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Electrician in Burbank
Burbank's postwar ranch homes often have panels sized for the 1950s. Heat pumps, EV chargers and kitchen remodels usually mean more capacity is needed.
Common jobs in Burbank
- Electrical repair
- Panel upgrades
- Outlets and switches
- Lighting installation
- EV charger installation
- Emergency electrician
Postwar homes
Many homes still have 60A or 100A service. A load calculation shows whether you need an upgrade.
Utility
Burbank has its own utility, so service upgrades are coordinated with BWP.
Permits and utility
Burbank is its own city, separate from the City of Los Angeles. Electrical permits are issued by the City of Burbank's Building Division, and power is supplied by Burbank Water and Power (BWP). Your electrician normally pulls the permit and books the inspection.
Before you hire
Check the electrician's C-10 license on the CSLB website, confirm they work in Burbank, and get the quote in writing.
Before you call: three quick checks
- Check the panel. A breaker in the middle position, or flipped the other way from the rest, has tripped. Push it fully off, then back on.
- Reset GFCI outlets. Outlets with Test and Reset buttons protect kitchens, baths, garages and outdoor outlets. One tripped GFCI can cut power to several outlets.
- Unplug what is on the circuit. If the breaker trips again right away, leave it off and get it checked.
Smell burning, see sparks or feel heat at an outlet or panel? Turn the breaker off if it is safe to reach and do not use that circuit.