West Palm Beach Electrical Panel Upgrades
Whether you are expanding your living space, installing new technologies like an electric vehicle (EV) charger, or updating wiring and other electrical features, your project’s first step could be an electrical panel upgrade. Who can you turn to for the job? Wave Electrical is your go-to for safe and reliable electrical panel upgrades to deliver the power to meet your home’s evolving electrical needs. Our licensed, insured, and highly trained team has tackled thousands of electrical projects and consistently provided great results.
Find out how we can help you by calling (561) 956-5695 or connecting with us online. Free estimates and financing are available.
What Is an Electrical Panel Upgrade?
An electrical panel upgrade involves either of the following:
- Replacing an existing panel with one that has greater power capacity and more efficient energy controls
- Adding circuits to a panel (so long as the panel has room for the new circuits)
- Installing a sub-panel to lighten the load on the main panel and more efficiently distribute electricity to specific areas
Your electrical panel, often called a breaker box, is the primary distribution point for your home’s electricity. This means it receives power from the utility company and then distributes it where you need it.
If you are installing new appliances, renovating your home, or doing anything else that requires your panel to provide more electricity, an upgrade is advantageous. Failing to get one could leave you dealing with overloaded circuits or facing the risk of electrical fires and electrocution.
12 Signs You Need an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Upgrading your electrical panel is essential for ensuring your home's electrical system's safety, efficiency, and capacity. Here are 12 signs that indicate it might be time for an electrical panel upgrade:
- Frequent Circuit Breaker Trips: If your breakers trip often, your electrical panel may be overloaded or malfunctioning.
- Old Panel: An outdated panel, typically over 25-40 years old, may not meet modern electrical needs.
- Limited or No Room for Additional Circuits: If there’s no space for new circuits, your panel may need upgrading.
- Flickering Lights: Flickering lights when appliances start suggest your panel can't handle the load.
- Burning Smell or Discoloration Around the Panel: A burning smell or scorch marks around your panel signal overheating and possible electrical issues.
- Electrical System is Overloaded: Overloaded systems may cause slow or insufficient power delivery to appliances.
- Buzzing or Humming Sounds from the Panel: Unusual noises from the panel indicate a wiring or breaker problem.
- Outdated Fuse Box: If you have a fuse box, it’s time to upgrade to a modern circuit breaker panel.
- Planning Major Renovations or Additions: Major home renovations may require an electrical panel upgrade to meet increased power demand.
- You Use Extension Cords Frequently: Frequent use of extension cords indicates your outlets or panel can’t support all your devices.
- Tripped GFCI Outlets: Constantly tripping GFCI outlets may indicate an overloaded or faulty electrical system.
- You Have an Older or Undersized Panel: An older or undersized panel (below 200 amps) may struggle to meet current electrical demands.
If you notice any of these signs, it's a good idea to consult with a licensed electrician to evaluate your electrical panel and recommend any necessary upgrades to improve safety and performance.
Find out how we can help you by calling (561) 956-5695 or connecting with us online. Free estimates and financing are available.
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As an interior designer is a breath of fresh air to work with the Wave Electrical team.- Migena G.
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I had a serious emergency with our main electric panel at my home. Joey came to repair and replace the same day and did an excellent job.- Aimee P.
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The Benefits of Upgrading Your Electrical Panel
Should you choose us for an electrical panel upgrade in West Palm Beach, you can benefit from the ability to:
- Power additional appliances: Upgrading your panel can give you more outlets and circuits for newer devices, such as washers and dryers, HVAC equipment, and kitchen appliances, that make life easier for your household.
- Increase safety: With a newer panel, you have a lower risk of electrical issues that stem from overloading circuits and tripped breakers.
- Improve energy efficiency: New panels come with advanced features that better manage energy distribution, which can reduce your utility bills.
- Boost property value: When buyers look for new homes, they want to be confident that the electrical system can support their lifestyle. An upgraded panel can help increase your property’s value and attract potential buyers.
- Meet electrical codes: By updating your electrical panel, you can steer clear of code compliance issues or insurance disputes.
Why You Should Never Repair an Electrical Panel Yourself
Although you might be handy around your home and want to save money, attempting to repair your electrical panel is not wise. Working on your panel without the proper training or tools puts you and your household at risk. Even if you shut off the main breaker before performing repairs, there may still be live wires that can cause serious injury or death. Additionally, shoddy workmanship could compromise your electrical system’s functionality and safety, and you might end up paying more for additional repairs or a replacement.
Should you have any concerns about your electrical panel, skip DIY solutions and turn to a professional. Licensed electricians like us have the training, tools, and experience necessary to perform upgrades correctly without exposing households to health risks or compromising the integrity of electrical systems.