Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
Is your home's electrical panel keeping up with modern demands? Older panels with 100-amp service may not safely support today's appliances, EV chargers, and smart home technology. Bolt Electric specializes in panel upgrades from 100A to 200A+ to keep your home safe and powered.
Electrical Panel Replacement in Jacksonville
Learn when an aging or unsafe electrical panel should be replaced by a licensed Jacksonville electrician.
Explore this serviceWhy Choose Bolt Electric
- Increased capacity for modern electrical loads
- Improved safety with updated breakers
- Required for EV charger and generator installation
- Eliminates frequently tripping breakers
- Increases home value and meets current code
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most residential panel upgrades are completed in 4-8 hours in a single visit.
Do I need a permit?
Yes, panel upgrades require a permit and inspection. Bolt Electric handles all permitting for you.
How much does a panel upgrade cost?
Panel upgrades typically range from $1,500-$3,500 depending on your home's needs. We provide free, upfront estimates.
What Jacksonville homeowners should know before a panel upgrade
A panel change is more than swapping a metal box. The service size, meter equipment, grounding, available fault current, utility requirements and new loads all have to work together.
When to call Bolt Electric
- Federal Pacific, Zinsco, Pushmatic or another obsolete panel
- Heat, buzzing, corrosion or discoloration at the panel
- Repeated breaker trips under ordinary household loads
- No capacity for an EV charger, generator, addition or major appliance
- An insurer requests replacement or an electrical-system report
What the process looks like
- 1Inspect the existing service and complete the required load calculation
- 2Explain repair, panel-only and full-service-upgrade options
- 3Coordinate the permit, inspection and utility disconnect when required
- 4Replace equipment, update grounding and clearly label circuits
- 5Complete inspection and utility reconnection
Northeast Florida note: Inside JEA territory, service work may require utility scheduling in addition to the City of Jacksonville permit and inspection. Beaches, Atlantic Beach, Clay, St. Johns and Nassau properties can involve different utilities and permitting authorities; Bolt Electric coordinates the correct path for the job.
Electrical service throughout Northeast Florida
Bolt Electric serves Jacksonville, the Beaches, St. Johns County, Clay County and Nassau County. See local permitting, utility and housing details for your community.
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule your free estimate for electrical panel upgrades today.