Your home’s electrical service is the backbone of your entire electrical system. When it becomes outdated, overloaded, or unsafe, a full service replacement ensures your family has reliable power and peace of mind for years to come.
What Is an Electrical Service Replacement?
A service replacement (sometimes called a “service upgrade”) involves removing your home’s existing electrical meter, panel, and service wiring, and installing brand-new equipment that meets today’s safety codes and power demands.
What’s Included in a Full Service Replacement?
When we perform a service replacement, we handle every step from start to finish:
- Removal of Old Equipment – The outdated service panel, meter base, and service wiring are carefully removed.
- New Meter & Panel Installation – We install a new utility-approved meter socket and main electrical panel (100A, 150A, or 200A depending on your needs).
- Upgraded Service Wiring – New service entrance conductors, conduit, and connections are installed to safely bring power into your home.
- Grounding & Bonding – We bring your home’s grounding system up to current NEC standards, including ground rods, water pipe bonding, and bonding of gas piping where required.
- Circuit Reconnection & Labeling – All of your home’s branch circuits are reconnected, breakers are installed, and the panel is clearly labeled for ease of use.
- Final Inspection & Power Restoration – Once complete, the work is inspected and approved by the local authority before the utility restores power to your home.
Why Homeowners Choose to Replace Their Electrical Service
- Safety – Old panels can have worn breakers, loose connections, or outdated designs that increase the risk of fire or shock.
- Capacity – Today’s homes need more power for appliances, HVAC, EV chargers, and electronics. A modern panel ensures you won’t be overloaded.
- Resale Value – A new electrical service is a strong selling point for potential buyers.
- Peace of Mind – With a new, code-compliant installation, you know your home’s power system is built to last.
How Long Does It Take?
Most service replacements can be completed in a single day, with power restored the same evening once inspection and utility reconnection are complete.