Should I Upgrade My Electrical Panel?

Should I Upgrade my Home Electrical Panel?

Owning your own home is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its own set of unique challenges. From remodels and renovations to major fixes and repairs, some people have gone as far as saying you don’t own a home you own a hobby. That said, there are certain items in your home that absolutely require your attention, and panel upgrades and electrical repair fall into this category. In fact, anything that falls into the residential electrical services category is worth prioritizing, and most electrical services require the help of an expert. If the time has come to replace your home electrical panel or you are in need of an electrical panel upgrade, look no further than the professionals at Wireman Electric.

What is a Home Electrical Panel?

Electrical panels are often referred to as fuse or breaker boxes, and every home with electricity has one. In short, these boxes serve as the gateway between exterior wiring coming from the electrical company to the electrical system inside your home. While these panels are built to last, they do occasionally need replacing. If you are experiencing any of the following, it may be time for you to pursue an electrical panel upgrade or installing a new electrical panel.

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Dimming Lights

An easy way to identify if you need an electrical panel upgrade is if your lights are dimming on their own. Generally, this is a good indicator that your electrical panel in its current state cannot keep up with the electrical demands you are putting on it. If that is the case, it is time to consider an electrical panel replacement.

Tripping Breakers

Similar to dimming lights, if you notice that your tripping your breaker often it is a good sign to pursue installing a new house electrical panel. One of the major roles of a breaker box is to shut off electricity when it notices overloads in order to prevent fires, electrocution, and other problems. However, if you are tripping your breakers often there is likely something wrong with your electrical panel wiring.

Remodelling Your Home

Many problems with house electrical panels come down to overloading them. If you are planning a major remodel or are hoping to expand your home, you will likely need to hire residential electrical services for a panel upgrade to accommodate the increase in load on your breaker box.

There are a lot of home improvement projects that you can take on yourself, but electrical repair should always be left to the professionals. Whether your house electrical panel is older than twenty years old or you have noticed one of the indicators above, now may be the time to consider a panel upgrade or repair. Give the experts at Wireman Electric a call today. With the best electrical contractor rates around, as well as the most experienced electricians available, you will be hard-pressed to find a better team for the job!

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