Permits ensure that electrical work meets safety standards and complies with local building codes, protecting both property and occupants.

✅ We determine if a permit is required for your project.
✅ We handle all paperwork and submit the application.
✅ We ensure the work is up to code and schedule inspections.
✅ We finalize approvals so your project is legally compliant.

Typically, a licensed electrician (like us!) applies for the permit on behalf of the homeowner or business. Some towns may allow homeowners to apply if they are doing their own work.

Yes , We will provide you an invoice with the cost of the permit. This bill is seperate from the invoice of the work that will be provided.

Permit fees vary by town and the type of project. 

Most permits are valid for 6 to 12 months, depending on the town. If the project isn’t completed in time, you may need to request an extension.

Processing times vary by town but can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the project and town approval process.

Skipping a permit can lead to fines, insurance issues, failed inspections, and unsafe electrical work. It’s always best to obtain one before starting any major electrical work.

Yes! The town inspector will review the work to ensure it meets safety codes. If everything is correct, they will give final approval.

No, work must not start until the permit is approved, except for emergency repairs (which may require a permit afterward).

Once the inspection is passed, the town will issue a Certificate of Approval or Final Inspection Report, confirming the work is compliant.

Once the work is complete, you or your electrician must contact the town’s Building Department to schedule an inspection. Some towns offer online scheduling.

If the work doesn’t meet code, the inspector will provide a correction list. You must fix the issues and schedule a re-inspection before final approval.

If you change electricians during the project, a new permit application may be required, and the previous electrician must close out their permit.

Yes! Commercial electrical work often has stricter regulations, additional fire safety requirements, and may need multiple inspections.

Not usually. Simple replacements (outlets, switches, light fixtures) don’t require permits unless new wiring or circuit modifications are involved.

If you’re simply replacing an existing fan or light, a permit is not required. However, if you’re adding new wiring or circuits, a permit may be needed.

Yes. Any work involving a new electrical panel installation, service upgrade, or meter relocation requires a permit.

Yes. Standby generators (whole-home or commercial) require a permit, and in most towns, an inspection is needed before activation.

Yes. Running new wires, adding outlets, or installing new circuits in a home or business requires a permit.

Yes. Rewiring a house or replacing outdated electrical systems requires a permit and inspections to ensure safety compliance.

Yes. Installing an electric vehicle (EV) charging station requires a permit to ensure proper wiring and breaker compatibility.

Yes. Electrical work for pools, hot tubs, and spas must be inspected for proper grounding and bonding.

Yes. If a sign requires electrical connections (e.g., LED signs, storefront lighting), a permit is required.

Yes. Adding a sub-panel to distribute power in a garage, basement, or addition requires a permit.

Yes, for hardwired systems. If installing new smoke detectors, fire alarms, or security systems with hardwired connections, a permit is required. Battery-operated units do not need a permit.