Commercial EV Charger Installation in Glendale

Power your property's future with reliable, code-compliant commercial EV charging—designed for Glendale's unique mix of retail, office, and multifamily spaces. From Brand Boulevard storefronts to towers near the Americana at Brand and Glendale Galleria, Shaffer Construction, Inc. delivers turnkey solutions that fit your site, budget, and timeline. We handle everything from load calculations and panel upgrades to permitting with the City of Glendale and coordination with Glendale Water & Power. Expect efficient installation, clean workmanship, and smart, scalable systems that serve tenants, employees, and customers—without disrupting day-to-day operations. Call or text (323) 642-8509 or email hello@shaffercon.com to get started.

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Benefits

Future-Ready Charging Solutions

We design commercial EV charging with the future in mind. Networked Level 2 stations with OCPP support, dynamic load sharing, and open APIs allow you to add ports without upsizing your service. We specify hardware with RFID/app access control, revenue-grade submetering, and cloud dashboards for usage and billing. Conduits are sized with expansion in mind, spare breakers and structured cabling are planned, and layouts anticipate ADA and fleet transitions. Our systems integrate with building management platforms and are ready for solar or battery storage when you are.

Permits and Full Compliance

Shaffer Construction manages permitting end-to-end: stamped one-lines, site plans, load calcs, and submittals to the City of Glendale Building and Safety Division. We build to the California Electrical Code (based on NEC Article 625 for EVSE), Title 24 energy requirements, and CALGreen EV-ready provisions for nonresidential sites. Our team coordinates inspections, addresses plan check comments promptly, and ensures ADA/CBC accessibility and signage are met. We also liaise with Glendale Water & Power when service upgrades or metering changes are required.

Unmatched Workmanship and Reliability

We install with premium, code-compliant materials: copper THHN/THWN-2 conductors, EMT/RMC conduit as conditions require, NEMA 3R/4X enclosures for outdoor durability, and steel bollards for protection. Circuits are sized at 125% of continuous EV loads, conductors are derated for Glendale’s heat, and all terminations are torqued to manufacturer specs. We label panels and circuits for easy maintenance, perform insulation resistance tests, and commission every charger to verify connectivity, billing, and safety functions.

Customized Strategy and Planning

Every site starts with a detailed assessment: survey of electrical rooms, panel schedules, existing load, and parking patterns. We develop one-line diagrams, conduit routing, and parking layouts with ADA-compliant EV spaces and signage. Coordination includes traffic control within active garages, off-hours construction windows, and phasing to keep stalls available. You’ll receive a clear plan set, equipment cut sheets, and a schedule that aligns with your business operations and tenant needs.

What We Offer

We offer turnkey commercial EV charging solutions tailored to Glendale’s properties and operations. Common tasks we handle include:

On-site electrical load calculations per NEC/CEC and demand profiles
Charger selection (networked Level 2) with OCPP, RFID/app access, and billing
Panel and service capacity reviews, upgrades, and meter coordination with Glendale Water & Power
Conduit design and installation (EMT/RMC), core drilling, and firestopping for garages
Dedicated 40–50 amp circuits with NEMA 14-50 or hardwired connections
ADA-compliant EV space layout, striping coordination, signage, and bollard installation
Thermal derating and conductor sizing for Glendale’s summer conditions
Network setup, commissioning, and cloud portal configuration for usage/revenue
Load management programming to avoid demand spikes and defer upgrades
Pedestal and wall-mount installations, cable management, and protective hardware
As-builts, labeling, and O&M documentation for property managers
After-hours or phased installations to minimize tenant/visitor disruption
Preventive maintenance plans, inspections, and rapid troubleshooting
Compliance submittals, plan check responses, and inspection coordination
Future-proofing with spare conduits, breakers, and scalable layouts

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for commercial EV chargers in Glendale?+

Yes. The City of Glendale Building and Safety Division requires electrical permits for commercial EV charging, and plan check is typical for multi-unit installs. We prepare one-line diagrams, site layouts, and load calcs, submit on your behalf, and coordinate inspections. If service upgrades or metering changes are needed, we also coordinate with Glendale Water & Power.

How long does a commercial installation take in Glendale?+

Most commercial projects install in 1–2 weeks once permits are issued. Allow 2–3 weeks for plan check and permitting, depending on scope and completeness of drawings. Larger systems or service upgrades may extend timelines slightly. We can schedule off-hours work to reduce disruption and keep parking access available.

Can my existing electrical panel support multiple chargers?+

It depends on your building’s load profile and spare capacity. We perform NEC/CEC load calculations, review actual demand, and often implement smart load management to add more ports without a costly service upgrade. When upgrades are necessary, we’ll propose the most cost-effective path and coordinate with Glendale Water & Power.

Are there rebates or incentives in Glendale?+

Glendale Water & Power has periodically offered EV charging incentives for commercial customers. Availability changes, so we’ll help you check current programs and utility requirements, assemble documentation, and ensure your equipment and network meet eligibility criteria.

What about ADA and signage requirements for EV spaces?+

Commercial EV installs must meet ADA/CBC accessibility, including required counts of accessible EV charging spaces, proper access aisles, slopes, and clear signage. We design layouts to satisfy code while preserving circulation and usable parking. We also coordinate striping, bollards, and wayfinding to make spaces safe and intuitive.

Can we bill drivers and control access?+

Yes. Networked Level 2 stations support driver billing, RFID/app authentication, time-of-use pricing, and reporting. You can open chargers to the public, limit them to tenants or employees, or set different pricing by group. We configure the platform and train your team to manage it easily.

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