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At CICSA, we develop electrical design projects for the construction sector in Costa Rica, with a focus on residential, commercial, and office developments.
Electrical design is not just about “placing outlets and light fixtures.” It involves planning, calculating, and documenting an installation that protects life and property, optimizes materials and energy, and facilitates construction and maintenance. Depending on the contracted scope, our service includes:
Needs program by space (typical and special loads).
Definition of lighting levels by use (residential, commercial, offices).
Energy efficiency criteria (LED lighting, controls, zoning).
Compliance with required distances, mounting heights, wet areas, and accessibility.
Circuit inventory and phase balancing.
Load schedule with demand and projected maximum demand.
Single-line diagram and protection coordination.
Calculation of feeders and branch circuits, voltage drop, and short-circuit levels.
Specification of main and subpanels, including spare capacity.
Thermal-magnetic breakers and residual current devices (GFCI) where required.
AFCI protection (where applicable) for enhanced safety in bedrooms and critical areas.
Grounding system design (electrodes, rings, bars, protective conductors).
Equipotential bonding in bathrooms, kitchens, mechanical rooms, and computer rooms.
Anti-corrosion measures for coastal environments.
Conduit systems (PVC, EMT, IMC, or galvanized, depending on environment) and cable trays where applicable.
Pull boxes and accessibility for maintenance.
Coordination of penetrations in structure and alignment with plumbing, HVAC, and data systems.
LED lighting layout by scenes and illumination levels.
Controls: motion sensors, photocells, timers, and dimmers.
General-purpose and dedicated outlets (kitchen, laundry, IT equipment, UPS).
Scaled electrical drawings per level with standardized symbols.
Lighting plans with target illumination levels and circuiting.
Receptacle and special outlet plans (kitchen, laundry, equipment).
Conduit layout plans (conduits, trays, pull boxes).
Single-line diagram and load schedule with phase balancing.
Panel details (diagrams, breakers, spare capacity, surge protection devices).
Grounding plans (electrodes, conductors, equipotential bars).
Technical specifications (conductors, conduits, enclosures, protections).
Calculation report (demand, voltage drop, short circuit, protection selection).
Notes for service entrance and metering per local utility guidelines.
Permit submission package in CFIA/municipal format.
Initial meeting to understand use, budget, and timelines.
Review of architectural design (concept or existing drawings), zoning/land use, topography, and condominium restrictions.
Early identification of special loads (oven, dryer, pool pump, mini-splits, servers, residential elevators).
Definition of circuit strategy and panel locations.
Efficiency criteria (LED fixture sets and zone-based controls).
Service entrance and metering proposals (underground vs. overhead) based on feasibility.
Demand and feeder calculations; protection selection.
Coordination with structural (penetrations, technical rooms), plumbing (pumps, water heaters), and HVAC (condensers, mini-splits).
Definition of construction details and anti-corrosion protection.
Issuance of drawings, calculation report, and specifications.
Support during municipal/CFIA review and responses to comments.
Technical handover meeting with supervision or the electrical contractor.
Targeted site visits to resolve interferences and safeguard design intent.
Tropical climate and storms: priority on surge protection devices (SPD) at panels and GFCI in wet/outdoor areas; selection of conduits suitable for UV exposure and humidity.
Coastal corrosion: appropriate NEMA/IP-rated enclosures, galvanization and coatings; corrosion-resistant hardware and fasteners.
Usage habits: allowance for high-demand appliances, remote work (power and data outlets), device charging, and social areas.
Energy efficiency: LED lighting with sensors and schedules; circuit zoning for “scenes” (interior/exterior/night).
Safety: code-required clearances in bathrooms and kitchens; equipotential bonding; panel labeling; spare capacity for future growth.
Designs aligned with code to streamline permitting.
Clear details that facilitate installation and reduce rework.
Balanced circuits and properly sized conductors to minimize voltage drop without unnecessary oversizing.
Accessible panels, clear labeling, and serviceable conduits.
Proven solutions for Guanacaste and San Carlos, including coastal and rural areas.
Architecture, civil, and plumbing coordinated from day one.
Residential: single-family homes, condominiums, tourist cabins, vacation homes.
Commercial: retail units, restaurants, shops, consulting offices, and small clinics.
Offices: private offices, coworking spaces, creative studios, and home offices.
Outdoor spaces: terraces, ranch-style pavilions, pools, and gardens with lighting and power outlets.
A well-designed electrical installation reduces risk, lowers costs, and accelerates permits. If you want a safe and functional home, a compliant commercial space without surprises, or an office with reliable power ready to grow, let’s talk.
Homes and small commercial units: 2–4 weeks from complete inputs to permit-ready drawings.
Medium commercial/office projects: 4–8 weeks, depending on complexity and coordination.
Depends on area, complexity, location, number of panels, and scope (including home automation, special systems, or site visits). After the feasibility meeting, we issue a phased proposal (pre-design, development, permits, and construction support).
With this information, we schedule your meeting and you receive your detailed proposal shortly thereafter.
Our primary focus is design, supervision, and inspection. If installation is required, we can coordinate with trusted contractors or support your team through supervision.
Yes. We provide pre-installations and conduits for home automation, data/voice, CCTV, and alarm systems as required.
Yes. We select materials and enclosures suitable for aggressive environments and consider maintenance and anti-corrosion protection.
We support you by adjusting drawings and criteria and responding to comments until approval is obtained.
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