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Main Service Panel Upgrade

Upgrading the main service panel provides numerous advantages for both homeowners and businesses aiming to enhance their electrical systems. Here’s why this upgrade is essential:

  1. Increased Electrical Capacity
    Modern homes and businesses rely on more electrical devices than ever before—smart appliances, HVAC systems, EV chargers, and high-tech equipment. An upgraded service panel ensures your electrical system can handle the increased load without risking overloads or power outages.

  2. Improved Safety
    Older electrical panels may struggle to keep up with today’s power demands, increasing the risk of overheating, circuit overloads, and even electrical fires. Upgrading to a modern service panel with updated circuit breakers provides better protection against these hazards, ensuring the safety of your property.

  3. Enhanced Energy Efficiency
    With newer panels, businesses and homeowners can manage their power usage more effectively. This can lead to lower energy bills, as the system distributes electricity more efficiently, avoiding waste and unnecessary power consumption.

  4. Supports Modern Technology
    An upgraded panel allows you to integrate advanced technologies such as home automation systems, solar power, or electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This upgrade prepares your property for future technological advances and energy needs.

  5. Increased Property Value
    Investing in an electrical panel upgrade can boost your property’s value. Potential buyers are more likely to invest in homes or commercial buildings with modern, safe, and efficient electrical systems.

  6. Compliance with Electrical Codes
    Electrical codes and safety standards evolve over time. Upgrading your service panel ensures that your property is up to code, which is crucial if you plan to renovate, sell, or lease the property.

In summary, upgrading your main service panel not only boosts the capacity and safety of your electrical system but also enhances efficiency, supports modern technology, and adds long-term value to your property.

Prices

Contract flexible price

You can order the service by phone (408)594-9770 Or leave an application and our specialists will call back you as soon as possible

Frequently asked questions.

A main service panel upgrade involves replacing your existing electrical panel with one that can handle a higher capacity of electrical power, ensuring your home can safely manage modern energy demands.

You may need an upgrade if you’re adding high-demand appliances like EV chargers, solar panels, or HVAC systems, or if your current panel is outdated or struggling to meet your home’s electrical needs.

Signs include frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights, or limited available space for additional circuits. We can assess your panel and determine if an upgrade is necessary.

Costs vary depending on the size of the upgrade, the complexity of the installation, and any necessary electrical adjustments. We offer a detailed quote after assessing your needs.

The upgrade typically takes 4-8 hours, depending on the complexity of the installation. In some cases, it may take longer if additional wiring or structural adjustments are needed.

Yes, permits are required for main service panel upgrades to ensure the work meets local safety codes and regulations. We handle the entire permitting process for you.

Yes, upgrading your electrical panel can increase your home’s value, especially if you plan to install modern appliances, EV chargers, or other high-demand devices.

No, during the upgrade, power will need to be turned off temporarily. We will work efficiently to minimize downtime and restore power as soon as possible.

A 100-amp panel is standard for older homes with lower energy needs, while 200-amp or 400-amp panels are better suited for modern homes with higher energy demands, including electric vehicles, HVAC systems, and more.

You can contact us via phone, email, or our website to schedule a consultation. We’ll evaluate your electrical system and provide a detailed plan for your upgrade.