Electrical Panels & Service Upgrades

Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades in Madison, WI

Modern electrical capacity for today’s homes and equipment. If your home needs more electrical capacity, improved reliability, or modernization to support new equipment, upgrading the electrical panel or service may be the right next step.

Signs Your Electrical System Is Reaching Its Limits

Breakers trip frequently or won’t reset
No available breaker space
Lights dim when appliances turn on
Buzzing, heat, or corrosion at the panel
Remodeling or adding new electrical loads
Installing EV chargers, heat pumps, or workshops
Older or obsolete electrical panels

Panel Upgrade vs. Service Upgrade

Panel Upgrade:

Replaces or expands the electrical panel to increase capacity and improve safety.

Service Upgrade:

Increases the electrical service feeding the home when additional power is required. The required scope depends on your existing system and planned electrical use.

Panel & Service Upgrade Work:

Electrical panel replacements and capacity upgrades
Breaker replacements and corrections
Grounding and bonding improvements
Electrical service upgrades when required
Whole-home surge protection options
Panel labeling and organization

Permits & Utility Locates

Electrical panel and service upgrades typically require permits and inspections. When underground utilities are involved, utility locates through Diggers Hotline (811) are required before work begins. We coordinate required permits, inspections, and utility locates to ensure the work is completed safely and in compliance with local and state requirements.