Main Panel Upgrades
Main Panel Upgrades
Upgrade your electrical service to safely handle EV chargers, heat pumps, ADUs, and modern loads. We plan the load, pull the permit, coordinate with your utility, and install a new main panel built for what your home needs next.
- 200 Amp Panel Upgrades
- Main Panel Replacement
- Subpanel Installation
- Electrical Service Upgrades
- Load Calculations
- Grounding & Bonding Corrections
What We Install
Service Details
- 200 Amp Panel UpgradesIncrease service capacity from 60–125A to 200A for EVs, electrification, and additions.
- Main Panel ReplacementReplace outdated, damaged, or recalled panels — including Federal Pacific, Zinsco, and Pushmatic.
- Subpanel InstallationAdd circuits for garages, workshops, ADUs, and remodels without overloading the main panel.
- Electrical Service UpgradesMeter socket, service mast, and utility coordination for overhead and underground services.
- Load CalculationsNEC load calculations to size your service correctly before you buy equipment.
- Grounding & Bonding CorrectionsBring grounding electrode systems and bonding up to current code during the upgrade.
Signs your home needs a panel upgrade
- You are adding an EV charger, heat pump, induction range, or ADU
- Breakers trip regularly or the panel feels warm
- The panel is 60A, 100A, or a brand with known safety problems
- There is no room for new breakers or double-tapped breakers are present
- An insurer, inspector, or home inspection flagged the panel
Planned around utility coordination
Most service upgrades require the electric utility to disconnect and reconnect power and inspect the new meter socket. We schedule the permit inspection and utility release so your home is without power for as short a window as possible.
Our Process
How It Works
- 01Site visit and load calculation
- 02Written estimate with equipment specifications
- 03Permit and utility service request
- 04Installation, labeling, and circuit testing
- 05City inspection and utility reconnection
Questions
FAQ
How long does a main panel upgrade take?
Installation is typically completed in one day. The full timeline depends on permit approval and utility scheduling for the disconnect and reconnect.
Do I need a permit to replace my electrical panel?
Yes. Panel replacements and service upgrades require an electrical permit and inspection in Los Angeles County cities. We handle the permit application and inspection.
Do I need a 200 amp panel for an EV charger?
Not always. A load calculation shows whether your existing service can support a charger, sometimes with load management. We will tell you if an upgrade is truly necessary.
Will my power be off during the upgrade?
Yes, for part of the day while the utility disconnects service and the new panel is installed. We plan the work to keep that window as short as possible.
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