Meter stack installations and upgrades
Modern, space saving solutions for multi unit properties that allow individual metering.
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South Bay and Harbor
Electrician in Redondo Beach, California
Redondo Beach mixes postwar single family with a very large stock of townhomes and duplexes. Meter arrangements for two and three unit properties are the recurring question.
North Redondo filled with tract homes in the 1950s and 1960s, and since then many of those lots have been rebuilt as two unit townhomes. South Redondo near the pier and Riviera Village has older beach houses alongside apartment and condo complexes from the 1960s and 1970s. Golden Hills, on the slope near Palos Verdes Boulevard, has larger custom homes on hilly lots. Those three areas produce very different electrical calls.
Townhome owners who share a lot with one neighbor often want to change their own service without touching the other unit. Older condo and apartment buildings near the harbor ask about meter rooms and building service upgrades, sometimes prompted by HOA planning or insurance questions. In the remaining original North Redondo houses, the panel is usually the limiting factor for EV charging and AC, and 1960s brands insurers dislike still appear.
Morff Electric in Redondo Beach, 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 Redondo Beach
- 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 Redondo Beach
- Electric utility
- Southern California Edison
- ZIP codes
- 90277, 90278
- 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 Redondo Beach properties usually need
Meter stacks and multi unit service upgrades
Two and three unit properties and older condo buildings across Redondo Beach often need meter work and a service sized for every unit.
How we handle it →Panel and service upgrades
Original North Redondo tract homes were built on services that cannot support home charging and central air together.
How we handle it →EV charger installation
Townhome and condo owners here want charging in private or shared garages, which depends on unit panels and building capacity.
How we handle it →Insurance required panel replacement
Panels from the 1960s building boom in North Redondo still include brands that insurers question at renewal.
How we handle it →
Permits and utility
Permits and utility coordination in Redondo Beach
Electrical work in Redondo Beach is permitted through City of Redondo Beach, 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.
The City of Redondo Beach issues electrical permits, and Edison is the utility. For a townhome or condo building, Edison approves the meter layout and service size, and the work follows permit, Edison disconnect, city inspection and reconnect. HOA approval usually comes before the permit for common area meter rooms or exterior equipment, so the association's process belongs in the schedule.
Redondo Beach questions
Questions we hear in Redondo Beach
Start with an assessment of the existing service, meters and feeders, and a load calculation that includes likely future loads like EV charging. That tells the board whether new meters will do or a full service upgrade is needed. The design then goes to Edison and the city. We can prepare a written scope the board can use for bids and reserve planning.
In most side by side townhomes, each unit has its own meter and service, so yes. The catch is when both meters sit in one shared enclosure or the service lateral feeds both. Then an upgrade may need the neighbor's cooperation and a short outage for both units. We trace the service first so there are no surprises.
Electrical permits in Redondo Beach are issued by City of Redondo Beach. Morff Electric handles the permit application, the plan check where one is required, and the inspection scheduling as part of the job.
Redondo Beach 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 Redondo Beach
Neighborhoods we cover in Redondo Beach
North RedondoSouth RedondoRiviera VillageGolden Hills
ZIP codes served
90277, 90278
Everything we do
All eighteen services, available in Redondo Beach
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
Hermosa BeachManhattan BeachTorranceLawndalePalos Verdes EstatesRolling Hills EstatesHawthorneEl Segundo
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