Electrical Panel Replacement
Electric panels are one of the most important components of your house. Keeping yours up to date and serviced properly will ensure all of your electronics and appliances run smoothly.
Local Electric Panel Specialists
Considered the heartbeat of your electrical services, your electric panel houses the circuit breakers that control how well your electricity runs throughout your household. Without a proper running electric panel, you can experience multiple outages, power surges, fried appliances, and many more expensive issues.
You may consider having your electrical panel replaced if:
- Moisture or water has entered your panel
- Your existing panel can not handle the electrical load necessary
- You have a Federal Pacific or Pushmatic brand panel
Being proactive when it comes to the health of your electric panel will pay off dearly over time. If your panel is aged or damaged, you should call your local service provider soon. One of the most common issue in a home is when moisture or water enters the electrical system. Lights On Electric has excellent experience with electric panel replacements. Any good electrician knows that a well working electric panel is of the utmost importance when dealing with residential homes. Choosing the right company like our team will help you navigate your way to a safer household for you and your family. You should not have to deal with important projects like an electric panel upgrade on your own, call Lights On Electric today.
Promoting Efficiency and Safety
Why Upgrade My Electric Panel?
When aged electric panels begin to malfunction, typically overloaded circuits are at the root of the problem. Whether you have to turn off an appliance to use another one or you notice your lights flickering and dimming, you will want to get this diagnosed by an expert as soon as you can. Malfunctioning electric panels can lead to tripping breakers, melted wires, smoke, shocks, and in a worst case scenarios, house fires. For the safety of your family and your home, proactively servicing and replacing an old electric panel will bring you the peace of mind every homeowner should have. We rely on our electronics and appliances more than ever today. Obtaining the most efficient electrical foundation and flow will prevent any of these issues from happening to you.
Given the change over the past decades with more and more appliance requiring more electricity, many homeowners are finding they need to upgrade their electrical panel to a higher amperage. Additional amperage provides more electrical capacity for your home, allowing more devices to run at the same time without experiencing failures.
Our Happy Customers
Great experience with this company . The work was done within time frame given . The electrical workers were knowledgeable, courteous, professional, proficient and patient, they cleaned up and removed debris. I would recommend them
True C.
Philadelphia, PA
Did great work with Tesla wall connector installation. Good service. Great work
Shoban K.
Haverford, PA
Jeff from Lights On Electric was very knowledgeable of the work that I needed done to correct a bad job done years ago. The other technicians that came out to do the work did a great job.
Leah J.
Doylestown, PA
Chris and his crew worked tirelessly to move our electric panel to avoid water leak. It was a jungle of wires but did a great job and worked as fast as they could to restore our power. Highly recommended
Omar M.
Wynnewood, PA
This is a great team to hire when you need things done right! I needed to get a designated outlet for my hospital bed and it works wonderfully!
Donna H.
Bristol, PA
I had them come out for an inspection of my old electrical system, they came out immediately and scheduled an appointment for the repair within days. The guys that came out to do the work were amazing, and very professional. Would highly recommend their services to anyone.
Chris M.
Feasterville, PA
1st time experience with Lights On Electric. Overall excellent service for a complex job – prompt response, knowledgeable & courteous electricians, Jeff, Chris, Joe, Juan & Shawn, & Maria in the office who coordinated
Steven G.
Norristown, PA
Exceptional service from start to finish.Jeff (sales representative)was professional and knowledgeable.Shawn and Joe( technicians) were skilled, courteous,worked in a timely manner and left my home spotless. They all went above and beyond. I highly recommended this business.
Christine D.
Ardmore, PA
Lights On provided excellent customer service. They were the first pros onsite and even price matched other bids. They were willing to work on pricing during downsizing at my job. They did excellent work and I highly recommend them.
Michael P.
Abington, PA
Exceptional service! The team promptly replaced my ground wire and outlets on the same day I contacted them. Thank you for the swift and efficient work!
Mike B.
Brookhaven, PA
Electric Panel Replacement Specialists
Think of the electrical panel as the “brain” of your home’s electrical system. Its primary job is to take the high-voltage electricity provided by your utility company and divide it into smaller subsidiary circuits that power your lights, outlets, and appliances.
Inside the panel, you’ll find a series of switches called circuit breakers. Each breaker is designed to handle a specific amount of current. If a circuit becomes overloaded or a “short” occurs, the breaker automatically flips to the “off” position, cutting the power to prevent the wires from overheating. Sometimes tripped breakers simply needs to have a circuit breaker replacement completed; while others may signal it is time for the electrical panel replacement to take place.
Why Do Electrical Panels Need to be Upgraded?
Modern life is power-hungry. A few decades ago, a 60-amp or 100-amp panel was plenty for a standard home. Today, with electric vehicle chargers, central air conditioning, high-end kitchen suites, and multiple computers, most homes require a 200-amp service upgrade to function smoothly.
Common reasons for an upgrade include:
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Home Renovations: Adding a new room or a hot tub requires more dedicated circuits.
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Eliminating Power Struggles: If you can’t run the microwave and the hair dryer at the same time without a blowout, your panel is over-taxed.
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Insurance Requirements: Many insurance companies now refuse to cover homes with outdated or dangerous panel brands.
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Installing an EV Charger: High-speed Level 2 chargers typically require a dedicated 50-amp circuit that older panels cannot support.
Why Some Electrical Panels Fail
Not all panels are created equal, and time is rarely kind to electrical components. Panels generally fail due to:
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Obsolescence: Brands like Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) or Zinsco are notorious for design flaws where breakers fail to trip during an overload, leading to catastrophic fires.
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Corrosion and Moisture: If your panel is located in a damp basement or near a leak, rust can build up on the bus bars, creating “arcing” and heat damage.
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Loose Connections: Over years of thermal expansion and contraction, wires can wiggle loose. This creates high resistance, which can melt the plastic casing of the breakers.
The Benefits of Professional Replacement
Choosing Lights On Electric for your electric panel replacement means more than just a new box on the wall. It means peace of mind. A new, professionally installed panel provides:
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Enhanced Fire Safety: Modern breakers respond instantly to faults.
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Consistent Power: No more flickering lights or sagging voltage.
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Increased Property Value: A certified 200-amp upgrade is a major selling point for any home.
Other Services We Provide
Although we provide skillful electric panel service, Lights On Electric offers a variety of services to fit your needs. Services include but are not limited to:
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When important electrical components in your house need to be fixed properly, be sure to call Lights On Electric to schedule your service. We offer professional and reliable service at an affordable price.
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