Panel Upgrade and Replacement

Recognizing when to upgrade or replace your electrical panel can prevent dangerous situations and improve your system’s performance. Consider these scenarios:

• Frequent Breaker Trips: If your breakers trip often, it could indicate that your panel is overloaded or outdated.
• Home Renovations or Additions: Adding new appliances or expanding your home may require a panel upgrade to handle increased electrical demands.
• Older Home: Homes with panels older than 20-30 years often lack the capacity to support modern electrical loads.
• Installing High-Power Appliances: Adding large appliances like HVAC systems, hot tubs, or EV chargers may require a more robust electrical panel.
• Flickering Lights: Flickering or dimming lights, especially when using multiple appliances, can be a sign that your panel is struggling to distribute power properly.

The electrical panel, also known as the breaker box, is the heart of your electrical system, distributing power to different circuits throughout your property. Over time, older panels may struggle to keep up with modern electrical demands, leading to frequent breaker trips, overheating, or even fire hazards. Upgrading or replacing your electrical panel ensures that your property can safely handle current and future power needs, improves energy efficiency, and reduces the risk of electrical issues.