October 2025 EV Infrastructure Developments: NEVI Expansion, Global Adoption Milestones, and California’s $55M Fast Charge Initiative

Introduction

October 2025 marks a pivotal moment in America’s electric vehicle transformation, with significant developments spanning federal infrastructure programs, global adoption milestones, state-level incentives, and charging network expansion that directly impact property owners and businesses throughout Los Angeles. As a leading electrical contractor specializing in EV charger installation in Southern California, Shaffer Construction, Inc. closely monitors these rapid developments to ensure our clients remain positioned at the forefront of the electric transportation revolution. This month has delivered particularly consequential news—from the federal NEVI program gaining significant momentum across multiple states, to global EV sales reaching historic thresholds that signal mainstream adoption, California launching its largest-ever fast charging incentive program with an imminent application deadline, the United States charging infrastructure reaching critical mass while revealing substantial gaps that must be addressed, and Tesla’s Supercharger network achieving record expansion and usage that reinforces its dominant market position. For Los Angeles property owners, businesses, and developers, understanding these interconnected developments is essential for making strategic infrastructure investment decisions that will define competitive positioning for years to come. In this comprehensive analysis, we’ll examine five major stories shaping October 2025’s EV landscape and explore their direct implications for charging infrastructure planning throughout Southern California.

NEVI Program Momentum Accelerates with Multi-State Funding Awards and Federal Resilience

The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, often referred to simply as NEVI, has demonstrated remarkable momentum throughout October 2025, with multiple states announcing substantial funding awards and Pennsylvania achieving a historic milestone as the first state to receive “Full Build-Out Certification” from the Federal Highway Administration. Pennsylvania opened its 20th NEVI-funded fast charging station and announced plans to distribute up to $20 million in additional funding for approximately 24 new projects covering 1,000 miles of roadway, with the solicitation period opening October 7 and submissions closing January 30, 2026. This certification demonstrates that comprehensive buildout of highway corridor charging infrastructure is not only feasible but actively underway, providing a replicable model for other states pursuing similar objectives.

Beyond Pennsylvania’s leadership, multiple states announced significant NEVI funding awards during October 2025, reflecting the program’s nationwide expansion. Iowa announced awards for 28 charging stations along four major corridors, supported by $16.2 million in public sector funding matched by more than $5.6 million in private sector investment. The District of Columbia announced conditional awards for four charging stations funded by $1.3 million in federal resources with an equivalent $1.3 million match from recipients. Puerto Rico and Virginia simultaneously announced substantial programs: Puerto Rico awarded contracts to four companies for six total charging stations, while Virginia announced its second round of conditional awards supporting 35 new charging stations backed by $22.7 million in federal funding. Oregon announced conditional awards for 13 charging stations along three corridors, demonstrating the program’s reach from coast to coast and its adaptability to diverse geographic contexts ranging from dense urban areas to remote rural corridors.

Kentucky’s NEVI program recovery represents another significant success story. After recovering $17.8 million in previously awarded but unbuilt projects, Kentucky has now awarded 46 fast-charging stations from its $69.5 million total allocation, with five stations currently operational, three under construction, and expectations to have nearly 50 stations operational by the end of 2026. This demonstrates that even programs facing initial implementation challenges can achieve substantial progress through adaptive management and reallocation of resources to more viable projects. The $5 billion, five-year program launched in 2022 now has deployment plans approved for all 50 states, with 61 ports currently operational and approximately 2,500 additional ports in the development pipeline.

For Los Angeles businesses and property owners, the NEVI program’s momentum carries multiple implications. First, the federal investment in highway corridor charging infrastructure establishes a comprehensive intercity charging backbone that addresses range anxiety concerns and facilitates long-distance EV travel—a critical factor driving consumer confidence in EV adoption. As intercity charging becomes ubiquitous, local and destination charging at commercial properties, workplaces, and multifamily residences gains increasing importance as EV drivers seek convenient charging at their regular destinations rather than relying exclusively on highway infrastructure. Second, the private sector matching requirements embedded in NEVI funding demonstrate successful public-private partnership models that can inform state and local programs. California’s approach to EV infrastructure has consistently emphasized similar partnership structures that leverage public incentives to catalyze private investment.

At Shaffer Construction, we help Los Angeles clients navigate the complex landscape of federal, state, and local EV charging incentive programs, maximizing available funding to reduce upfront infrastructure costs while ensuring installations meet all technical requirements and compliance standards. Our comprehensive approach includes detailed site assessment to determine project eligibility for various incentive programs, preparation of grant applications and supporting technical documentation, coordination with utility companies on service upgrades and interconnection requirements, management of permitting and approval processes, and turnkey installation delivering fully operational charging infrastructure. Whether you’re considering your first charging installation or planning significant expansion of existing infrastructure, our team brings the expertise to identify applicable incentive opportunities and execute projects that capitalize on available funding while delivering long-term value and reliability.

Global EV Adoption Reaches Historic Threshold with 20 Million Sales Projected for 2025

Electric vehicle adoption worldwide has reached a transformative inflection point, with 6.5 million electric vehicles now operating on U.S. roads as of Q2 2025, representing 2.25% of total vehicles in operation and 9.5% of new light-duty vehicle sales during the second quarter. Global projections indicate electric vehicle sales will exceed 20 million units in 2025, with EVs accounting for one in every four new vehicles sold worldwide—a remarkable milestone that signals the transition from early adoption to mainstream market acceptance. This dramatic growth trajectory reflects converging factors including expanding vehicle model availability across all major segments, improving battery technology that extends range while reducing costs, maturing charging infrastructure that addresses convenience concerns, and increasingly stringent emissions regulations in major markets that accelerate manufacturer commitments to electrification.

Regional dynamics reveal significant variation in adoption patterns and growth trajectories. China continues to dominate the global EV market, accounting for nearly two-thirds of worldwide electric vehicle sales in 2025, followed by Europe at 17% and the United States at 7%. China’s leadership stems from aggressive government policies supporting EV manufacturing and adoption, substantial domestic battery production capacity, and a highly competitive domestic market featuring numerous manufacturers across all price segments. Europe’s strong performance reflects stringent CO2 emission standards that effectively mandate increasing EV sales shares, with the United Kingdom achieving nearly 30% EV sales share in 2024, up from 24% in 2023. Emerging markets including Vietnam, Thailand, and Brazil have experienced dramatic growth in EV sales over recent years, demonstrating that electrification extends beyond wealthy developed nations and increasingly encompasses diverse global markets.

Despite impressive sales growth, consumer sentiment in some markets reveals persistent hesitation that may constrain future adoption rates. In the United States, only 16% of adults report being “very likely” or “likely” to purchase a fully electric vehicle as their next car—the lowest percentage of EV interest recorded since 2019. This sentiment disconnect between market growth and consumer surveys suggests that actual EV adoption may be driven more by expanding vehicle availability, improving economics, and regulatory requirements than by enthusiastic consumer demand, at least in certain demographic segments. Addressing this sentiment gap requires continued focus on the factors that historically drive hesitation: charging infrastructure accessibility and reliability, vehicle range capabilities, upfront cost competitiveness, and education about total cost of ownership advantages that EVs deliver through reduced fuel and maintenance expenses.

For Los Angeles property owners and businesses, global EV adoption trends translate directly into local market dynamics and competitive positioning. California’s mandate requiring all new passenger vehicles sold in the state to be zero-emission by 2035 ensures that EV adoption will accelerate dramatically over the coming decade regardless of national trends. Properties lacking charging infrastructure face increasing risk of competitive disadvantage as EVs transition from specialty vehicles owned by early adopters to mainstream transportation serving all demographic segments. Multifamily residential properties equipped with charging amenities attract environmentally conscious tenants who increasingly view charging access as a baseline amenity comparable to Wi-Fi or parking. Commercial properties including retail centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues with charging stations enjoy increased customer dwell time and loyalty, as EV drivers preferentially patronize businesses where they can charge while conducting other activities. Workplace charging has emerged as a highly valued employee benefit that aids in recruiting and retention while demonstrating corporate commitment to sustainability.

Shaffer Construction specializes in helping Los Angeles property owners capitalize on accelerating EV adoption through strategic infrastructure investments scaled appropriately to current needs while incorporating expandability to accommodate future growth. Our design approach emphasizes modular systems that allow phased expansion as demand increases, avoiding the substantial costs associated with oversizing initial installations while preventing the even greater expenses of infrastructure replacement when inadequate capacity constrains expansion. We conduct comprehensive electrical system analysis to determine available service capacity, assess whether utility service upgrades will be required, evaluate optimal charging equipment locations considering accessibility and convenience, design conduit and wiring infrastructure sized to support future expansion, and develop long-term infrastructure roadmaps aligned with your property’s strategic planning horizons. From single-charger pilot installations to comprehensive charging plazas serving dozens of simultaneous vehicles, we deliver solutions positioned for success in California’s rapidly evolving electric transportation landscape.

California Launches $55 Million Fast Charge Program with October 29 Application Deadline

The California Energy Commission has launched what officials describe as “the biggest CALeVIP project ever”—a $55 million statewide incentive program offering up to 100% of project costs for DC fast charging infrastructure at publicly accessible sites, with applications due by October 29, 2025. Administered by the Center for Sustainable Energy, the Fast Charge California Project represents the first statewide CALeVIP initiative and provides unprecedented funding levels designed to catalyze rapid deployment of high-power charging infrastructure at strategic locations throughout the state. The program offers $55,000 per charging port for units delivering 150 to 274.99 kilowatts, and $100,000 per port for chargers exceeding 275 kilowatts, with maximum funding of $100,000 per port regardless of configuration.

Priority allocation favors projects in tribal areas, disadvantaged communities, and low-income communities—reflecting California’s commitment to ensuring that EV charging infrastructure expansion benefits all communities rather than concentrating in wealthy areas already well-served by existing infrastructure. Eligible locations encompass convenience stores, gas stations, retail centers, parking lots, and other high-traffic destinations where drivers naturally stop during daily activities or longer trips. To qualify for funding, projects must be “ready to build,” meaning applicants must have completed final utility service design and obtained all required permits before submitting applications. This readiness requirement ensures that awarded funds translate rapidly into operational infrastructure rather than supporting projects that may face lengthy development timelines or encounter unforeseen obstacles during permitting and utility interconnection processes.

The program’s timing creates both opportunity and urgency for Los Angeles businesses and property owners considering DC fast charging installations. The October 29, 2025 application deadline means that interested parties must move quickly to complete prerequisite site assessment, utility coordination, permitting, and engineering work required to demonstrate project readiness. For projects that successfully navigate these requirements, the potential to secure up to 100% funding for charging infrastructure represents an extraordinary opportunity to deploy high-value amenities with minimal upfront capital investment. DC fast charging infrastructure typically requires substantial electrical service capacity and sophisticated power electronics, resulting in project costs that can easily exceed $100,000 per charging port when accounting for electrical service upgrades, distribution infrastructure, charging equipment, installation labor, permitting, and utility interconnection fees. Incentive programs offering comprehensive cost coverage fundamentally transform project economics, making installations feasible that might otherwise face prohibitive upfront costs.

However, the readiness requirements create significant challenges for property owners unfamiliar with the complex processes involved in charging infrastructure development. Completing final utility service design requires detailed electrical engineering analysis, coordination with utility companies on service capacity and interconnection requirements, potentially lengthy review periods depending on utility workload, and iterative design refinement to address utility feedback and requirements. Obtaining required permits involves navigating local building department requirements, electrical code compliance verification, accessibility standard compliance, potential environmental review depending on site characteristics and local regulations, and fire department review for installations in certain locations. These processes can span months even under optimal circumstances, making it extremely challenging for property owners to complete all prerequisites before the October 29 deadline without immediate action and experienced professional support.

At Shaffer Construction, we provide expedited consulting and engineering services specifically designed to help Los Angeles clients meet aggressive timelines for competitive incentive program applications. Our fast-track project development process includes immediate site assessment to evaluate feasibility and identify potential obstacles, rapid electrical engineering and load calculations to support utility service design applications, coordination with utility companies to expedite interconnection review and approval, permitting services that navigate local requirements efficiently, and comprehensive application support including all required technical documentation. For clients whose projects can be brought to readiness before the October 29 deadline, we provide turnkey installation services delivering fully operational DC fast charging infrastructure. For clients whose timelines cannot accommodate the current program deadline, we provide strategic planning and development services positioning projects for future incentive opportunities, as California historically maintains ongoing commitment to infrastructure funding through recurring program cycles. Whether pursuing immediate program participation or planning for future opportunities, Shaffer Construction brings the expertise to navigate complex incentive programs while delivering reliable, compliant, high-performance charging infrastructure throughout Los Angeles.

U.S. Charging Infrastructure Reaches 217,929 Public Outlets While Revealing Critical Gaps

The United States charging infrastructure landscape presents a complex picture of substantial progress accompanied by persistent gaps that threaten to constrain future EV adoption. As of Q2 2025, the nation has 217,929 public charging outlets serving approximately 30 EVs per public charging port, but the National Renewable Energy Laboratory projects that more than 1 million additional public chargers—specifically 906,670 Level 2 and 124,401 DC fast charging ports—will be required by 2030 to adequately support projected EV adoption. Achieving this target requires installing an average of 513 chargers per day through 2030, a deployment pace that substantially exceeds current installation rates despite recent acceleration in infrastructure development.

Geographic distribution of charging infrastructure reveals significant inequities that create accessibility barriers for residents in underserved communities. While 64% of Americans now live within two miles of an EV charging station—a metric that superficially suggests reasonable accessibility—this average obscures substantial variation between well-served urban areas with high concentrations of charging infrastructure and underserved rural areas and lower-income communities where charging options remain limited. California leads all states with 22.9% EV registrations as a share of total vehicle registrations, followed by Colorado at 20.5%, with nine states plus the District of Columbia exceeding 10% EV registrations. This concentration of EVs in a limited number of leading states means that charging infrastructure investment has similarly concentrated in these markets, while states with lower EV adoption rates face a classic chicken-and-egg dilemma: limited charging infrastructure constrains EV adoption, while low EV adoption fails to generate sufficient demand to justify private sector infrastructure investment without substantial public incentive programs.

Charging infrastructure deployment rates have accelerated notably in 2025, with publicly available EV chargers increasing 12% through Q2 compared to 2024 levels, and 9,424 new public chargers added during the second quarter alone. This represents a ratio of 41 new EVs for every new public charging port—a metric that appears favorable but masks important nuances. First, the appropriate ratio of vehicles to public charging infrastructure depends heavily on access to residential charging, which remains the primary charging location for most EV owners who can install home charging equipment. Residents of single-family homes with dedicated parking and electrical service access can readily install home charging, reducing their dependence on public infrastructure except for long-distance travel. However, residents of multifamily housing without dedicated parking or residents lacking the ability to install home charging equipment depend much more heavily on public charging infrastructure, requiring higher density of public chargers to provide equivalent convenience and accessibility.

An emerging challenge threatens to undermine even optimistic infrastructure deployment scenarios: battery recycling capacity. China currently controls 80% of global battery recycling capacity, while the United States possesses less than 2% of worldwide recycling infrastructure despite being a major EV market. With approximately 100 million vehicle batteries projected to reach end-of-life over the next decade, inadequate recycling capacity creates both environmental concerns and supply chain vulnerabilities. Battery recycling could reduce primary mineral demand by 12% by 2040 according to industry projections, while also mitigating the environmental impact of battery disposal and reducing dependence on new mineral extraction. Developing domestic battery recycling capacity represents a critical complementary investment to charging infrastructure deployment, ensuring that the electric vehicle transition achieves genuine sustainability rather than simply shifting environmental burdens from tailpipe emissions to mineral extraction and battery disposal.

For Los Angeles property owners and businesses, the charging infrastructure gap represents both challenge and opportunity. The challenge lies in the reality that public charging infrastructure alone cannot adequately serve the projected EV population—private infrastructure at residential properties, workplaces, and commercial destinations must provide substantial charging capacity to complement public networks. The opportunity lies in competitive differentiation: properties that proactively deploy charging infrastructure gain advantages over competitors lacking these amenities, attracting tenants, customers, and employees who increasingly view charging access as an essential rather than optional amenity. Los Angeles, with its historically car-centric transportation culture and substantial multifamily housing stock, faces particularly acute charging infrastructure challenges that require coordinated public and private investment to address.

Shaffer Construction has served the Los Angeles market for decades, combining deep local knowledge with technical expertise in EV charging infrastructure installation. Our understanding of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power requirements, local building codes, parking and accessibility regulations, and the practical challenges of retrofitting charging infrastructure into existing properties positions us to deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions that avoid common pitfalls that can derail projects or result in costly redesign and rework. We serve diverse property types including multifamily residential properties requiring resident and guest charging access, commercial properties from small retail to major shopping centers, workplace campuses providing employee charging benefits, hospitality properties offering guest charging amenities, and fleet facilities serving commercial vehicle operations. Regardless of property type or project scale, we bring consistent commitment to quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction that has established Shaffer Construction as a trusted partner for Los Angeles property owners navigating the electric vehicle transition.

Tesla Supercharger Network Achieves Record Q3 Expansion with 54 Million Charging Sessions

Tesla’s Supercharger network continued its dominant market position throughout Q3 2025, with approximately 4,000 new Supercharging stalls opened globally during the quarter and 54 million charging sessions completed—representing a 31% year-over-year increase in usage alongside record network expansion. The third quarter saw 395 new sites opened featuring 3,262 stalls, plus 45 existing sites expanded by 381 stalls, 31 sites beginning expansion construction, 221 sites commencing initial construction, and 168 additional sites entering the planning phase. This sustained expansion pace, which amounts to one new Supercharger stall opening approximately every half hour, demonstrates Tesla’s continued commitment to charging infrastructure investment despite earlier reports suggesting potential slowdowns in deployment.

Usage statistics reveal the Supercharger network’s critical role in enabling Tesla’s vehicle operations and broader EV adoption. The 54 million charging sessions completed during Q3 2025 delivered approximately 1.8 terawatt-hours of energy, representing a 29% year-over-year increase that slightly trailed the 31% growth in session count—suggesting modest decreases in average energy delivered per session, likely reflecting improving vehicle efficiency and evolving usage patterns as the network matures. Average charging sessions delivered 33.3 kWh of energy, with average daily throughput per stall reaching 268 kWh distributed across an estimated eight charging sessions per stall per day. These utilization metrics indicate healthy network usage that justifies continued expansion investment while suggesting that existing sites are not yet saturated to levels that would impede user experience through excessive wait times or unavailable charging stalls.

Q3 2025 brought several notable Supercharger network milestones beyond raw expansion numbers. Tesla reached 3,000 Supercharging stations installed across North America, establishing comprehensive coverage throughout the continent with few remaining gaps in the network. The company launched its first “true” V4 Supercharging station featuring both V4 charging stalls and upgraded power cabinets capable of delivering 500 kilowatts to compatible vehicles—a substantial increase from the 250-kilowatt maximum of previous V3 technology. While current Tesla vehicles cannot yet utilize the full 500-kilowatt capability, the infrastructure prepares the network for future vehicle generations that will support higher charging rates. Tesla also introduced the Supercharger for Business program, allowing third-party property owners to host Supercharger installations, and opened the first Tesla Diner Supercharging site, combining retro-futuristic dining with high-power charging in a unique destination concept.

Tesla’s decision to open the Supercharger network to non-Tesla electric vehicles through the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector—now adopted by virtually all major automakers for future vehicle models—fundamentally transforms the charging infrastructure landscape. As non-Tesla vehicles increasingly access Supercharger locations through NACS compatibility or adapter hardware, the network’s importance extends far beyond serving Tesla’s proprietary ecosystem to becoming a crucial element of national charging infrastructure serving all EV brands. This transition creates opportunities for properties hosting Supercharger installations to attract customers driving diverse EV brands rather than only Tesla owners, potentially increasing utilization and revenue while providing a valuable service to the broader community.

For Los Angeles property owners, Tesla’s Supercharger expansion and NACS adoption carry multiple implications. First, the Supercharger network sets user experience standards that shape consumer expectations for all charging infrastructure—including reliability, charging speed, payment convenience, and site amenities. Properties installing charging infrastructure should aspire to match Supercharger user experience standards to ensure positive reception from EV-driving tenants, customers, and employees. Second, the Supercharger for Business program creates opportunities for qualifying properties to host Tesla-owned and operated charging infrastructure, potentially generating site lease revenue while providing charging amenities without direct capital investment. However, hosting third-party charging infrastructure requires careful evaluation of site requirements, revenue sharing arrangements, operational responsibilities, and long-term commitments before proceeding. Third, NACS standardization means that charging infrastructure investments made today should prioritize NACS compatibility to ensure continued relevance as the connector standard achieves dominance across all EV brands.

At Shaffer Construction, we install charging equipment from all major manufacturers and remain technology-agnostic in our recommendations, focusing instead on identifying solutions that best serve each client’s specific requirements, site characteristics, budget parameters, and strategic objectives. We provide detailed comparative analysis of available charging equipment options, evaluating factors including charging speed capabilities, network connectivity and management features, payment processing integration, NACS compatibility and future connector standards, warranty coverage and expected service life, manufacturer reputation and market presence, and total cost of ownership including equipment, installation, and ongoing operating expenses. Our recommendations reflect comprehensive analysis rather than manufacturer relationships or preferred vendor arrangements, ensuring that you receive objective guidance aligned with your interests rather than our convenience. Whether you’re considering Tesla Wall Connectors for workplace charging, ChargePoint or EVgo networked stations for commercial applications, or any other charging solution, Shaffer Construction brings the expertise to evaluate options and execute installations that deliver long-term value and performance.

Conclusion

October 2025’s developments in electric vehicle infrastructure reveal an industry experiencing simultaneous acceleration and growing pains, achieving record deployment rates and usage levels while confronting persistent gaps that threaten to constrain future adoption. The NEVI program’s multi-state momentum demonstrates that comprehensive highway corridor charging buildout is not only feasible but actively underway, establishing the intercity infrastructure backbone essential for long-distance EV travel. Global EV adoption reaching the threshold of one in four new vehicles sold worldwide signals the transition from niche market to mainstream acceptance, though regional variation and persistent consumer hesitation in some markets suggest that continued infrastructure investment and consumer education remain essential. California’s $55 million Fast Charge program represents the state’s largest single infrastructure incentive initiative and creates extraordinary opportunities for property owners who can meet aggressive readiness requirements before the October 29 application deadline. The growing gap between existing U.S. charging infrastructure and projected 2030 needs underscores the critical importance of private sector investment complementing public programs, while Tesla’s record Supercharger expansion demonstrates the continued viability of network-operated charging business models and sets user experience standards that influence consumer expectations across all charging providers.

For property owners, businesses, and developers throughout Los Angeles, these interconnected developments create a compelling strategic imperative: proactive charging infrastructure investment positions properties for success in California’s electric future, while delayed action risks competitive disadvantage as EVs transition from specialty vehicles to mainstream transportation serving all demographic and economic segments. The convergence of California’s 2035 zero-emission vehicle mandate, expanding EV model availability across all vehicle segments, improving battery technology extending range while reducing costs, maturing charging infrastructure addressing convenience concerns, and increasingly stringent emissions regulations ensures that EV adoption will accelerate dramatically over the coming decade regardless of short-term market fluctuations or political developments.

Properties equipped with reliable, high-quality charging infrastructure gain multiple competitive advantages. Multifamily residential properties with charging amenities attract environmentally conscious tenants, command rent premiums, reduce vacancy rates, and demonstrate forward-thinking property management that appeals to quality renters. Commercial properties including retail centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues with charging stations enjoy increased customer dwell time and loyalty, as EV drivers preferentially patronize locations where they can charge while conducting other activities. Workplace charging has emerged as a highly valued employee benefit that aids in recruiting and retention while demonstrating corporate environmental commitment. Fleet facilities equipped with adequate charging capacity enable commercial vehicle electrification that reduces operating costs while meeting increasingly stringent emissions requirements. Properties lacking charging infrastructure face growing risk of obsolescence as charging access transitions from differentiating amenity to baseline expectation.

The complex landscape of federal, state, and local incentive programs creates opportunities to substantially reduce upfront infrastructure costs for property owners who successfully navigate program requirements. However, these programs typically feature aggressive timelines, detailed technical requirements, and competitive application processes that favor applicants with professional support and prior experience. California’s current $55 million Fast Charge program exemplifies both the opportunities and challenges: unprecedented funding levels offering up to 100% cost coverage for qualifying projects, but readiness requirements and tight deadlines that create substantial barriers for property owners lacking immediate access to engineering, permitting, and utility coordination expertise.

Shaffer Construction, Inc. has served Los Angeles property owners for decades, combining deep local market knowledge with specialized expertise in EV charging infrastructure installation and incentive program navigation. Our comprehensive service model encompasses every aspect of charging infrastructure development from initial feasibility assessment through final commissioning and ongoing support. We conduct detailed site evaluation to determine available electrical capacity, assess required utility service upgrades, identify optimal charging equipment locations, and develop preliminary project scopes and cost estimates. Our engineering team prepares detailed electrical designs, load calculations, and utility interconnection applications meeting all technical standards and regulatory requirements. We manage permitting processes with local building departments, coordinate utility service upgrades and interconnection reviews, and serve as single-point-of-contact throughout project development and construction. Our installation teams deliver turnkey charging infrastructure with minimal disruption to ongoing property operations, ensuring quality craftsmanship and code compliance throughout every installation. We provide ongoing support including equipment commissioning, user training, maintenance coordination, and troubleshooting assistance to ensure your infrastructure delivers consistent performance throughout its operational life.

Whether you’re considering your first charging installation, planning expansion of existing infrastructure, evaluating participation in incentive programs, or exploring emerging technologies for specialized applications, Shaffer Construction is your partner in building Los Angeles’s electric future. Our team combines technical expertise with practical experience gained through hundreds of charging infrastructure installations serving diverse property types and applications. We understand the unique challenges facing Los Angeles property owners, from LADWP interconnection requirements to local building codes, parking regulations, and the practical complexities of retrofitting infrastructure into existing properties with space constraints and electrical limitations. Our commitment to quality, transparency, and customer satisfaction has established Shaffer Construction as a trusted partner for property owners navigating the electric vehicle transition.

Contact us today at 323-642-8509, email us at [hello@shaffercon.com](mailto:hello@shaffercon.com), or visit shaffercon.com to discuss your EV charging infrastructure needs and explore how we can help position your property for success in California’s electric future. Together, we’ll develop solutions tailored to your specific requirements, budget parameters, and strategic objectives—delivering reliable, future-ready charging infrastructure that serves your needs today while accommodating tomorrow’s growth. The electric vehicle revolution is accelerating throughout Los Angeles and Southern California. The question is not whether your property will eventually require charging infrastructure, but whether you’ll proactively position yourself to capitalize on this transition or reactively scramble to catch up as competitors gain first-mover advantages. Let Shaffer Construction help you choose the path of strategic leadership rather than reactive followership—one expertly installed, highly reliable charger at a time.