Upgrade Your Panel to Handle Modern Demand

Pro Power Electric installs electrical panel upgrades for homes and businesses in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Your electrical panel distributes power to every circuit in your building, and when it cannot keep up with your current demand, breakers trip frequently, certain outlets stop working, or you cannot add new equipment without shutting something else off. This happens often in older homes across Charlotte that were built with 100-amp service or less, long before electric vehicles, home offices, and high-efficiency HVAC systems became common.

Pro Power Electric installs electrical panel upgrades that improve safety, capacity, and compatibility with modern electrical demands. This service is essential when you plan to install an EV charger, backup generator, or additional circuits for new construction or renovation projects. The new panel is installed to meet current electrical codes and usage needs, with proper grounding, labeling, and room for future expansion.

Schedule an electrical panel upgrade consultation and bring your system up to the standard it needs in Charlotte.

What a Panel Upgrade Actually Involves

The electrician begins by evaluating your current panel, calculating total load, and confirming that the utility service line can support the upgrade. In Charlotte, many homes have overhead service lines that may also need upgrading if the existing wire cannot handle the increased amperage. Coordination with the utility company is handled as part of the process.

Once the new panel is installed, you will notice that breakers no longer trip under normal use, you can run multiple high-draw appliances at the same time, and you have open slots for additional circuits when needed. The upgrade also brings your system into compliance with current code requirements, which is important for resale value and insurance coverage.

This service does not include rewiring the entire home or replacing damaged branch circuits, but those issues are identified during the evaluation if they exist. The focus is on installing a panel that meets your current and future electrical needs without compromise.

These Are the Questions That Matter Most

People planning a panel upgrade usually want to know what the process involves, how long it takes, and whether their home is ready for it. These answers address the most practical concerns.

How do you know if your panel needs an upgrade?
If breakers trip frequently, the panel feels warm to the touch, or you cannot add new circuits without exceeding capacity, an upgrade is likely needed. Homes with panels older than 25 years should also be evaluated even if they are still functioning.
What size panel is right for most homes?
Most residential upgrades in Charlotte involve installing a 200-amp panel, which provides enough capacity for modern appliances, HVAC systems, and future expansion. Larger homes or those with extensive electrical demands may require more.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
The installation typically takes between four and eight hours, depending on the complexity of the existing setup and whether the utility service line also needs upgrading. Power is temporarily shut off during the work.
Why is grounding important during an upgrade?
Proper grounding protects your home from electrical faults and lightning strikes by providing a safe path for excess current. Older panels often lack adequate grounding, and upgrading the panel is an opportunity to correct that.
Can you upgrade a panel in a commercial building?
Yes, Pro Power Electric handles panel upgrades for offices, retail spaces, and other commercial properties. The process includes verifying that the new panel meets local inspection and code requirements for commercial installations.

Pro Power Electric works with homeowners and business owners throughout Charlotte who need reliable, code-compliant electrical panels that can handle today's demands and tomorrow's growth. Schedule an electrical panel upgrade consultation and move forward with confidence.