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Typical Timeline
- Day 1 — site visit, load calculation, written estimate (30–60 minutes)
- Week 1–3 — permit pulled with your city
- Install day — 3–5 hours on-site for a standard garage install; 6–8 hours if trenching or panel work is involved
- Inspection — city inspector visits within 1–2 weeks; we coordinate
What Causes Delays
Panel upgrades required first (adds 1–2 weeks), custom trenching, HOA approvals, and city plan-check queues. Every OC city has its own permit timeline — Newport and Laguna are typically slower than Anaheim or Brea.
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Family-owned since 1974. C-10 #1050793 Licensed, Bonded & Insured. Serving all of Orange County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the charger before inspection?+
Yes. Inspection confirms code compliance; the install is safe from the moment we energize the circuit.