ElectricalCode Compliance3MediumElectrician$ implied

An electrician or electrical contractor lacks a standardized template for performing load calculations on multi-family dwellings (duplex or greater), as their city only provides a single-family template.

No template or guidance exists for multi-family load calculations from the city; existing single-family template is insufficient, leading to manual or ad-hoc calculations that risk errors and non-compliance.

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Jul 14, 2026

Implied Software Gaps

  • Software that generates multi-family load calculation sheets following NEC and local amendments, replacing ad-hoc spreadsheets
App Concept

MultiFamily LoadCalc Pro

A web and mobile app that automates electrical load calculations for multi-family dwellings per NEC and local codes. It generates compliant, printable reports for permit submissions, replacing manual spreadsheet work and guesswork. Designed for contractors who need quick, accurate, and auditable calculations for duplexes and larger properties.

Key Features
  • Step-by-step wizard for multi-family load inputs (number of units, common areas, appliances)
  • Automatic application of NEC Article 220 demand factors for multiple units
  • Customizable templates for different city/county requirements
  • One-click export of PDF reports formatted for building department submittal
Target Users: Electrical contractors and engineers designing service sizes for multi-family residential projects, typically in small to mid-sized firms dealing with code compliance.
Revenue Model: $19/mo per user SaaS subscription with a free trial for 3 projects

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