Time for an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Electrical Panel Upgrade: Main Service Panel Replacement in North Georgia Home
When an older home’s electrical system can no longer handle today’s appliances, lighting, and smart-home gadgets, it’s time for a professional panel upgrade. At North Georgia Electrical Services, we recently completed a main service panel replacement for a homeowner in North Georgia — upgrading to a higher-capacity circuit breaker panel to enhance safety, performance, and future-proof the property.
As a licensed electrician specializing in residential and commercial electrical services across Gwinnett County and surrounding areas, we handle everything from electrical panel upgrades, fuse box replacement, 200-amp main breaker installation, to circuit load balancing and full compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Why Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
Many homes built decades ago were wired for much lower electrical loads. With modern demands — high-efficiency HVAC, EV charging readiness, heavy kitchen appliances, and smart devices — the older panel becomes a bottleneck or even a safety hazard. Common signs that your panel needs upgrading include frequent breaker trips, buzzing breakers, warm panel covers, or outdated fuse box design.
In this project, our assessment revealed that the existing sub-100-amp panel was overloaded, with mismatched breakers and insufficient capacity. We recommended a full panel upgrade to:
Provide a dedicated 200-amp service panel for future expansions
Replace outdated wiring and breakers that posed risks of overheating and fire
Improve power distribution and reduce nuisance tripping
Ensure full code compliance and pass any required inspection
Our Panel Upgrade Process
1. Load Analysis & Planning
We started with a thorough electrical load calculation to determine current and future demand. This ensured the upgrade would meet the homeowner’s usage now and for years to come.
2. Permits & Code Compliance
As a professional electrical contractor serving residential and light commercial clients in North Georgia and Gwinnett County, we pulled the necessary permits and adhered to the latest NEC standards — including grounding, bonding, conductor sizing, and panel labeling.
3. Old Panel Removal & New Panel Installation
We safely de-energized the service, removed the old panel and outdated breakers, prepared the enclosure, and installed a new high-quality 200-amp main breaker service panel with surge protection and expansion capacity for future circuits.
4. Circuit Re-routing & Labeling
All branch circuits were carefully re-routed, properly labeled, and documented. We double-checked every connection, secured the panel cover, and ensured the homeowner has a clean, safe distribution center.
5. Final Inspection & Functional Test
After wiring completion, we conducted rigorous testing: verifying breaker function, load distribution, panel temperature, grounding continuity, and overall system integrity. The local inspection passed with flying colors.
The Impact: Better Power, Peace of Mind, Enhanced Safety
With the new service panel in place, the homeowner now enjoys:
Stable electrical performance with no more nuisance breaker trips
Safe, code-compliant wiring that reduces fire risk
Capacity for future upgrades (EV charger, home expansion, workshop)
Improved home value, thanks to professional electrical infrastructure
The confidence of working with a trusted local electrician
Choose North Georgia Electrical Services for Your Panel Upgrade
As a top electrical contractor serving residential and commercial clients in North Georgia, we’re proud to have earned recognition for excellence and reliability. We’ve been awarded:
Best of Georgia 2024 and 2025, and Best of Gwinnett 2024, with a nomination for Best of Gwinnett 2025.
Whether you’re facing an outdated panel or you’re planning to add heavy-load equipment like an EV charger or HVAC system, North Georgia Electrical Services is your licensed, insured partner. Our skilled team will deliver quality, safety, and lasting value.
Ready to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
Don’t wait until your system shows signs of stress or failure. Visit www.northgeorgiaelectricalservices.com or call 404-502-8252 to schedule a consultation with our expert team. Upgrade your home’s electrical service today and enjoy the safety and performance you deserve.