Electrical Panel Upgrades

An electric panel is the distribution board of your home’s electricity. The panel acts as a divider for electricity in your house. A panel receives the electricity from your power company and breaks it down to send power to different areas of your home. When your breaker panel is too small or gets too old, it does not work effectively for your needs. In some cases, your panel may send too much power into your wires. This causes the wires to melt and increases the risk of a fire or an electrical shock when you plug in your heating or air conditioning system.

When an older electric panel has too much power, your fuse blows. With a newer system, the circuit breaker will flip into the off position to prevent the wires from melting. The breaker flips when an electromagnet receives enough current trigger a metal lever. To reset the breaker, all you need to do is flip the breaker switch back.

If your electrical system is not working properly, then you and your family face undue risks to your health and safety, including fire hazards. By upgrading to a 200-amp panel, your system will be better able to handle the needs of a modern lifestyle.

At NEXGEN, we can upgrade your electrical panel for better performance and safety. The primary benefit of upgrading to a 200-amp panel is your safety. An outdated panel with limited capabilities may cause a fire hazard. When your electrical wires melt, it also increases the risk of an electric shock. By upgrading to a new panel, you will have fewer safety risks. This will also prevent your home from going through unnecessary blackouts and other complications from a blown fuse or a circuit breaker that flips off. The final advantage to consider is the greater flexibility for your lifestyle. You will not need to worry about losing power when using your AC or heating system. You can feel confident in your home’s electricity.

If your panel is serving your needs and there are no larger-scale electrical problems, a service technician can repair it. Common repair work involves the cables serving the breaker panel, including the service-entrance cable that is prone to wearing out. A technician can easily fix loose cables or missing parts such as anchors and clamps.

However, if the panel is damaged by a water leak or excess moisture, if metal parts and wiring are corroded, or if circuit breakers fall out of the box or appear damaged, it’s best to replace the unit. Breakers not tripping when they should can put your home in danger. If you notice electrical sparks, flickering lights, sizzling noises, or electrical surges and outages that occur often in your home, call a professional electrician right away to assess the problem. Also, use your sense of touch and smell. A circuit breaker that feels hot means the circuit is overloaded and a fire can occur at any time. If there’s a burning smell coming from the panel, it means the material has already burned and the underlying problem won’t go away unless it’s fixed or the panel is replaced.

A replacement panel will enable your appliances and electronics to run more reliably. It can also extend their lifespan as they’ll be protected against power surges, which can cause serious damage. Flickering lights won’t be a nuisance either. Depending on your insurance company, you may receive incentives such as discounts on your monthly premium when you update your electrical panel. A service panel upgrade can also increase the value of your home. Should you decide to sell it, potential buyers may be more interested if a new breaker box installation was recently completed. Your home will also support appliances that require a 240V circuit, including water heaters, dryers, and electric car chargers.

When you want to upgrade to a 200-amp electrical panel, you want to work with the best professionals. At NEXGEN, we have 12 years of experience working on electrical panels and systems in the Anaheim, Palm Desert, and Los Angeles areas and across the Inland Empire. We offer excellent maintenance services and we work quickly when an emergency occurs. NEXGEN is a family-owned and operated business. We’re committed to quality, safety, and our customers’ comfort and well-being. Free second opinions are provided when needed. For homeowners concerned with cost, we strive to make service as affordable as possible with offers and coupons, as well as our X Protection Plan. Members save on routine maintenance and emergency service calls, so you can count on us any time you experience trouble with your electrical panel. All our employees go through a strict background check and are verified before they work on your panel. They are also fully licensed and insured. We are Google Certified for home services. Our air conditioning services and heating services go hand-in-hand with upgrading your electric panel. We also offer HVAC repairs and replacements, HVAC installations, and HVAC maintenance.

Feel confident in your electricity with an electrical panel upgrade from NEXGEN. The leading home services provider in Southern California, we will provide you with a free quote, which includes an inspection to determine how to best serve your home. To learn more our about our electrical or HVAC services, or to set up an appointment with a professional, contact us today. A friendly representative will answer your questions and provide the quality service you need.