mtnelect
HVAC & Electrical Contractor
- Location
- Southern California
- Occupation
- Contractor, C10 & C20 - Semi Retired
California has a problem with contractors not pulling permits, in residential HVAC installation and change-outs. It is estimated that 90% of projects are not permitted. Or, contractors pull a permit to start a project, but don't call for a final that requires a HERS inspection. California is now calling for suggestions to enforce permitting. Like requiring the wholesale houses to notify AHJs when a unit is sold. This is being done by the California Energy Commission because it will never meet the energy efficiency goals without HERS inspections.