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Encino, CA

Licensed Electricians for Encino Homes and Businesses

Panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring and EV chargers for Encino homes, from our shop on Saticoy St in Van Nuys, about 4 miles away. We pull the LADBS permit and coordinate with LADWP, so you deal with one team from quote to inspection.

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Residential Electrical Services in Encino

Encino has hillside estates, classic 1950s to 1970s ranch homes and newer luxury builds. Many of the ranch homes still run on original 100 amp panels, and homes built between about 1965 and 1974 may have aluminum branch wiring. PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing focuses on the bigger jobs here: panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring and EV chargers. We also install lighting, dimmers, outdoor and landscape lighting and smoke detectors, handle repairs, and take on commercial work for offices and shops along Ventura Boulevard.

Larger Encino lots often need circuits for pool equipment, landscape lighting and outbuildings. Encino is part of the City of Los Angeles, so work is permitted by LADBS and powered by LADWP. Our shop is at 16735 Saticoy St in Van Nuys, about 4 miles north of Encino, and we cover the whole San Fernando Valley. Not sure what a symptom means? Our guide to 15 common electrical problems explains what each one usually points to.

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What Encino Homeowners Call Us About

Most of our Encino calls fall into four kinds of jobs.

Electrical Panel Upgrades

Many Encino ranch homes from the 1950s through the 1970s still have their original 100 amp panels. We check your load, size the new service, usually to 200 amps, and handle the LADWP service steps and the LADBS permit. For budgeting, see what an electrical panel upgrade costs in Los Angeles.

Whole-Home Rewiring

Encino ranch homes from the 1950s through the 1970s often still have ungrounded circuits, and homes built between about 1965 and 1974 may have aluminum branch wiring that loosens at connections. Hillside homes and large additions add long circuit runs. We rewire the whole house or the worst circuits, repair aluminum connections or replace them with copper, pull the LADBS permit and meet the inspector. See our wiring repair and rewiring service.

EV Charger Installation

We install Level 2 chargers for most makes, including Tesla Wall Connectors, on a dedicated circuit sized for the charger. LADWP offers a residential EV charger rebate for a qualified Level 2 charger installed by a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with a permit, and we provide the permit paperwork.

Remodel and ADU Wiring

Kitchen remodels, garage conversions and ADUs need new circuits, often a subpanel and sometimes a larger service before they can pass inspection. We plan the wiring with your contractor or designer, pull the LADBS permit and meet the inspector. See the signs your home needs whole-house surge protection.

How It Works

Four simple steps from your first call to a finished, inspected job.

1. Call or Request a Quote

Call (323) 616-2829 or send the form. We ask a few questions and set a time to look at the job.

2. Written Price

A licensed electrician checks the work on site and gives you the scope and the price in writing before anything starts.

3. Permit and Work

We pull the LADBS permit, coordinate with LADWP when the service changes, and complete the work to code.

4. Inspection and Warranty

We meet the inspector, test everything, and back the job with our 2-year labor warranty.

Encino Permits and LADWP

Encino is part of the City of Los Angeles, so homes get power from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and electrical permits come from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS).

LADBS Electrical Permits

Panel upgrades, new circuits, rewiring and hard-wired EV chargers need an LADBS electrical permit. We apply for it.

LADWP Service Changes

When the main service gets bigger, LADWP handles the disconnect, reconnect and meter. We coordinate it with the utility.

City Inspection

An LADBS inspector checks permitted work. We book the inspection and meet the inspector on site.

LADWP EV Rebates

LADWP runs a residential EV charger rebate for a Level 2 charger installed by a licensed C-10 contractor with a permit. Amounts are set by LADWP.

Our Services

Related Electrical Services

Encino homeowners also call us for standby generator installation, whole-house surge protection, GFCI outlets and new outlet circuits, ceiling fans, and aluminum wiring replacement in homes built from about 1965 to 1974. PowerRoute is licensed, bonded and insured, CA License #1136300.

Plumbing

Plumbing Services in Encino

Our plumbers work out of the same Saticoy St shop in Van Nuys and cover Encino too. We handle repiping, water heater installation and sewer line repair. See all of our plumbing services.

Service Coverage

Serving Encino Neighborhoods

We work across Encino, from the hillside homes of Encino Hills and Royal Oaks to Lake Encino, Amestoy Estates and the blocks north of Ventura Boulevard, out to Los Encinos State Historic Park and Lake Balboa Park in the Sepulveda Basin. Encino sits between Tarzana, Sherman Oaks and Van Nuys, with the 405 and 101 meeting at its east edge.

Nearby Areas We Serve

PowerRoute also serves the cities around Encino.

Why Homeowners in Encino Choose PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing

Licensed and Experienced Electricians

Licensed professionals with hands on experience in residential electrical systems.

Honest Recommendations Without Unnecessary Upselling

Straightforward advice, so you only pay for the work your home needs.

High Quality Workmanship

Careful attention to detail and installations built to last.

Code Compliant Installations

Every job follows the California Electrical Code and passes LADBS inspection when permitted.

Clean and Organized Job Sites

We protect your floors, keep a tidy workspace and clean up after the job.

Reliable Scheduling

Prompt arrivals, clear communication and dependable service windows.

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See why homeowners throughout Encino and nearby communities choose PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing.

    
 
 
      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Albert and his whole team is tremendously great. They have done a few different projects for me which were big and small. Each time I have called them they have responded quickly and with more than fair pricing. From pulling electrical permits from the city to installing GFCI receptacles, Albert does it all.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Albert and his team are very professional in how they handle there work and they always provide me with great service for a fair price. But there attention to detail and professional approach to business is what I appreciate most. Albert and his crew are my go too for all electrical needs weather at my business or home.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great team, Albert and his guys always bring me peace of mind!
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I haven’t personally hired PowerRoute Electric for their services, but I’ve worked alongside them on several jobs over the past year and a half before it was out to the public. From what I’ve seen firsthand, they take their work seriously. They show up on time, communicate clearly, and put effort into getting the job done right. Their team is respectful and seems to care about doing things the right way, not just the fast way. They’re not perfect—no company is—but they’ve consistently shown up and done what they said they would, which goes a long way in this line of work.
If you’re considering hiring them, based on what I’ve experienced working with them on-site, they’re reliable and professional. I’d trust them on a job of my own.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent experience with Power Route Electric! From the first call to the final installation, their team was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. They took the time to explain the process, answered all my questions, and completed the work efficiently and neatly. It’s clear they care about quality and customer satisfaction. I’ll definitely be using them again for future projects and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable electrical services!
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Power Route Electric ! Very professional and easy to work with. Albert is always going above and beyond for his clients anything you need he will always be there to help ! 10/10
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I shopped around for the best rate and service to install two generators. I found Powerroute Electric through a friend and have now referred them to 4 of our friends and neighbors. They are amazing and deliver great service and pricing.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Power Route was fast, efficient, organized and knowledgeable when working on solving my electrical issues. They went above and beyond by giving us a breakdown of what the cheaper option vs the best solution would look like in terms of cost and long term solution. Power Route was very transparent and delivered high quality work .
Fixed our flickering lights, our overload issues, provided a water heater solution and installed 2 car chargers. Everything is working great and we have not had an issue. Would definitely recommend.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great experience working with Power Route. Super professional, punctual, and the quality of work was excellent. They explained everything clearly and made sure the job was done safely and efficiently. Definitely my go-to for any electrical work from now on—highly recommend!
  
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   Guillermo Reyna 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 3 EV Charger upgrades and wiring were completed along with Retrofitting of exterior and interior lighting for our campus was recently completed by PowerRoute Electric.
Albert and his technicians were extremely helpful and professional from start to finish. Great communication and punctual. They completed the scope of work on time and we’re very neat during the process. Everyone is happy with the improvements and their work! Thank you PowerRoute Electric for making this a seamless process and working around our schedules to minimize classroom interruptions.
  
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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about electrical services in Encino.

Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade or EV charger in Encino?

Yes. Panel replacements, service upgrades, new circuits and hard-wired EV chargers need an electrical permit and inspection from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). We apply for the permit and book the inspection.

Who is the electric utility in Encino?

Encino is in the City of Los Angeles, so the utility is the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP). Service upgrades and rebates follow LADWP's rules.

Does LADWP offer an EV charger rebate?

Yes. LADWP offers residential customers a rebate on a qualified Level 2 home charger installed by a licensed C-10 contractor with a permit, with more for income-qualified customers. Amounts and terms are set by LADWP and can change, so check the current program on LADWP's website.

How do I know if my electrical panel is undersized or overloaded?

Common signs include breakers that trip often, lights that dim or flicker when large appliances turn on, and heat or buzzing at the panel. We check the load and tell you whether an upgrade is needed.

Can you wire a kitchen remodel or ADU in Encino?

Yes. We plan the new circuits, add a subpanel or larger service when the load needs it, pull the permit and meet the inspector.

Can you connect multiple high power appliances to a single circuit?

No. High-power appliances need their own dedicated circuits. Sharing one circuit creates a fire hazard and causes the breaker to trip.

Does my Encino home have aluminum wiring?

Homes built between about 1965 and 1974 may have aluminum branch wiring, which can loosen at connections over time. We inspect it and give you a written price to repair the connections or rewire in copper.

What areas near Encino do you serve?

All of Encino, plus Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Van Nuys, Studio City and the rest of the San Fernando Valley.

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Ready to upgrade your panel, add an EV charger or fix an electrical problem? Call us or request a free, no obligation estimate for electrical work in Encino.

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