Panel upgrades.
200-amp service, permit pulled, inspection passed.
What it is
Your electrical panel is the distribution point between the service supplying the property and the circuits doing the work. An upgrade can address equipment condition, circuit space and the demands of additional electrical loads. A 200-amp service is a common project goal, but the right solution starts with the property, not the number on a new panel. Existing service conductors, metering, grounding and utility requirements all affect what an upgrade involves. A larger panel alone does not increase the capacity of an undersized service. We look at current needs and planned additions together, then define the equipment, connections and required coordination. Permitting, the planned outage and inspection belong in that plan, so the upgrade is organized around the electrical installation.
When you need it
- You are adding significant electrical loads and need the service capacity evaluated.
- The existing panel is damaged, deteriorated or unsuitable for the work you are planning.
- A renovation calls for a service upgrade or a better circuit distribution arrangement.
What we check
- Existing service capacity, panel condition and a load assessment for current and proposed equipment.
- Service conductors, metering, grounding, bonding and utility connection requirements.
- Panel location, working access, circuit protection and the scope of required changes.
Permits and inspection
Service upgrades require coordination with the local permitting authority and the serving utility as applicable. The project plan includes the permit, required inspections and utility arrangements for disconnection and reconnection.
Frequently asked questions
Do I automatically need a 200-amp upgrade?
No. A load assessment and review of existing equipment establish whether more capacity is necessary. The solution may involve a service upgrade, changes to circuit distribution or suitable load management rather than the same answer for every property.
Is replacing the panel the same as upgrading the service?
Not necessarily. The panel is one part of the installation. A service upgrade may also involve the meter equipment, conductors, grounding and utility connection, depending on existing conditions and requirements.
Will my power be off during the work?
Panel replacement requires a planned interruption. The duration depends on the work, inspection requirements and utility coordination. Flag medical equipment, refrigeration and other essential needs before the outage is scheduled.