Electrical Panel Upgrades

Don’t Let an Old Electrical Panel Compromise Your Safety

If your panel is outdated, overloaded, or no longer code-compliant, it could be putting your home and your family at risk. From full-service upgrades to targeted panel replacements, our licensed electricians can help you bring your system up to modern safety and performance standards.

Your electrical panel explained

Your electrical panel has two main purposes:

It draws power from the grid and distributes it throughout your home.

It also keeps your home safe by interrupting the flow of electricity in case of a malfunction.

Older panels have a higher risk of malfunctioning, and an outdated 100-amp panel might not have enough capacity to meet your current demand for energy (which is why 200-amp panel upgrades are common.)

Why get a panel upgrade?

Safety. Your risk of electrical fire goes up as your panel ages, and an updated panel is the best way to keep your home safe. There are two ways to bring your panel up to date:

A full panel replacement. An electrician will remove your old panel and install a brand new one.

Upgrades to an existing panel. You can add more circuits to your current panel or introduce safety features like whole-home surge protection without getting a new panel.

There are other important benefits to consider:

You can get a newer 200-amp panel with enough capacity to plug in more devices and appliances, including high-power applications like EV charging.

You have additional electrical capacity for remodeling and extension projects.

A new panel increases your home value.

Updating your panel now can prevent more expensive and disruptive failures later.

It’s also an opportunity to get a smart panel with advanced energy-saving features.

Is it time for a new electrical panel?

Electrical panels last 25 to 40 years on average. It’s a wide time range because maintenance and usage have a lot to do with how long your panel will last.

If you’re getting close to the end of your panel’s lifecycle, you’ll likely notice these signs:

Your home still has fuses instead of breakers.

The breakers trip often, especially when a large appliance starts up.

You’re dealing with dimming or flickering lights.

There is heat or an unusual smell coming from the panel or outlets.

This means your electrical structure is overloaded and struggling to keep up.
If you’re not seeing any of these signs, still consider a panel upgrade to bring your electrical systems up to code like adding whole-home surge protection.

Why choose JAXSL for your panel upgrade?

As a family-owned business, JAXSL works hard to bring you high-quality electrical work and reliable advice for your electrical upgrades.

Safety and compliance. We’re a licensed electrician provider and follow all local and national electrical codes.

Experienced local electricians. We serve the NY, NJ, PA and FL areas. We dispatch local experts who understand the power demands unique to your households and how climate might affect your electrical systems.

Comprehensive services. You can count on us to do a thorough panel assessment before recommending the best option for your home. We’ll discuss your upgrade options and coordinate the entire project, from getting the initial permit to scheduling the final inspection.

Electrical panel upgrade: What’s the process like?

With JAXSL, upgrading your electrical panel is a simple and stress-free process:

We always start with an assessment to determine the age and state of your panel.
Next, we’ll discuss your options and create a customized plan for your panel replacement or upgrades.
We can then pull the necessary electrical permit from your local building department.
We’ll perform the electrical work on time and on budget.
Once we’re done, we’ll do a few tests, conduct our own inspection and coordinate with your local building department for the final inspection.

Get your free electrical panel assessment

Is it time to upgrade your panel? Get a professional recommendation with a free electrical panel assessment from JAXSL.

Electrical Panel Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a 200-amp panel?

A 200-amp electrical panel can draw more power from the grid. It’s necessary if you need to power multiple circuits simultaneously or have high-demand applications like EV charging or an electric HVAC system.

Is upgrading your electrical panel worth it?

Yes, an up-to-date electrical panel is important for keeping your home safe. It also improves your home value, and you might see a reduction in energy bills once you update your electrical infrastructure.

Can you add breakers to the panel?

A licensed electrician can add breakers and circuits to your panel if the demand from these new systems won’t exceed the panel’s capacity.