200A Service Install

200A Overhead Service Upgrade

Install package prices start from $3800 plus tax, and electrical permit costs vary. Additional charges that are not included in the electrical scope are drywall/paint repair, roof repair, building envelope repair and asbestos testing/abatement (required for homes built prior to 1990). Price is subject to a site visit.

Step 1: Prepare Budget:

Send the following information and images to [email protected]:

  1. Information, full home address
  2. Images of a Hydro Meter (commonly on the exterior of the home) and power connection into your home from a utility source.
  3. Electrical Panels in the home (Clear images of the labelling on the panel)
  4. Appliance list, type of heating in the home, number of electric stoves, hot tubs, etc.

Utility Provider charges approx: $1400 (paid directly to the utility provider) – this is in addition to our quote.

Step 2: On-Site Visit

  1. Once requested information and images have been sent to us, our team will provide a budget via email.
  2. Once a budget is approved, our team will schedule an onsite visit
  3. A final quote will be sent once an onsite visit is completed. If that quote is approved, our office will ask for a deposit prior to pulling permits and scheduling.

Step 3: Permits/Scheduling

  1. Permits take up to a week to be issued
  2. BC hydro scheduling may take up to two weeks. Once a day has been scheduled, we will inform the customer of the date.

Step 4: Day of Upgrade

  1. Power will be turned off for the whole day. Approx.: 7 am-5 pm and reconnected later in the afternoon once the electrical inspector has passed the electrical work
  2. The team will remove the old panel and install the new 200A panel. The layout of the 200A panel will depend on framing. Labeling will be completed according to the original labeling. New 200A Meter base will be surface mounted onto the outside of the home, the original one will be abandoned.

Residential overhead

Note: the customer is responsible for, roof repairs, building envelope repairs, and drywall/paint repairs

Homes built prior to 1990 require drywall testing which is an additional cost to the homeowner.

PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO SITE VISITS AS EACH PROJECT IS UNIQUE

  1. Breakers replaced one for one
  2. Drywall/paint, concrete, roof, and building envelope repairs are not in the electrical budget scope

ADDITIONAL FEES MAY APPLY FOR RESIDENTS LOCATED ON VANCOUVER ISLAND

200A Underground Service Upgrade

Install package prices start from $2500 plus tax, and electrical permits vary. Additional charges that are not included in the electrical scope are drywall/paint repair, roof repair, building envelope repair and asbestos testing/abatement (required for homes built prior to 1990). Price is subject to a site visit.

Step 1-Prepare Budget:

Send the following information and images to [email protected]:

  1. Full home address
  2. Following images: Hydro Meter (commonly on the exterior of the home), power connection into your home from a utility source.
  3. Electrical Panels in the home (Clear images of the labeling of the panel)
  4. Description of electrical panel layout in accordance with utility meter base
  5. Appliance list, type of heating in the home, number of electric stoves, hot tubs, etc.

For an underground 200A service upgrade your home will require a 3″ PVC underground duct that is coming from the utility source. If a 3” PVC pipe is not installed a replacement PVC pipe will need to be installed. This will be an additional cost of approx $1500-$3000 plus tax. Additional Hydro-Vac costs, material and additional labour will be required.

Utility Provider charges approx: $1400 (paid directly to utility provider) – this is in addition to our quote.

Step 2: On-Site Visit

  1. Once requested information and images have been sent to us, our team will provide a budget via email.
  2. Once a budget is approved, our team will schedule an onsite visit.
  3. A final quote will be sent once an onsite visit is completed. If that quote is approved, our office will ask for a deposit prior to pulling permits and scheduling.

Step 3: Permits/Scheduling

  1. Permits take up to a week to be issued
  2. BC hydro scheduling may take up to two weeks. Once a day has been scheduled, we will inform the customer of the date.

Step 4: Day of Upgrade

  1. Power will be turned off for the whole day. Approx.: 7 am-5 pm and reconnected later in the afternoon once the electrical inspector has passed the electrical work
  2. The team will remove the old panel and install the new 200A panel. The layout of the 200A panel will depend on framing. Labeling will be completed according to the original labeling. New 200A Meter base will be surface mounted onto the outside of the home, the original one will be abandoned.

Note: the customer is responsible for, roof repairs, building envelope repairs, and drywall/paint repairs.

underground 200a

KEY NOTES:

• PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO SITE VISITS AS EACH PROJECT IS UNIQUE
• Breakers replaced one for one
• Drywall/paint, concrete, roof, and building envelope repairs are not in the electrical budget scope. Homes built prior to 1990 require asbestos testing – this is an additional cost
• ADDITIONAL FEES MAY APPLY FOR RESIDENTS LOCATED ON VANCOUVER ISLAND

200A Power Upgrades

Do you know what is an Electrical Service Entrance? Many components of your home require proper power upgrades. Most people are unaware of how the electricity in a house or building is set up. Therefore, evaluating electrical repairs may feel daunting. For those that do not know, a service entrance is the connection of the wires to the meter that regulates your electricity usage. This meter is typically on the side of the house, near your electrical panel. Sometimes, it is thought of as the breaker or a fuse box.

This is not a repair you should attempt yourself – it is required that a licensed electrician complete these upgrades. Let’s learn more about the repair and how Wire-Man Electric can serve you:

Upgrading Your Electrical Service Entrance

Many homes have 100 or 200 amp electrical service panels – and this may not be sufficient enough for your needs today. Seventy or one hundred years ago, this might have made sense. Still, our lives have changed tremendously.

In today’s world, our electricity needs encompass smart devices, multiple appliances, TVs, electric heating, electric water heaters, and other electrical needs. Upgrading to 200 amps will give you more power in your house. Old panels may not be able to accommodate these changes. Therefore, you need an expert like Wire-Man Electric to deal with your 200A power upgrade.

If you require a new electrical panel, the electrical load calculation must be completed to convey the correct amount of power. We can assess your current electrical panels and breakers. We can also evaluate the connectors and wires for excessive wear. Constant breakdowns or outages are a hassle – so if you are having problems with an outdated electrical system, let us know: we can help you.

Why You Should Consider an Upgrade

Outside of limited power usage, there are several compelling reasons this repair needs to be completed. The main reason is safety: older systems can be electrical or fire hazards. An affordable and pain-free 200A power upgrade is worth it to save your house and protect your family from danger. This is especially true if wires are corroded, damaged, or deteriorated.

Also, if you add more electrical services to your house, the whole system could be overloaded – and it might shut down or cause a blowout. The best way to know your needs is to have a qualified electrician assess any potential damage. Do not leave your electrical to chance – it is much easier to do the upgrade as a preventative measure than it is to do it after a crisis. Plus, this upgrade will give you increased capabilities for any future needs.

Wire-Man Electric Can Help You With Your 200A Power Upgrades

Luckily, you are in great hands! Our team of licensed electricians located in the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley is capable, detail-oriented and experts in 200A power upgrades. We have over twenty years of experience designing electrical systems, service entrances and installing new panels.

Let us help you find the best solutions – we are experts at upgrades, always offering affordable and complete quality work. Contact us now.

LET’S GET STARTED.

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