When a permit is required
New circuits, service upgrades, tenant fit-outs, and most equipment installations require permits. Simple like-for-like fixture replacement usually doesn't. When in doubt, ask before work starts.
Who pulls the permit
Your licensed electrical contractor should pull the permit and schedule inspections. If a contractor asks you to pull the permit yourself, treat it as a red flag.
Why it matters
Unpermitted work can void insurance, block property sales, and force expensive rework. Inspections verify the work is safe and code-compliant.
What to expect
Trail Electric handles permits and inspection coordination on every commercial project. It's built into our process, not an extra headache for you.