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Dedicated circuits in Portland, OR

Dedicated circuits prevent nuisance tripping, overheating, and mystery faults—especially when you add continuous loads like Level 2 EV charging.

Licensed & insured (OR / WA)
Permits + inspections coordinated
EV-ready load assessments
Written estimates before work

Common installs

  • Level 2 EVSE circuits
  • Garage and shop circuits
  • Heat pumps and mini-splits
  • Induction range circuits
  • Hot tubs and saunas
  • Home office / server circuits

What to expect

We evaluate load, plan routing (attic, crawl, surface conduit, trenching when needed), pull permits when required, and coordinate inspection closeout. Breakers are labeled before we leave.

FAQs

Do EV chargers need a dedicated circuit?

Yes—Level 2 EVSE is installed on a dedicated circuit sized to the equipment and continuous-load rules.

What if my panel is full?

Sometimes we can rearrange or add a subpanel; other times a panel upgrade is the right fix. You’ll get options.

EV charger installation →

Adding a high-load appliance?

Tell us what you’re powering—we’ll size the circuit and route it cleanly.