Electrical panel upgrades are a crucial investment for homeowners looking to enhance their property’s safety, efficiency, and value.
Here are some benefits of upgrading your electrical panel:
- More Capacity. Older homes often have panels that can’t handle modern power demands. Electrical panel upgrades typically increase your home’s amperage capacity, allowing you to run more appliances and electronics simultaneously without overloading the system. This reduces the risk of tripped breakers and potential electrical fires.
- Better Safety Features. These include more sensitive circuit breakers that react faster to electrical faults, reducing the risk of electrical fires. Many new panels also incorporate arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) and ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), providing additional protection against electrical hazards.
- Improved Energy Efficiency. Electrical panel upgrades can improve home energy efficiency. Newer panels distribute electricity more evenly and efficiently, potentially lowering energy bills. They also make it easier to integrate energy efficient appliances and smart home technologies.
- Code Compliance. Electrical panel upgrades ensure your home meets these current codes, which is crucial for insurance purposes and if you plan to sell your home in the future.
- Support for Home Additions. An electrical panel upgrade may be necessary to add new rooms or major appliances to your home. It ensures your electrical system can safely handle the increased power demands.
- Reduced Insurance Premiums. Many insurance companies offer lower premiums for homes with updated electrical systems. Electrical panel upgrades demonstrate that your home is at lower risk for electrical fires, which can translate into savings on your homeowners insurance.
Electrical panel upgrades are more than just a maintenance task; they are an investment in your home’s safety, efficiency, and future. Our licensed professionals perform electrical work to ensure safety and code compliance. If you’re considering an upgrade, contact us to discuss your needs and options.
