Electrical Panel Installation

Cost mostly comes down to the panel's amperage, how much the existing wiring needs to change, how accessible the panel location is, and whether the utility needs to upgrade the service line or meter base along with it. A straightforward swap to the same amperage usually costs less than a full upgrade with new circuits or a relocated panel. We look at the job in person before giving a firm quote.

Watch for breakers that trip often, warm or discolored panel covers, a burning smell near the panel, flickering lights when appliances run, or a panel that's rusted, outdated (like Federal Pacific or Zinsco brands), or doesn't have room for new circuits. Any of these are reasons to have an electrician take a look rather than wait.

It depends on your home's size, the appliances you run, and any planned additions like an EV charger or hot tub. We assess your current system and power needs first, then recommend a panel size and circuit layout that fits your home.

No. Panel work involves the main service disconnect and exposed high-voltage connections, and a mistake can start a fire or cause a fatal shock, so it isn't a reasonable DIY project. We handle the shutoff and disconnection safely as part of the installation.

A repair makes sense when the panel itself is sound and the issue is a single failed breaker, a loose connection, or corrosion from a specific cause. Replacement is the better call when the panel is an obsolete brand known for breaker failures, when it's undersized for your home's current or planned electrical load, or when it shows widespread signs of age like rust, scorch marks, or outdated fuse-style protection. We'll look at the panel's condition and capacity before recommending which way to go.

Yes, your home's power has to be shut off at the main while the old panel is disconnected and the new one is installed and wired. For a full service upgrade, the utility company may also need to disconnect and reconnect service at the meter. We'll talk you through what to expect before work begins.