Permit tracking software

Electrical permit tracking software for California contractors

Panel replacements, generators, EV chargers, service upgrades — InstaPermit automatically tracks every electrical permit type across every California jurisdiction so you always know where every job stands.

Los Angeles
San Diego
Orange County
Riverside
San Bernardino
What we track

Every permit type. Every jurisdiction. Automatically.

Electrical contractors in California deal with a wider range of permit types than almost any other trade. Panel replacements, generator installs, EV charger stations, service upgrades — each has different requirements, different review timelines, and often different building department portals depending on the city. InstaPermit pulls all your electrical permits automatically and tracks every status change until final resolution.

Panel replacement

One of the most common residential electrical permits in California. Track panel replacement approvals automatically across every jurisdiction.

Generator installation

Standby and portable generator permits. Know the moment your install is cleared to proceed — no phone calls needed.

EV charger

Level 2 and DC fast charger permits for residential and commercial installations. Growing fast across California.

Service upgrade

100A to 200A and 200A to 400A service upgrades tracked from submission to final inspection sign-off.

New circuits and rewiring

New circuit installations and rewiring permits tracked automatically across every California AHJ.

Meter and utility work

Meter upgrade permits and utility coordination tracked alongside your building department approvals.

California coverage

Every major market. One dashboard.

InstaPermit covers the five highest-volume permit markets in California — with more jurisdictions added every day.

Common questions

Everything you need to know about InstaPermit for your trade.

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Does InstaPermit track panel replacement permits?
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Yes. Panel replacement is one of the most common electrical permits in California. InstaPermit pulls your panel permits automatically and monitors status until final approval.
Can InstaPermit track EV charger permits?
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Yes. EV charger permits — both residential Level 2 and commercial DC fast charger — are tracked automatically across every supported California jurisdiction.
How long do electrical permits take in California?
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Electrical permit timelines range from 5 days in fast-moving cities to 21+ days in slower jurisdictions. Panel replacements tend to move faster than new service installs. InstaPermit monitors all of them automatically.
Which jurisdictions do you support for electrical permits?
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We support California AHJs covering every major AHJ. If your AHJ isn't active yet, we can add it within a day or two.

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