Meter stack installations and upgrades
Modern, space saving solutions for multi unit properties that allow individual metering.
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San Fernando Valley
Electrician in Canoga Park, California
Canoga Park mixes older postwar housing with a heavy concentration of multi unit buildings, many of which still meter through original equipment. Individual unit metering is one of the most common reasons owners here call us.
Canoga Park started in 1912 as Owensmouth, named for its spot at the end of the Owens River aqueduct, and took its current name in 1931. Rocketdyne arrived in 1955, followed by other aerospace firms, and tracts went up for the engineers and machinists who worked there. Many of those houses still stand on the side streets off Sherman Way and Topanga Canyon Boulevard. The old downtown along Sherman Way, once known as Antique Alley, keeps small commercial buildings with services from several different eras.
Close to two thirds of households in Canoga Park rent. The apartment buildings that house them range from 1960s courts to large complexes from the 1970s and 1980s, and in many the meter stacks and unit panels have never been replaced. We hear from managers when a meter base fails, when an insurer asks for a panel brand, or when a buyer's lender requires repairs. Owners of single family homes call about garage conversions, EV chargers and Federal Pacific panels.
Morff Electric in Canoga Park, 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 Canoga Park
- 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
- LA Dept of Building and Safety
- Electric utility
- LADWP
- ZIP codes
- 91303, 91304
- 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 Canoga Park properties usually need
Meter stacks and multi unit service upgrades
Canoga Park apartment complexes from the 1960s through the 1980s often still run on original meter stacks and unit panels.
How we handle it →Insurance required panel replacement
Aerospace era tracts in Canoga Park commonly have Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels, which carriers ask owners to replace.
How we handle it →Panel and service upgrades
Canoga Park homes adding ADUs or converting garages usually need a service upgrade before the extra space can pass inspection.
How we handle it →EV charger installation
Apartment owners in Canoga Park are fielding tenant requests for EV charging, which starts with a review of house meter capacity.
How we handle it →
Permits and utility
Permits and utility coordination in Canoga Park
Electrical work in Canoga Park is permitted through LA Dept of Building and Safety, and the service is energized by LADWP. We handle the permit application, the plan check where one is required, the inspection scheduling and the utility coordination as part of the job.
On larger Canoga Park apartment complexes the new meter and service design goes to LADWP for approval before we order equipment, because meter counts and locations have to meet their requirements. After that approval, the LADBS permit is issued, LADWP shuts off the old service, and power returns once the inspector signs off. Commercial work along Sherman Way can also need LADBS plan check when the service size changes.
Canoga Park questions
Questions we hear in Canoga Park
In many cases, yes. Converting from a master meter to individual meters means a new meter stack sized for every unit, new feeders to each unit panel, and LADWP approval of the layout. It is a larger project, but it shifts electricity costs to tenants and gives each unit its own protected service. We start with a site walk to check wall space for the stack and routes for the feeders.
It depends on the new use. A retail shop may run fine on the existing service, while a restaurant, salon or small workshop often needs more capacity or three phase power. We review the existing panel and the tenant's equipment list, then design changes and handle LADBS permits and LADWP coordination. Many older Sherman Way buildings also have outdated panels worth replacing during the build out.
Electrical permits in Canoga Park are issued by LA Dept of Building and Safety. Morff Electric handles the permit application, the plan check where one is required, and the inspection scheduling as part of the job.
Canoga Park is served by LADWP. 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 Canoga Park
ZIP codes served
91303, 91304
Everything we do
All eighteen services, available in Canoga Park
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