Residential Electrical Troubleshooting Repairs in Altadena

Often it’s an overloaded circuit on older 15/20A runs in properties with well pumps and high-draw appliances. We confirm by measuring load and evaluating circuit sharing. If wiring and terminations are sound, we can re-balance loads, add a dedicated circuit for the well pump, or upgrade the breaker where appropriate. If we find heat-damaged conductors or loose neutrals, we repair those immediately and may recommend a panel evaluation.

Yes, both brands appear in 1960s–1980s homes throughout Altadena. They’re known for breaker performance issues and can be fire hazards. We can maintain them short-term (tightening, labeling, replacing weak breakers), but we strongly recommend panel upgrades for safety and reliability—especially in fire hazard zones or if you’re adding an EV charger. We handle the LA County permit and inspection and can complete most replacements in a day once permitted.

Yes. Properties in fire hazard zones require fire-rated materials, proper clearances from combustibles, and defensible space considerations for outdoor circuits and equipment. We ensure all repairs and upgrades meet these requirements and coordinate with LA County Building and Safety to verify compliance during inspections.

Many minor repairs (like-for-like device swaps) don’t need a permit. New circuits, panel work, and substantial rewiring do. LA County Building and Safety typically processes permits within 2–4 weeks. We file the paperwork, schedule inspections, and meet the inspector on-site so your project stays on track with minimal disruption.