Electrical Panel Upgrade services
- 100 amp to 200 amp service upgrades
- Main panel replacement and relocation
- Federal Pacific, Zinsco and Sylvania panel replacement
- Meter main and service entrance upgrades
- Grounding and bonding brought up to code
- Whole house surge protection at the panel
- Sub panel installation for garages and ADUs
- Permit, utility coordination and inspection
A panel upgrade in California typically takes one day. We coordinate the power shutoff with the utility, remove the old panel, install a new main breaker panel with copper bus and arc-fault and ground-fault protection where required, label every circuit, and restore power the same day. The city inspector signs off, and you are left with clean, organized, future-ready service.
Pricing for a panel upgrade in California depends on amperage, panel location and whether the service entrance or grounding needs work. We give a written flat quote after a short site visit, and it does not change unless you change the scope. Homeowners across California, including Los Angeles, San Diego and San Jose, have trusted us with this exact project.
Signs a California home needs a panel upgrade
- Breakers trip when several appliances run together
- You are adding an EV charger, AC unit or hot tub
- The panel is a fuse box or a recalled brand
- There is rust, heat, buzzing or scorch marks at the panel
- You are planning solar or a battery system
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 200 amp panel upgrade cost in California?
Most California panel upgrades fall within a predictable range that we quote in writing after a quick site visit. The price includes labor, materials, permit and inspection.
Will I lose power during the upgrade?
Yes, for part of the day. We schedule the utility disconnect and reconnect so power is typically restored the same evening.
Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade in California?
Yes. Panel upgrades in California require a permit and inspection. We handle both as part of the job.