Electrical Panel Upgrade Services

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Home electrical demand has changed faster than most houses’ panels were built to handle. A panel that was perfectly adequate for a 1990s household now has to support electric vehicle charging, larger HVAC systems, home offices full of electronics, and kitchens with multiple high-draw appliances running at once. When a panel is simply outdated in capacity, rather than damaged or malfunctioning, a panel upgrade is usually the right fix, not a full replacement.

High Voltage Electrical evaluates your current service size, your household or business load, and your near-term plans (an EV charger, a remodel, an addition) before recommending a specific power capacity upgrade. Most upgrades move a home from 100 amps to 200 amps, though the right number depends on your actual power-use check, not a one-size-fits-all default.

Signs Your Electrical Panel Needs an Upgrade

Breakers trip when you run more than one major appliance at a time.
You’re planning an EV charger, hot tub, or major addition and your panel is already near capacity.
Your panel is still fuse-based, or a known problem brand rather than a straightforward capacity issue.
Lights dim noticeably when large appliances start up.
Your insurance company or a home inspector has flagged your panel’s age or capacity.

If the issue is closer to “my breaker keeps tripping on a single circuit,” that’s more often a repair or breaker-replacement issue than a capacity problem. Our team confirms which applies before recommending a scope of work.

Why Older Panels Fall Behind Modern Power Needs

Electrical code, appliance efficiency standards, and household power draw have all shifted substantially since most existing panels were installed. A property built decades ago was never designed around EV charging, whole-home surge protection, multiple large-screen entertainment setups, or electrified kitchens.

A capacity upgrade brings the panel’s headroom in line with how the property is actually used today, and gives room for what’s likely to be added over the next several years.

Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost

Per our current pricing guide, panel upgrades start from $1,000, with the final number depending on your existing service size, target power capacity, site accessibility, and whether coordination with your power company or additional permit work is required. A city permit, when required, starts from $150. We provide a firm number after an on-site evaluation.

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What Our Panel Upgrade Process Includes

01

Load Evaluation

We review your current and anticipated electrical demand to recommend the right power capacity rather than defaulting to the largest option available.

02

Coordinating with your power company.

Larger upgrades often require coordination with your local utility for the service connection.

03

Permit and inspection

Panel upgrades are permitted work in every jurisdiction we serve. We handle the permit application and schedule the required inspection.

04

Installation

We safely shut off power to the existing service, install the new panel and breakers, and reconnect every circuit.

05

Final inspection and walkthrough.

We confirm the upgraded panel passes inspection and walk you through the new breaker layout.

Permits, Inspections, and Working With Your Power Company

A panel upgrade is not a project to leave unpermitted. It changes the service entrance and the property’s main disconnect, both of which the local building department and your utility need to know about. We manage this coordination as part of the project rather than treating it as an add-on.

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What Customers Say

“A key piece of advice from our licensed technician is that proper execution of a panel upgrade is truly vital to prevent unexpected electrical faults. Long-term reliability is exactly what we deliver.”

High Voltage Electrical technician

“Superb attention to detail. They made the rigorous panel upgrade look totally effortless. Will call again.”

Brandon H.

“Five stars! They are unquestionable experts regarding panel upgrades. Will call again.”

Amanda O.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I actually need a panel upgrade?

The clearest signals are breakers tripping under normal multi-appliance use, a panel that’s already near its rated capacity before you’ve added anything new, or an upcoming project (EV charger, addition, remodel) that will increase your load. An on-site load evaluation gives a definitive answer rather than guesswork.

How much does a 200 amp panel upgrade cost?

Panel upgrades start from $1,000 per our current pricing guide. The final price depends on your existing service size, the target power capacity, site access, and whether a permit or coordination with your power company adds to the scope. We confirm an exact number after evaluating your property.

How long does a panel upgrade take?

Timing depends on your existing service, coordination with your power company requirements, permitting turnaround in your city, and equipment availability. We provide a project-specific schedule once we’ve scoped the work, rather than a single number that applies to every property.

Will my power be off during the upgrade?

Yes, briefly. The main service has to be safely shut off while the new panel is installed and circuits are reconnected. We plan the outage window with you in advance so it’s as short and predictable as possible.

Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade?

Yes. Panel upgrades change your service entrance and main disconnect, which requires a permit and inspection in every jurisdiction we serve. We handle the permit application and schedule the inspection as part of the project.

For company-level questions, see our general FAQ.

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