Certified Electrical Company in Mountain View, CA 94040 - Roland’s Plumbing and Electric

Yes, an overheating meter is a frequent concern in our area, often caused by aging infrastructure or increased electrical demand from modern appliances. This is a serious safety hazard. Our electricians can diagnose the cause, which may involve upgrading your electrical panel, repairing faulty connections, or installing new circuits to properly distribute the load and prevent future overheating.

Absolutely. Many older Mountain View homes require an electrical panel upgrade or service increase to safely support an EV charging station. Roland’s handles the complete installation—from assessing your current panel's capacity and performing any necessary upgrades to running the proper wiring and installing the charging unit itself, ensuring it's permitted and meets all local codes.

Common signs include frequent circuit breaker trips, flickering lights, buzzing sounds from outlets, discolored or warm switch plates, and a burning smell. Given the age of many homes here, we recommend a professional electrical inspection. We can identify worn wiring, outdated panels, and overloaded circuits, then provide repair or replacement solutions to ensure your family's safety.