Commercial electrician, West Lake Hills
Commercial Electrician in West Lake Hills, TX
Commercial electrical maintenance, repairs and projects for West Lake Hills facilities, from our shop in Round Rock.
Something down right now? Call (737) 301-4536What West Lake Hills facilities call us for
For West Lake Hills facilities, most calls come down to two kinds of work:
Facility maintenance and repair.
Troubleshooting, panels, lighting, equipment power and recurring maintenance, with a written report after every visit.
Facility MaintenanceCommercial projects.
Tenant improvements, equipment power and service upgrades, designed, permitted and closed out by one electrical contractor.
Commercial ProjectsPermits and inspections in West Lake Hills
Our electrical contractor license (TECL #39622) is statewide. We file the permit, handle the utility paperwork and meet the inspector.
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Who issues electrical permits: Building and Development Services; online through MGO Connect (My Government Online)
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How to apply: All applications must be submitted through MGO Connect; no hard copies or emails. Plan review submittals are accepted on the first business day of each week (after 5:00 pm they roll to the next week). Any contractor on a project valued at $25,000 or more must register before permit issuance, and licensed trades such as electrical need licensed, registered contractors with at least $600,000 general liability insurance.
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Typical review time: Up to 4 weeks for the first round of comments after the application is administratively complete (the city aims for 3 to 4 weeks).
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What to know locally: West Lake Hills adopted the 2021 International codes and the 2023 National Electrical Code on June 24 (2026); plans under the older 2015/2017 codes were accepted until September 26. Fire review is by Travis County ESD 9.
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Utility coordination: Austin Energy. Austin Energy requires an Electric Service Planning Application (ESPA) for new service and for changes to an existing service. A Meter Review is required before a meter is set for commercial new construction, remodels and service upgrades.
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Inspections: Not published by the city.
West Lake Hills questions
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Does my electrician need to register with West Lake Hills? Yes, for projects valued at $25,000 or more. The city also says licensed trades need licensed and registered contractors, with at least $600,000 general liability insurance.
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How long does permit review take in West Lake Hills? The city says the first round of comments can take up to four weeks after the application is complete, and larger projects can take a few months.
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Which electrical code applies in West Lake Hills? The 2023 National Electrical Code, adopted with the 2021 International codes on June 24.
Recent work near West Lake Hills
Our recent projects are in Austin, Round Rock and Burnet. See the case studies.
West Lake Hills facility? Start with the assessment.
You get a ranked list of what needs attention, budget ranges and a written scope. If there is a fee, it is credited toward the work when you approve within 30 days.
Or call (737) 301-4536.
Sources
Permit and utility facts checked 2026-11-01 from: westlakehills.org westlakehills.gov westlakehills.org austinenergy.com austinenergy.com austinenergy.com. Rules change; we confirm them on every permit.