Unplanned downtime can be extremely expensive; organizations can report losses reaching $100,000+ per hour, depending on the operation and what systems are affected.

For facility managers and operations leaders, electrical systems are more than just part of the background infrastructure. They represent safety, compliance, operational continuity, and long-term protection of company assets. 

In commercial and industrial environments, even seemingly minor electrical issues can quickly turn into unplanned downtime, damaged equipment, failed inspections, or serious safety hazards. 

Across California and the West Coast, many facilities struggle to maintain aging electrical systems. This makes it harder to comply with local codes, meet your growing power loads, or expand your business. Electrical repairs and updates often take place in fully-occupied and operational buildings. In other words, disruptions are not an option. 

Specialized commercial electrical engineering and testing services make a critical difference. MTA Electrical Engineers (MTAEE) supports facilities teams with engineering studies, NETA-aligned electrical testing, and clear documentation to improve reliability, reduce risk, and support compliance.

Commercial Electric Troubleshooting and Repairs for Critical Facilities 

Electrical failures rarely happen at "convenient" times. Facilities teams must respond to outages, equipment failures, or tripped breakers while also managing operational pressure and safety concerns. 

Common Commercial Electrical Repair Services 

MTAEE supports facilities with advanced electrical troubleshooting and repair services, including: 

• Electrical outage diagnostics and restoration 
• Circuit breaker and switchgear troubleshooting 
• Electrical panel and distribution issues 
• Equipment power failures 
• Grounding and bonding issues 
• Power quality disturbances 

When problems repeat, facilities often need more than a quick reset. They need data. MTAEE can help evaluate the system with power quality monitoring/testing and (when appropriate) supporting studies to pinpoint overloads, coordination issues, or equipment stress.

Unlike a general electrical contractor focused only on restoring power, MTAEE can pair troubleshooting with power system studies and electrical testing to identify root causes and prevent repeat failures. 

Difficulties Facilities Teams Commonly Face

• Repeated breaker trips without a clear cause 
• Equipment failures tied to poor power quality 
• Overloaded or undocumented panels 
• Limited internal expertise to diagnose complex electrical issues 
• Pressure to restore power quickly 
• Safety concerns 
• Compliance issues

MTAEE's capabilities help resolve your issues correctly the first time, reducing repeat incidents and long-term risk. 

Electrical Upgrades and Retrofits to Support Growing Demand 

As facilities expand, add equipment, or modernize operations, existing electrical systems are often pushed beyond their original design limits. Electrical upgrades and retrofits ensure systems remain safe, reliable, and compliant.

Service and Distribution Upgrades 

Many commercial and industrial facilities operate with electrical services that were never designed to handle today's technology-driven loads. Common upgrade triggers include: 

• Adding new equipment 
• Expanding operations or tenant spaces 
• Failing electrical inspections 
• Overheating components 
• Repeated outages 

How MTAEE Can Help

MTAEE supports upgrades with the engineering and documentation facilities teams rely on — including load evaluation, short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis where required.

• Electrical service upgrades 
• Transformer evaluations and replacements 
• Switchgear and distribution panel improvements 
• Load studies and capacity analysis 

Our services allow your facility to plan upgrades strategically, instead of reacting to failures. 

Lighting, LED Retrofits, and Controls 

Because lighting accounts for up to 17% of a commercial building's electricity consumption, lighting upgrades remain one of the most impactful electrical improvements you can make. LED retrofits and advanced lighting controls provide:

• Reduced energy consumption 
• Improved lighting quality and consistency 
• Lower maintenance costs 
• Compliance with energy and building codes 

MTAEE can evaluate your existing lighting systems and design upgrade solutions that align with your operational needs and long-term efficiency goals. 

Power Quality and System Reliability Improvements 

Poor power quality is a hidden but costly issue for many facilities. Voltage fluctuations, harmonics, and other transient events can damage sensitive equipment and disrupt operations. 

MTAEE's power quality services address: 

• Unstable voltage
• Harmonic distortion 
• Inadequate surge protection 
• Power factor issues 

Common warning signs include nuisance trips, equipment resets, UPS alarms, flickering lights, overheating neutrals, and sensitive electronics failing prematurely.

Whether you run a healthcare facility, a data center, or an industrial plant, proactive power quality improvements can play a key role in protecting equipment and maintaining uptime.

Tenant Improvements and New Equipment Power Planning 

Tenant improvements and equipment installations introduce risk when the existing electrical systems are not properly evaluated. Additional power demands without an engineering review lead to overloaded circuits, code violations, and future failures. 

Electrical Services for Tenant Improvements 

• Electrical system evaluations 
• Load calculations
• Capacity verification 
• Panel and circuit modifications 
• Lighting reconfiguration 
• Compliance documentation 

MTAEE ensures that tenant build-outs proceed safely, without compromising the building's electrical infrastructure. 

Power for New Equipment 

Facilities often add equipment without fully understanding the impact to the electrical system.

• New HVAC systems 
• Manufacturing or processing equipment 
• Medical or laboratory equipment 
• Data and communication systems 

MTAEE evaluates system capacity, short-circuit conditions, and coordination requirements before equipment is installed, helping prevent later problems and costly retrofits.

Preventive Electrical Maintenance 

Reactive electrical maintenance is one of the biggest sources of downtime and budget unpredictability. Performing preventive electrical maintenance helps identify issues before they become failures. 

MTAEE's preventive maintenance services include:

• Regularly scheduled electrical inspections 
• Testing of breakers, transformers, and switchgear 
• Infrared (thermal) scanning to pinpoint hotspots
• Torque checks and connection verification 
• Load analysis 
• System documentation 

Our services are especially valuable if your facility has compliance obligations or mission-critical operations. 

The Top Benefits of Preventive Maintenance 

• Reduced unplanned downtime 
• Extended equipment life 
• Improved electrical safety 
• Better readiness for outside inspections 
• Clear documentation for audits and compliance 

For facility managers responsible for reliability, safety, and budget control, preventive maintenance is an essential strategy, not an optional expense.

Managing Electrical Work in Occupied and Mission-Critical Buildings 

One of the biggest challenges your maintenance teams face is how to complete electrical work without disrupting your occupants, tenants, or operations. 

How MTAEE Minimizes Operational Disruption 

We work closely with your team to plan electrical work around active environments by offering:

• After hours or phased work schedules 
• Detailed shutdown and startup procedures 
• Temporary power planning 
• Clear communication 

Our transparent and flexible approach is critical for such properties as healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, educational campuses, and multi-tenant dwellings. 

Compliance, Safety, and Documentation 

Your facility’s electrical work must meet strict safety and regulatory standards. MTAEE supports compliance and safety documentation aligned with:

• NFPA and NEC requirements 
• OSHA safety standards 
• Arc flash and hazard analysis documentation 
• Inspection and permit coordination 

We help you reduce your liability and ensure safe working conditions for your staff, contractors, and tenants. 

Signs That You Need Electrical Services 

MTAEE is familiar with all of the common electrical problems that disrupt operations, reduce productivity, compromise safety, and cost your company money. 

• Repeated electrical failures 
• Electrical safety concerns 
• Aging or undocumented electrical systems 
• Equipment expansion or modernization 
• A shift towards preventive maintenance planning 
• Failed or upcoming inspections 

If any or all of these are happening at your facility, work with MTAEE to plan proactively, instead of reacting to preventable emergencies. 

Why Specialized Electrical Engineering Support from MTAEE Matters 

Not every electrical provider in California is equipped to support complex commercial and industrial facilities. MTAEE's value lies in combining hands-on electrical testing with proven engineering expertise. 

When you work with us, your facility will benefit from:

• In-depth system analysis - not guesswork 
• Clear, actionable engineering reports 
• Code compliance solutions 
• Ongoing support for long-term planning and risk reduction 

This means fewer surprises, better documentation, and greater confidence in electrical system performance. 

MTAEE Supports Facilities Across California

If your organization operates facilities across multiple locations, you will benefit from consistent standards and reliable support. MTAEE serves clients across California, helping organizations standardize their electrical maintenance testing and compliance practices across their entire portfolios. 

Whether managing a single facility or multiple sites, having a trusted electrical engineering partner simplifies decision-making and improves operational resilience.

Schedule an Electrical Safety Inspection or Maintenance Review 

Electrical systems are one of the most critical, and often one of the most overlooked components of facility risk management. From troubleshooting and upgrades to tenant improvements and preventive maintenance, proactive electrical care protects your people, your equipment, and your operations.

MTA Electrical Engineers provides specialized commercial electrical services designed specifically for facilities teams, safety managers, and engineering partners across California.

Contact MTAEE today to schedule an electrical safety inspection, discuss preventive maintenance programs, or plan your next electrical upgrade with confidence.