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Electrical Load Calculations

Expert load calculation for electrical safety

Before adding an EV charger, hot tub, or heat pump, it is essential to determine if your panel can handle the demand. Our professional load calculation for electrical systems provides the precise data needed to prevent overloaded circuits and fire hazards.

We perform detailed assessments using NEC (National Electrical Code) standards to ensure your home or business remains powered safely and efficiently.

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Capacity Analysis

Determining your current electrical usage vs. the total rated capacity of your service entrance.

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Permit Support

Providing formal electrical load calculations required by local building departments for remodels.

When Do You Need Electrical Load Calculations?

  • Installing a Level 2 EV Charger
  • Adding a hot tub, sauna, or HVAC system
  • Kitchen or basement remodels with new high-draw appliances
  • Frequent circuit breaker tripping
Load calculation for electrical
Load calculation for electrical

What We Provide:

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Site Inventory

Comprehensive logging of all existing appliances and significant electrical loads.

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NEC Calculation

Applying demand factors and code-specific formulas for 100% accuracy.

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Demand Analysis

Identifying peak usage periods to ensure your system never reaches a critical point.

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Upgrade Recommendations

Clear guidance on whether you need a subpanel or a full service upgrade.

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Certified Documentation

Signed reports ready for submission to your local building and safety department.

Why Choose Galaxy Electric & Solar?

  • Expertise in load calculation for electrical infrastructure
  • Precision data helps avoid unnecessary and expensive upgrades
  • Specialized in EV and Solar integration readiness
  • Serving Seattle and the Eastside for over 20 years
  • Fully licensed, bonded, and insured professionals
Electrical Load Calculations
Electrical Load Calculations

Service Areas:

  • Seattle (Green Lake, Interbay, Magnolia, Queen Anne)
  • Eastside (Kirkland, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Redmond, Sammamish, Issaquah)
  • North End (Bothell, Edmonds, Woodinville, Shoreline, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Lake Forest Park)

Need Reliable Electrical Installation?

Let Galaxy Electric & Solar power your next project with safe and precise electrical work. No shortcuts - just solid, smart solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

EV chargers add significant continuous load. A calculation ensures your existing service can handle that extra 40-60 amps without tripping the main breaker.

Yes. We use the standard or optional calculation methods defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC) to ensure legal and technical compliance.

Not necessarily, but it provides the only definitive proof of whether an upgrade is required. In many cases, a precise calculation shows that your existing panel has enough "headroom" for a new appliance, saving you thousands of dollars on an unnecessary service upgrade.