ADU Electrical Services Los Angeles
Building an ADU? We handle all electrical work — subpanel, wiring, permits, and inspection. California EV-ready compliant.
Complete Electrical for Your ADU Project
Los Angeles ADUs require dedicated electrical service, proper circuit sizing, and California-compliant EV-ready parking. We handle every aspect of ADU electrical work.
⚡ Subpanel Installation
100A or 200A subpanel with properly sized feeder from your main panel. We handle the load calculation and panel selection.
🔌 Rough-In Wiring
Complete branch circuit wiring for kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living area, and exterior. All circuits sized per NEC code.
🏠 Finish Electrical
Light fixtures, outlets, switches, GFCI/AFCI protection, smoke/CO detectors, and final connections.
🚗 EV-Ready Parking
California requires EV-ready parking for new ADUs. We pre-wire a 240V circuit for future Level 2 charger installation.
ADU Electrical Installation
Plan Review
We review your ADU plans, calculate electrical loads, and design the circuit layout for optimal performance.
Permits
We pull the electrical permit with LADBS and coordinate with your general contractor on timing.
Rough-In
Subpanel, feeder, and all branch circuit wiring installed before drywall. Inspection scheduled at rough-in.
Finish & Final
After drywall, we install fixtures, outlets, and switches. Final inspection and certificate of occupancy.
ADU Electrical FAQ
What electrical work is needed for an ADU in Los Angeles? +
An ADU requires a dedicated subpanel (typically 100A), branch circuit wiring for all rooms, kitchen and bathroom circuits, HVAC wiring, smoke/CO detectors, lighting, and outlets. California also requires EV-ready parking for new ADUs.
How much does ADU electrical work cost in LA? +
ADU electrical costs range from $8,000-$20,000 depending on size and complexity. This includes the subpanel, rough-in wiring, finish electrical, and permits. We provide detailed estimates based on your ADU plans.
Do I need a separate permit for ADU electrical work? +
Yes. Los Angeles requires a separate electrical permit for ADU work. We handle the entire permitting process with LADBS and coordinate inspections at each phase.
Can my existing panel support an ADU? +
It depends on your current panel capacity. If you have a 100A panel, you'll likely need an upgrade to 200A before adding an ADU subpanel. We assess your main panel during the estimate.
How long does ADU electrical work take? +
Rough-in wiring takes 3-5 days for a typical 600-800 sq ft ADU. Finish electrical takes 1-2 days. Total timeline depends on construction schedule and inspection timing.
Get Your Free ADU Electrical Estimate
We'll review your plans, calculate loads, and provide a detailed electrical proposal — no obligation.
Call (818) 302-5614