Residential Energy Efficiency Upgrades in Glendale
From hillside homes in Chevy Chase Canyon to mid-century gems off Kenneth Road and modern condos near The Americana at Brand, Glendale residents live with a wide range of electrical demands. Shaffer Construction, Inc. helps you cut energy waste, lower monthly bills, and modernize comfort with tailored efficiency upgrades built for Glendale's climate and building stock. Our licensed electricians combine detailed energy assessments with smart controls, LED lighting, and monitoring systems that deliver measurable results—often within days. Whether you're prepping a panel for EV charging, taming summer cooling costs with smart thermostats, or adding occupancy and daylight sensors throughout, we design solutions around your home and lifestyle. Expect clean work, clear communication, and dependable performance you can see on your Glendale Water & Power bill.
Our Work
Benefits
Modern Solutions, Lasting Savings
We design upgrades that work today and scale tomorrow. That means smart panels or subpanels ready for EVs, whole-home energy monitoring (Sense, Emporia), and automations through platforms like Lutron Caséta or RadioRA 3. We integrate smart thermostats (Nest, ecobee) with occupancy and daylight sensors to fine-tune comfort. Load management devices and dedicated circuits prepare you for heat pumps, induction cooking, or battery storage later—without redoing wiring twice.
Permits and Local Compliance Expertise
Shaffer Construction navigates Glendale’s permitting from start to finish. We perform Title 24 lighting and control checks, complete load calculations, and submit clean plans to the City of Glendale Building and Safety Division. Our installations meet the California Electrical Code and Energy Code, including JA8-compliant high-efficacy lighting and required vacancy sensors where applicable. We coordinate inspections and provide as-built documentation, so passing final inspection is straightforward.
Proven Workmanship, Superior Materials
Our team uses commercial-grade dimmers and sensors, properly rated LED drivers, and JA8-listed lamps to ensure stable, flicker-free lighting. We choose copper conductors, THHN/THWN in conduit where required, and high-quality devices from Lutron, Leviton, and Eaton. Connections are torque-verified, circuits are labeled, and panels are balanced for even loading. Every upgrade is tested for function and safety—including GFCI/AFCI where needed—so your system performs reliably year-round.
Customized Home Energy Planning
We start with a room-by-room load and lighting analysis, then overlay your lifestyle: EV charging, home office hours, family schedules, and cooling patterns. We map existing circuitry, identify control groupings, and target the biggest savings first. Our proposals include product options, control strategies, and clear pricing. If HOA or historic review is required, we provide fixture cut sheets and control schematics to streamline approvals—so you get a plan that’s customized and actionable.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit in Glendale for energy efficiency upgrades like lighting and smart controls?+
Simple lamp or one-for-one fixture swaps may not need permits, but new circuits, panel changes, and many control system installs do. We review your scope and, when required, handle the City of Glendale Building and Safety permit and inspection process. Expect about 2–3 weeks for permitting, while most installations still complete in 1–5 days once approved.
Can you coordinate upgrades in my downtown Glendale condo with the HOA?+
Yes. We regularly work in condo buildings near Brand and Central. We provide cut sheets, control layouts, and insurance certificates for HOA approval, schedule work to minimize noise, and coordinate any required access to electrical rooms. Our retrofit strategies are designed to be clean and HOA-friendly while meeting Title 24 controls requirements.
How much can I realistically save on my Glendale Water & Power bill?+
Results vary by home, but LED lighting typically cuts lighting energy 60–80%, while smart thermostats can reduce cooling/heating 8–15%. Occupancy/daylight sensors often trim wasted lighting 20–30%. Many Glendale households see in monthly savings, with added benefits in comfort and reliability during summer peak periods.
Will LED upgrades flicker with my older dimmers?+
They can. Older dimmers often don’t match LED driver characteristics, causing flicker or limited dimming range. We specify dimmers tested with your chosen JA8 lamps or fixtures and set low-end trim during commissioning. Where circuits are long—common in hillside homes—we also check voltage drop and neutral integrity to ensure stable, flicker-free performance.
Are there Glendale Water & Power rebates for smart thermostats or efficient equipment?+
GWP periodically offers rebates for smart thermostats and other efficiency measures. Programs change over time, so we’ll help you check current eligibility, submit documentation, and ensure selected products meet program requirements. Even without rebates, the combined energy savings and comfort improvements often deliver a solid payback.
Can you plan efficiency upgrades alongside future EV charging or a generator?+
Absolutely. During the assessment, we complete load calculations and can add EV-ready circuits, load management devices, or smart panels. For generator-ready homes, we optimize essential circuits for reduced consumption, extending runtime. This integrated approach avoids rework and keeps your home prepared for future needs.
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