Commercial Complete Electrical Rewiring in West Hollywood
Power your West Hollywood property with a fully modern, code-compliant electrical system designed for the demands of high-end retail, hospitality, and multi\u2011unit living. From the Sunset Strip's boutique hotels to showrooms near the Pacific Design Center and restaurants along Santa Monica Boulevard, our team delivers meticulously planned rewiring with minimal downtime and precise coordination. Shaffer Construction, Inc. specializes in commercial complete electrical rewiring that supports today's lighting controls, AV, kitchen equipment, EV charging, and building systems—while future\u2011proofing for tomorrow. We manage everything end\u2011to\u2011end: assessment, engineered design, permits, temporary power, phased installation, testing, and final inspection. Expect clear communication, clean worksites, and reliable timelines.
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Benefits
Future-Ready Wiring Solutions
We design rewiring to grow with your business. Our commercial systems include scalable panelboards and feeders, spare conduit paths, and networked lighting controls compatible with Title 24—think Lutron Vive, nLight, or Crestron. We integrate submetering and energy monitoring (CTs and gateways) to track usage by tenant or load, and we prewire for EV charging, solar-ready tie‑ins, and future battery storage. Surge protection, coordinated grounding, and robust bonding ensure sensitive AV, POS, and IT equipment operate reliably in demanding West Hollywood environments.
100% Code-Compliant Installations
Shaffer Construction manages the entire compliance process. We prepare code‑compliant plans aligned with the California Electrical Code (CEC), CALGreen, Title 24 Part 6 lighting controls, and NFPA 70E safety practices. Our team coordinates plan check and inspections with the City of West Hollywood Building and Safety Division and handles Acceptance Testing for lighting controls through certified testers when required. We also work within municipal work‑hour rules, HOA protocols, and SCE metering/service requirements—delivering a smooth, documented approval from start to finish.
Exceptional Workmanship Guaranteed
Quality is engineered into every run: copper THHN/THWN‑2 conductors in EMT with compression fittings, MC cable where appropriate, color‑coded phase identification, and labeled terminations per NEC. We torque‑verify lugs, megger‑test feeders and critical branch circuits, and thermal‑image panels under load before turnover. Panels include clear directories and arc‑flash warnings; grounding and bonding are upgraded to current standards. Materials come from trusted brands (Eaton, Square D, Siemens, Leviton, Lutron) to ensure longevity and easy serviceability.
Thorough Assessment & Design
Every project begins with a site‑specific assessment: load monitoring, circuit tracing, panel inventory, and code gap analysis. We design a phased plan to maintain operations—after‑hours cutovers for restaurants on Melrose, daytime work windows for offices near the Pacific Design Center, or floor‑by‑floor sequencing in condo/retail mixed‑use buildings. Dust control, protection of finishes, and precise scheduling are baked in. You’ll receive a clear roadmap, drawings, and milestones so tenants and staff know exactly what to expect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a commercial rewiring project take in West Hollywood?+
Timeline depends on size and occupancy. Small retail/office suites often take 5–10 days once permits are in hand. Restaurants, clubs, and larger tenant spaces typically run 10–15 days with after‑hours cutovers. Whole‑building rewires are phased by floor or stack, commonly spanning several weeks without extended shutdowns. Permits/plan check through the City of West Hollywood generally take 1–3 weeks.
Can our restaurant or retail space stay open during rewiring?+
In most cases, yes. We phase work area‑by‑area, install temporary power, and schedule cutovers after hours. Critical loads—refrigeration, POS, security, emergency lighting—remain energized while we rewire adjacent circuits. We provide daily schedules so staff can plan deliveries and service around our work windows in compliance with City work‑hour rules.
Do we need HOA or property manager approval for mixed‑use buildings?+
Most mixed‑use and condo properties require HOA or management approval for access, elevator use, and work windows. We supply scope documents, phasing plans, and insurance certificates, and we attend coordination meetings as needed. This streamlines approvals and ensures tenants receive advance notice of brief power interruptions during cutovers.
Will our existing panels and meters work with the new wiring?+
If existing panelboards and meter banks are safe, sized correctly, and code‑compliant, we can often retain them. However, many West Hollywood buildings need panel or service upgrades to handle modern loads such as kitchen equipment, AV, and EV charging. We evaluate capacity, short‑circuit ratings, and condition, then provide options, including SCE coordination where required.
How do you handle Title 24 lighting controls during rewiring?+
We design to Title 24 from the start, integrating occupancy/vacancy sensors, daylighting zones, multi‑level switching, and time‑based control. Our commissioning includes functional testing and, when required, Acceptance Testing by certified providers. This ensures code compliance and delivers real energy savings while maintaining the ambiance your space requires.
What does a commercial rewiring project typically cost?+
Costs vary by size and complexity. Small suites may range from the low tens of thousands; multi‑tenant or restaurant spaces often land mid‑five to six figures. Large, phased, mixed‑use or full‑building projects can exceed $100,000. After assessment, we present a detailed, line‑item proposal so you can align scope and budget confidently.
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