Electrical Planning Report
Why Electrical Planning Reports Matter
An electrical planning report (sometimes called a load calculation report or service assessment) documents how much electrical capacity a project needs, how existing equipment is performing, and what upgrades—if any—are required to meet code and the demands of your design. It’s an essential package for permit submissions, strata approvals, lender/insurer requests, and BC Hydro service changes.
Kato Electrical delivers precise, practical reports that help you move forward without surprises.
What You’ll Get
*Demand & Load Calculations– Project-specific calculations for services, feeders, and panels (per the Canadian Electrical Code and local authority requirements).
*Existing Service Assessment – Review of current service size, main disconnects, grounding/bonding, fault levels, and utilization.
*Panel Schedules– Clean, legible schedules with connected loads and demand factors.
*Single-Line Diagram – Clear system overview showing service, distribution, and major equipment.
*Upgrade Recommendations – If capacity is tight, we outline practical options with pros/cons, budget ranges, and construction impacts.
*Permit-Ready Package – Organized PDF with summary letter, calculations, drawings, and appendices you can attach to your application.
*Coordination with Stakeholders – We liaise with designers, GCs, strata councils, and (when needed) BC Hydro.
*Engineering Support – When a sealed engineering document is required, we coordinate with a licensed electrical engineer.
*Typical Use Cases: Service upgrades (e.g., for heat pumps/EV chargers), tenant improvements, suite additions, panel consolidation, and renovations that change load profiles.
Our Process
1. Kickoff & Scope– Share drawings or a simple wish list of new loads (EV, heat pump, range, etc.). We confirm scope and any permit requirements.
2. Site Review & Data Capture – We gather nameplate data, breaker sizes, conductor sizes, and review panel conditions. Remote options available for straightforward residential cases.
3. Calculations & Drafting – We perform demand/load calcs, build panel schedules, and draft the single-line diagram.
4. Recommendations – If upgrades are needed, we provide a practical path to construction.
5. Deliverables– You receive a neat, permit-ready PDF. We’ll also walk you through it.
What We Need to Start
*Address and project type (residential, commercial, TI, new build, renovation)
* Existing service size (if known) and photo(s) of the main service/panels
* List of added/changed loads (e.g., EVSE kW, HVAC/heat pump, appliances, machinery)
* Any available drawings or past permits
If you’re unsure—no problem. We’ll guide you.
Why Choose Kato Electrical
*Local Expertise: Metro Vancouver codes, permitting workflows, and utility coordination. *Straight Talk: Clear findings and actionable next steps—not just numbers.
*Smooth Permits: Organized, permit-ready documents reduce review questions.
*End-to-End Capability: From report to construction—we can execute upgrades.
FAQ
What is included in an electrical planning report? Our reports include load calculations, single-line diagrams, existing service assessments, and upgrade recommendations—all designed to be permit-ready and compliant with local codes.
Do I need a site visit? Yes, Commercial and complex sites typically require a visit to capture accurate data.
Can you help with BC Hydro service upgrades? Yes. When a service change is needed, we’ll outline the steps and coordinate with stakeholders as required.
How much will my report cost? Every project is unique. After a short intake call and review of your info, we’ll provide a clear, fixed proposal.
How do I get started? Simply email us your address, panel photos, and list of new loads, or book a short intake call. We’ll confirm requirements and provide a quote to get your report underway.
Ready to move forward?
email us your project details.
*Email: info@katoelectrical.com