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Electrical Service Panel Upgrades in Durham Region & Northumberland County

Is your home’s electrical panel outdated or still using a fuse box? Upgrading your electrical panel is essential for safety, reliability, and meeting modern power demands. At Penfold Electric, we provide expert electrical service panel upgrades to ensure your home can handle the needs of today’s technology.

 

 

Why Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?

Modern appliances, such as hot tubs, dryers, and tankless water heaters, require more power. If your home has an old fuse box or panel, it may struggle to supply enough electricity, risking overloads and failures. Upgrading to a 200 Amp or 400 Amp service ensures your home can power these devices safely.

The Importance of Upgrading from a Fuse Box

Older fuse boxes lack modern safety features and are prone to causing electrical issues. Unlike breakers, which can be reset, fuse boxes require fuse replacements when tripped. A breaker panel provides better protection, easier maintenance, and prevents potential fire hazards.

Benefits of Electrical Panel Upgrades

  • Increased Capacity: A 200 Amp or 400 Amp service powers high-demand appliances without overload risks.

  • Enhanced Safety: Modern breaker panels reduce electrical fire and shock hazards.

  • Higher Home Value: An upgraded panel increases market value and appeal.

  • Future-Proof: Prepare for future electrical demands with an upgraded panel.
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Why Choose Penfold Electric?

With over 40 years of experience, Penfold Electric ensures a safe, efficient, and reliable electrical system. Contact us today at (647) 493-4088 for your electrical panel upgrade!

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Service Panel Upgrade FAQ

Why change from fuse box to breaker panel?

  • Fuses leave more room for DIY error. When a fuse blows often it is replaced with an incorrect one. Incorrect fuse installation can lead to overheating of cables which is a hazard.
  • A fuse box is not equipped for GFCI's or AFCI's. Ground Fault Circuit Interruptors work to prevent electrocution while Arc Fault Circuit Interruptors are used to prevent fires. Often devices which require this protection go overlooked due to Fuse boxes not having the capability for these safety devices.
  • Fuses are much less convenient. With circuit breakers all that is necessary is a reset when it trips. Fuses can not be reset and require replacement.

Why upgrade your service to a 200 Amp/400 Amp service?

  • Capability. Do you find your breaker panel has no more spaces left? An over crowded Panel will leave no room for expansion.
  • Power Consumption. With the installation of additional electrical equipment requires more electricity from the Grid. All these things mentioned draw a lot of power from the grid and often a 100 amp service will not be able to carry these loads.
  • Value. These installations very often make your home more attractive to Buyers and will pay for itself when selling your home.

What Does It Cost to Upgrade an Electrical Panel?

When you are considering upgrading your electrical panel, your first thought might be what the cost to upgrade an electrical panel is. There are many factors that may influence the cost of your panel upgrade. We would be pleased to provide you with a free quote. We know everyone wonders “how much does an electrician cost?” See our pricing table for more information on the costs of electrical contracting services.

What Amp Level Should I Upgrade To?

If you are looking to upgrade your fuse box, you may be wondering which amp level you should upgrade to. In many cases, we will suggest upgrading to 200 amp service. Contact us today to learn more about the cost to upgrade to 200 amp service. We would be pleased to provide you with a quote.

Do You Offer Aluminum Wiring Replacement?

If you are upgrading your fuse box, you may also be considering upgrading other electrical components of your home. In addition to upgrading your electrical panel, we also provide residential aluminum wiring replacement to keep your home safe.

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