Electrical Panel Upgrade
An outdated or undersized panel can’t keep up with modern homes — EV chargers, added appliances, and remodels all draw more power than older panels were built to handle safely.
Our licensed electricians evaluate your panel’s capacity, recommend the right amperage, and complete the upgrade with a written estimate before any work begins.
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What an Electrical Panel Upgrade Involves
An electrical panel upgrade replaces your home’s main panel and breaker box with a higher-capacity unit — typically moving from 100 amps to 150 or 200 amps — so it can safely support modern electrical loads. Homes built decades ago were wired for a fraction of today’s demand; adding an EV charger, a home addition, a hot tub, or several major appliances at once is often the point where an older panel simply runs out of room.
An upgrade means more than swapping the box. Our electricians calculate your home’s actual load, confirm the new panel and breaker layout meet current code, and coordinate any permit and utility shutoff required to complete the work safely. Most upgrades are scheduled within a day, with a brief planned power outage while the old panel is disconnected and the new one is wired, tested, and turned back on.
Signs You Need a Panel Upgrade
Panel Still Rated for 100 Amps or Less
Breakers Trip Whenever You Run Multiple Appliances
Planning an EV Charger, Addition, or Hot Tub
Panel Uses Outdated Fuses Instead of Breakers
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Subpanel Installation
Add capacity for a detached garage, ADU, or workshop without replacing the main panel.
Which Is Right For You?
Panel Upgrade vs. Circuit Breaker Replacement — Which Do You Need?
Panel Upgrade vs. Circuit Breaker Replacement
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Note: *Pricing shown is a starting reference only. Final pricing depends on site conditions, materials, and permit requirements — call for a free on-site estimate.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Choose Electrical Land
Load Calculated First
We size the new panel to your home’s actual demand, not a guess.
Permits Handled for You
We coordinate permits and utility shutoffs so you don’t have to.
Multi-State Licensed
C-10 licensed electricians serving CA, TX, WA, and NJ.
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What Our Clients Say
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“Most upgrade calls start with someone wanting an EV charger, and the panel is the real bottleneck. We run the load calculation first so the customer knows the true scope before we quote anything.”
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Renata Islas
Electrical Land Technician
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“Our 100-amp panel couldn’t handle the addition we were planning. Electrical Land upgraded it to 200 amps in about six hours and coordinated the permit without us lifting a finger.”
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Grant Whitfield
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Questions
Electrical Panel Upgrade FAQs
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost?
Panel upgrades start from $1,000, depending on the new panel’s amperage, your home’s existing wiring, and permit requirements. We provide a written estimate before any work begins.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most upgrades are completed in a single day, though scheduling around permits and utility coordination can add lead time before the actual installation.
Will I lose power during the upgrade?
Yes, briefly. The main panel has to be de-energized while the old unit is disconnected and the new one is wired in — most outages last a few hours during the scheduled work.
Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade?
Yes, nearly every jurisdiction requires a permit for panel upgrades since it involves the main electrical service. We handle the permit process as part of the job.
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