Specialized high-voltage testing built around your schedule, your compliance needs, and your budget. We partner with utility managers, industrial facilities, and electrical contractors across Orange County from initial assessment.

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Pelican Coast Electric provides professional high voltage electrical testing services for commercial, industrial, and critical power systems throughout Orange County. Our testing services help verify the safety, reliability, and performance of electrical infrastructure before energization and throughout its service life.
Whether you need acceptance testing for a newly installed system or maintenance testing for existing equipment, our team can identify potential issues before they become costly failures.
Unlike testing companies that only provide reports, Pelican Coast Electric can test, diagnose, and repair electrical systems with the same licensed crew. That means faster resolutions, less downtime, and a single point of contact from inspection through repair.
Electrical acceptance testing confirms that your new equipment meets manufacturer specifications before you energize it for the first time. This step prevents immediate failures and validates your warranties. Maintenance testing evaluates your existing infrastructure to catch insulation degradation and connection issues before they cause outages. We recommend maintenance testing approximately every three years to establish a baseline and track the health of your assets over time.

Medium voltage cable testing evaluates the insulation integrity of your underground conduit and facility power runs. We use specialized methods to ensure your cables withstand operational stresses and age-related degradation.

Very low frequency (VLF) testing is the standard for medium voltage cables. We apply a low-stress hi-pot at 0.1 Hz to test long cable runs efficiently. This pass or fail withstand test confirms if your insulation can hold the required voltage without breaking down.

Tan delta testing grades cable insulation condition over time rather than providing a simple pass or fail result. Run alongside VLF testing, it measures energy loss to pinpoint aging, water treeing, and contamination before a catastrophic failure occurs.

High potential testing is the core method of insulation withstand testing. We apply voltage above operating levels to verify insulation prevents ground faults. This strict pass or fail test confirms the dielectric strength of your cables, switchgear, and commercial panel upgrades.

Transformer testing evaluates the health and safety of your power distribution units. We check insulation resistance, turns ratio, and winding condition to catch faults early. If we find an issue, our crew transitions directly to providing full electrical transformer repairing services.
We structure our electrical testing process to verify safety upon installation and prevent failures over the lifespan of your equipment. We prioritize schedule coordination with direct contact with GCs and project managers to keep your project moving without delays. Our approach ensures you meet manufacturer requirements and maintain operational continuity.
Electrical Acceptance Testing
Electrical acceptance testing confirms that your newly installed equipment meets manufacturer specifications before you energize it for the first time. We apply the necessary withstand and diagnostic tests to your cables, transformers, and switchgear. This step prevents immediate failures, validates your warranties, and ensures safe startup for your new construction projects.
Routine Maintenance Testing
Maintenance testing evaluates your existing infrastructure to catch insulation degradation and connection issues before they cause costly outages. We recommend maintenance testing approximately every three years. This schedule establishes a baseline for your equipment and allows our technicians to track the health of your assets over time using methods like tan delta testing.
Same-Crew Repairs
If our testing process reveals a failing asset, we do not hand you a report and walk away. As a C10 Licensed contractor, our crew transitions directly from diagnostics to repair. We address the failure on the spot, ensuring your facility gets back online faster with full accountability.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
We recommend maintenance testing approximately every three years. This schedule allows you to track insulation degradation and catch failures before they disrupt your operations.
VLF testing is a pass or fail withstand test that applies stress to the cable to see if it holds. Tan delta testing measures the energy loss in the insulation to grade its overall condition and predict future failure.
A local contractor provides a single-source solution. If the testing reveals a failure, our licensed electricians can repair the issue immediately. Testing labs only provide reports and require you to hire a separate contractor to perform the fixes.
Electrical acceptance testing verifies that newly installed equipment meets manufacturer standards before you energize it. This protects your warranties and ensures safe installation.
Because we are a licensed C10 contractor and not just a testing lab, our crew immediately transitions from testing to repairing the fault. We identify the exact point of failure and perform the necessary cable splicing, equipment replacement, or repairs to get your system cleared for energization without delaying your project.
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
faraz mandegarian2025-04-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I reached out to Austin for help installing a 20-amp outlet in my garage for my sauna. From the very start, he was professional, honest, and upfront, giving me the best price right away. When he arrived, he quickly discovered that I already had a preexisting outlet, but instead of just leaving it at that, he went above and beyond to ensure everything was set up perfectly. It’s rare to find such a genuine and trustworthy professional these days, and I highly recommend Austin for anyone in need of electrical work. His integrity, expertise, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly set him apart! Lauren Hendrix2025-03-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Needed a new 220 put in garage for my second washer and dryer ! Service was fast , efficient & perfect price ❤️! Also did an electrical charging station for my car ! Thank you for everything ! Highly recommend Lawrence Lopez Jr.2025-03-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very satisfied with the service I received! Very professional and very knowledgeable installing my Generac to my house. Highly recommend Pelican Coast Electric!!!! Snow Ball2025-03-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Last week Austin helped us to install a new exhaust fan/heater/light combo and 4 GCFI outlets. His price for the installation of exhaust fan is very reasonable and his price for GFCI is hard to beat. Although he had to joggle along with different appointments due to bad weather he still arrived at reasonable time to finish the work at my home. My condo was built in 1960s and its electrical circuits is different than newer buildings. Austin showed his expertise and figured it out very fast and he is trustworthy for your electrical work. We would hire him for any future electric works or other things. andrew chiusolo2025-03-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Knowledgeable professionals! Job well done highly recommended. Would use again. frank Sinatra2025-03-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly transparent professional caring and competent Mike P2025-03-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pelican Coast Electric did an amazing job upgrading my electrical panel and installing a Level 2 EV charger at my home. They were professional, efficient, and super knowledgeable about EV charging solutions. Now, I can charge my electric vehicle quickly and hassle-free. If you’re in Orange County and need a panel upgrade or EV charger installation, these are the guys to call! Bri2025-03-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really great electrician! Austin and his entire team are professional and effective Reliable and genuinely knowledgeable in electrical work but has also been able to help me with a variety of misc tasks Best electrician in Orange County and will refer him to everyone I know ☺️ Michael Tomes2025-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would 100 percent recommend Austin and his team they were very professional and made it headache free thank you so much again! Nick Torres2025-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks for coming on short notice, great service and clean work. Would totally recommend you and use you for future work. Thanks again
Protect your infrastructure with comprehensive high voltage testing services designed to identify issues before they lead to costly failures. Our experienced technicians perform detailed diagnostics and preventive maintenance to help keep power systems operating safely and efficiently. We support facility managers, industrial plant operators, and utility providers with accurate assessments, detailed reporting, and practical recommendations that help reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
Our high voltage testing services cover a wide range of critical assets, including transformer oil analysis, switchgear diagnostics, relay testing, and cable insulation resistance testing. Through thorough inspections and performance evaluations, we help organizations maintain the reliability and performance of their electrical infrastructure.
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