades.
Pioneer Boulevard is lined with Indian restaurants, sari shops and jewelry stores, the stretch known as Little India, and the older commercial buildings there often have tenant spaces that need separate meters and more capacity when a new business moves in. Residential owners call about service upgrades for air conditioning, rear units and remodels. Older panel replacements for insurance and resale come up regularly too, given the age of most Artesia homes.
Morff Electric in Artesia, at a glance
- Who
- Morff Electric Inc., a family owned C-10 electrical contractor based at 10316 Sepulveda Blvd #441, Mission Hills, CA 91345.
- Serving Artesia
- Panel and service upgrades, meter stacks for multi unit properties, whole home and partial rewires, knob and tube replacement, EV chargers, lighting, and troubleshooting.
- Permits pulled through
- City of Artesia
- Electric utility
- Southern California Edison
- ZIP codes
- 90701
- License
- CSLB #1033333, C-10 electrical, active. Bonded and insured.
- Phone
- (323) 945-3608
- Hours
- Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, emergencies any time
Common jobs
What Artesia properties usually need
Panel and service upgrades
Artesia's 1940s and 1950s homes on 60 to 100 amp services rarely support central air, remodeled kitchens or rear units without an upgrade.
How we handle it →Meter stacks and multi unit service upgrades
Older commercial buildings and small apartment properties in Artesia often need meter work when tenant spaces are divided or updated.
How we handle it →Insurance required panel replacement
Insurers reviewing Artesia's 1950s and early 1960s homes regularly ask about the original breaker panel, especially Zinsco and Federal Pacific units.
How we handle it →
Permits and utility
Permits and utility coordination in Artesia
Electrical work in Artesia is permitted through City of Artesia, and the service is energized by Southern California Edison. We handle the permit application, the plan check where one is required, the inspection scheduling and the utility coordination as part of the job.
Permits for Artesia addresses go through the City of Artesia's building program, and we confirm the submittal requirements for each job type before applying. Commercial meter splits along Pioneer Boulevard need Edison to approve the new meter arrangement first. Once the paperwork is in place, Edison shuts off power, we install, the inspector passes the work, and Edison restores service. Tenants get outage timing ahead of the shutdown.
Artesia questions
Questions we hear in Artesia
Possibly. Many older storefronts were wired for retail, and a commercial kitchen adds big loads from ovens, fryers, hoods and refrigeration. We check the existing meter and panel, calculate the load from your equipment list and tell you whether a panel upgrade, a new service or a meter split is required. Knowing that early avoids surprises during build out.
A 60 amp service is tight for any modern household, and it leaves no room for air conditioning or an EV charger. Insurers and lenders also look at it closely. Most owners upgrade to 200 amps, which covers today's loads with room to add later. We handle the Edison coordination and the permit.
Electrical permits in Artesia are issued by City of Artesia. Morff Electric handles the permit application, the plan check where one is required, and the inspection scheduling as part of the job.
Artesia is served by Southern California Edison. On a service upgrade or a meter stack the utility has to disconnect and reconnect the service, and Morff Electric coordinates that scheduling so the outage stays as short as possible.
Coverage
Where we work in Artesia
ZIP codes served
90701
Everything we do
All eighteen services, available in Artesia
Panel replacements and service upgrades
Replace outdated or overloaded panels with safe, code compliant service.
Learn more →Knob and tube wiring replacement
Safely remove outdated wiring still found in older homes, reducing fire risk.
Learn more →Whole home and partial rewiring
Upgrade your electrical system with new, code compliant wiring to improve safety.
Learn more →Permitting and city coordination
We handle all electrical permits, approvals and inspections with local utilities.
Electrical inspections and code compliance
Comprehensive inspections to ensure your system is safe, efficient and ready.
EV charger installations
Professional installation of electric vehicle chargers at your home, business or multi unit property.
Learn more →Recessed lighting installation
Clean, modern lighting solutions that brighten spaces while maintaining a sleek design.
Outlets and switches
Installation and replacement of outlets, switches and dimmers for convenience and safety.
Ceiling fan installations
Expert installation to improve air circulation, comfort and energy efficiency.
Range hood wiring and installation
Safe and reliable electrical connections for kitchen range hoods.
Doorbell system installation
From standard doorbells to smart systems, we install reliable entry alerts.
Bathroom exhaust fan installations
Properly wired exhaust fans to remove moisture and improve air quality.
Security system wiring and setup
Installation of security cameras, sensors and wiring to help keep your property safe.
Landscape lighting
Outdoor lighting solutions that highlight landscaping and improve curb appeal.
Parking lot and outdoor lighting
Installation, repair and LED upgrades for parking lots and exterior spaces.
Troubleshooting and electrical repairs
Fast, accurate diagnosis and repair of electrical issues.
Custom electrical design and consulting
Tailored electrical system planning for new construction and renovations.
Reviews
What customers say
“Easy going guys very knowledgeable fast and walked me through permits.”
Karen D. · Panel upgradeHomeAdvisor
“He does good work! And he was on time! Very professional!”
Natalie X.HomeAdvisor
“I would highly recommend them!”
Joel R.HomeAdvisor
Where we work
Nearby cities we also serve
Morff Electric covers 262 cities and neighborhoods across Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties, the Antelope Valley and the western Inland Empire. See the full service area.
Free estimates
Tell us what is going on. We will tell you what it takes.
No call center, no upsell script. We read every request that comes in and get back to you the same business day.
- (323) 945-3608Call or text. Emergencies answered any time
- morff.electric@gmail.comSend plans, photos or a scope
- 10316 Sepulveda Blvd #441, Mission Hills, CA 91345Get directions on Google Maps
Monday to Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
SundayBy appointment
EmergenciesCall any time