Residential Energy Efficiency Upgrades in Burbank

The City of Burbank typically requires permits for new circuits, recessed lighting additions, panel work, and similar electrical modifications. One‑for‑one fixture swaps may or may not require a permit, and smart thermostats alone usually don’t. We verify requirements with Building and Safety for your specific scope, secure necessary permits, and coordinate inspections to keep everything compliant.

BWP periodically offers rebates for qualified smart thermostats, efficient appliances, and other measures. Program details and eligibility change, so we help you identify qualifying products and provide installation documentation to support rebate applications. Utility incentives can offset 10–30% of eligible costs, improving project payback. We’ll discuss current options during your assessment.

Most energy efficiency upgrades install in 1–5 days, depending on scope. We work room‑by‑room, protect surfaces, and coordinate short power shutoffs to minimize disruption. Many homeowners comfortably remain in place during the project. If larger panel or subpanel work is needed, we’ll schedule it for a convenient window and communicate clearly about any downtime.

Yes. We specify JA8‑listed, high‑CRI, dim‑to‑warm LEDs and pair them with compatible, spec‑grade dimmers to eliminate flicker and buzzing. We also separate sensitive AV equipment onto dedicated circuits and balance loads to reduce interference. During commissioning, we test dimming curves and scene transitions to ensure smooth, quiet performance for media rooms and studios.

Absolutely. We evaluate existing feeders, voltage drop, and panel capacity, then design a right‑sized EV circuit (40A–60A) or subpanel to serve the garage. Where trenching is needed, we plan routes to minimize disruption and consider load management solutions to avoid costly service upgrades. We’ll deliver a code‑compliant, convenient charging setup tailored to your property.