Meter stack installations and upgrades
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Central Los Angeles
Electrician in Jefferson Park, California
Jefferson Park is early twentieth century bungalows with added rear units. Original 60 amp services and unpermitted add on wiring are the two things we correct most.
Most of Jefferson Park was built between about 1905 and 1920, when streetcars on Jefferson and Adams opened the area to middle class buyers. The result is roughly 2,500 homes, mainly Craftsman bungalows, on about fifty blocks between Adams and Exposition, Western and Crenshaw. Jefferson Boulevard adds brick warehouses, older storefronts and churches. After World War II, Creole families from Louisiana settled along Jefferson, and many lots were later split up with rear units and duplexes.
Bungalows from that era were wired with knob and tube, and many still have some of it live in the attic or walls, connected to newer circuits added over the decades. We often find original 30 or 60 amp services, a rear unit fed through an extension cord style run, and garage conversions with no permit history. Owners call when insurance or a lender flags the wiring, when they want to legalize a rear unit, or when a restoration opens the walls.
Morff Electric in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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
- 90018
- 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 Jefferson Park properties usually need
Whole home rewiring and knob and tube replacement
Jefferson Park's 1905 to 1920 Craftsman bungalows often still have knob and tube in attics and walls, tied into later circuits.
How we handle it →Panel and service upgrades
Original 30 and 60 amp services in Jefferson Park cannot support a modern kitchen and AC, let alone an added rear unit.
How we handle it →Meter stacks and multi unit service upgrades
Jefferson Park lots with a bungalow and rear units commonly need separate meters to legalize the units and divide the load.
How we handle it →
Permits and utility
Permits and utility coordination in Jefferson Park
Electrical work in Jefferson 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.
Jefferson Park is within the City of Los Angeles, which means LADBS permits and LADWP power. Part of the neighborhood is in the Jefferson Park historic preservation overlay zone adopted in 2011, so visible exterior changes such as a relocated meter may need review. Permits for legalizing rear units bundle the electrical with the rest. The job moves through the permit, an LADWP outage, the electrical work, the LADBS inspection and then LADWP reconnecting.
Jefferson Park questions
Questions we hear in Jefferson Park
It can be, if the service is sized for both units, the feeder is properly installed, and the rear unit was permitted. Many were not. We check the feeder, the panel and the load, and if the unit is being legalized, we usually recommend a new service with a separate meter for the rear unit so each household has its own panel and bill.
Yes. Rewiring is mostly hidden work, done through attics, crawlspaces and small wall openings. We can reuse original switch locations, install period style switch plates, and keep exterior work minimal, which matters inside the HPOZ. The goal is a safe, modern system that does not change how the house looks.
Electrical permits in Jefferson 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.
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Park
ZIP codes served
90018
Everything we do
All eighteen services, available in Jefferson 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