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Everything you need to manage utility projects

Streamline your workflow from design to power-on with our comprehensive platform

The Vault
Centralized document repository for all your utility designs, permits, and approvals. Version control, easy sharing, and secure access.
Agency Tracker
Real-time visibility into SCE, LADWP, SoCalGas, and AT&T approval status. Know exactly where your projects stand at all times.
Rule 15/16 Workflows
Streamlined contract and permit processes. Digital signatures, payment tracking, and automated notifications.
Progress Tracking
Visual Paper to Power stepper shows clients exactly where their project is. Reduce support calls and increase satisfaction.
Conflict Analysis
Identify and resolve utility conflicts before they become costly delays. Track issues and resolutions in one place.
Analytics Dashboard
Track approval times, identify bottlenecks, and optimize your workflow with actionable insights and reports.

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Project Dashboard

Complete project visibility at a glance

Track all your projects, monitor agency approval status, and see key metrics from a single dashboard. Know exactly where every project stands.

  • Real-time status updates
  • Approval time tracking
  • Agency-specific views
DryDraft project dashboard showing active projects, approval status, and key metrics
The Vault document management system with folders for SCE, SoCalGas, LADWP, and AT&T files
The Vault

All documents organized and accessible

Centralized document storage with agency-specific folders, version control, and secure client access. Upload files up to 500GB each—perfect for large CAD drawings and plan sets.

  • Files up to 500GB supported
  • Version control built-in
  • Agency-organized folders
  • Secure file sharing
Client Portal

Keep clients informed automatically

Give clients their own portal to track project progress. The Paper to Power stepper shows exactly where their project is—reducing status calls by 80%.

  • Visual progress tracking
  • Self-service document access
  • Automatic notifications
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How it works

Get from paper to power in 5 simple steps

1

Intake

Submit project details and site information through our streamlined intake form.

2

Design

Our team creates utility designs while you track progress in real-time.

3

Agency Review

Submit to utilities and monitor approval status across all agencies.

4

Approved

Receive approvals and access all final documents in The Vault.

5

Power On

Construction complete and utilities energized. Project delivered.

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See what our customers have to say about DryDraft

“DryDraft cut our approval times in half. We can now track every project in real-time instead of making endless phone calls.”

Michael Chen

VP of Development, Westland Homes

“The Vault alone is worth it. Having all documents in one place with version control has eliminated so many headaches.”

Sarah Rodriguez

Project Manager, Summit Builders

“Our clients love the progress tracker. They can see exactly where their project stands without calling us every day.”

David Park

CEO, Pacific Development Group

Simple, transparent pricing

Choose the plan that fits your business. Start free, upgrade as you grow.

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$0/month
  • Up to 3 active projects
  • Basic document storage
  • Agency status tracking
  • Email support
  • Paper to Power progress view
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  • Unlimited active projects
  • Full Vault document storage
  • Advanced agency tracking
  • Client portal access
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Priority email support
  • Document annotations
  • Team collaboration tools
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  • Custom integrations
  • Dedicated account manager
  • SLA guarantee
  • SSO & advanced security
  • Custom reporting
  • API access
  • On-site training

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dry utility coordination and DryDraft

What are dry utilities?
Dry utilities include gas, electric, telecommunications (phone, fiber, cable), and street lighting infrastructure. They're called 'dry' because they don't carry water, unlike wet utilities (water and sewer). In California, common dry utility providers include SCE (Southern California Edison), SoCalGas, LADWP, and AT&T.
What is SCE Rule 15 and Rule 16?
SCE Rule 15 governs distribution line extensions—the mainline infrastructure that brings power from the utility grid to a development. Rule 16 covers service extensions—the connections from transformers to individual meters. Both rules define cost responsibilities, design requirements, and timelines for new construction projects.
How long does utility approval take for new construction?
Timelines vary by agency. SCE typically takes 5 business days for initial contact and 45 days for engineering analysis. SoCalGas contacts applicants within 10 working days, with 1-2 months for contract and 3+ months to construction. LADWP service installation takes 100-140 calendar days. DryDraft helps track these timelines in real-time.
What is joint trench coordination?
Joint trenching places multiple utility conduits (electric, gas, telecom, cable) in a single trench rather than separate excavations. This reduces costs and speeds construction. Coordination requires managing multiple providers, composite drawings, and approval timelines—a process DryDraft streamlines through centralized tracking.
What does 'Paper to Power' mean?
Paper to Power describes the complete journey from initial design documents through final energization. It encompasses intake, design, agency submittals, plan check cycles, approvals, construction, meter set, and power-on. DryDraft's tracker gives real-time visibility into exactly where your project stands.

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