Service & Panel Upgrades
Why perform an Electrical Panel Upgrade?
- Do you experience flickering or dimming of your lights?
- Do your circuit breakers trip frequently?
- Do you hear crackling sounds or feel excessive heat from your panel box?
- Do your fuses blow regularly?
- Do you plan to add major electrical appliances, like a spa or hot tub, to your electric system?
- Do you plan to renovate or make an addition to your home?
- If you answer “YES” to any of these questions, you may need an electric panel upgrade.
Before Panel Upgrade

After Panel Upgrade

What is an Electric Panel or Service Upgrade?
- A panel and service upgrade improves the safety and reliability of your electric system.
- A panel upgrade involves changing the electric panel equipment serving your home or business.
- A panel upgrade is performed to replace outdated electric panel equipment.
- A panel/service upgrade protects you with added safety to the electric system.
- Electric utility companies prefer licensed electricians to perform electric panel/service upgrades.
- An electric permit, from the building department, is required to perform panel/service upgrades.
- A panel/service upgrade will add “VALUE” and “PEACE-of-MIND” for your home or business.
Before Service Upgrade

After Service Upgrade

What should I expect from an Electrical Panel or Service Upgrade?
- Contact Higher Power Electric for an analysis to determine if a panel upgrade is needed.
- If needed, the electric panel will be replaced with a code approved panel and circuit breakers.
- A panel upgrade may require the replacement of associated electric service wiring as well.
- A panel/service upgrade will update the main grounding system for added safety.
- The electric power will be off typically less than a day for the upgrade to be completed.
- Foods in a refrigerator or freezer will be safe during the time the panel upgrade is performed.
- An electric permit is included for the upgrade and inspected by your local safety inspector.