Phoenix’s Trusted Electrical Panel Upgrade Experts

Your 1970s 100-amp electrical panel can’t safely handle today’s demands—central AC, EV chargers, pool equipment, and smart home devices pushing your system beyond capacity. When breakers trip constantly or you can’t add circuits for new appliances, it’s time for a professional 200-amp panel upgrade to keep your Phoenix home powered safely and reliably.

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When Your Electrical System Fails, Everything Stops

Electrical panels are your home’s power distribution center—and panels installed 30+ years ago simply can’t handle modern electrical loads safely. When your panel is maxed out, breakers trip constantly, you smell burning plastic, or home inspectors flag your outdated panel, your family is living with serious electrical fire risks every single day.

Common Electrical Panel Upgrade Problems Phoenix Families Face

Constant Breaker Tripping During Summer

Breakers trip every time you run the central AC and dryer simultaneously. Your 100-amp panel is completely overloaded trying to handle Phoenix’s summer electrical demands—dual AC units, refrigerators, pool pumps, and normal appliances. You’re resetting breakers multiple times daily just to keep your home running. Arizona summers push electrical systems beyond their designed limits.

No Room for Additional Circuits

Your electrical panel is completely full with zero available breaker slots. You need to add an EV Level 2 charger, new pool equipment, home office circuits, or addition wiring—but you can’t add a single circuit safely. Your only options are expensive panel replacement or dangerous tandem breakers that overload the panel further.

Federal Pacific or Zinsco Panel

Your home has a Federal Pacific Electric, Zinsco, or Challenger panel—documented fire hazards with breakers that fail to trip during electrical overloads. These recalled panels have caused thousands of house fires. Insurance companies often require immediate replacement and won’t renew policies. Home inspectors always flag these dangerous panels.

Old Fuse Box Instead of Breakers

Your 1950s or 1960s Phoenix home still has an original fuse box with screw-in fuses. You need modern circuit breaker panels for safety, functionality, and code compliance. Fuse boxes lack proper overcurrent protection and create serious fire hazards with modern electrical loads.

Not Enough Outlets

You’re running multiple extension cords and power strips everywhere because your 1960s home doesn’t have nearly enough outlets for today’s connected lifestyle. Daisy-chained power strips create serious fire hazards. Every room needs more outlets at convenient locations—nightstands, desks, kitchen counters, home offices.

Loose or Wobbly Outlets

Plugs fall out of your outlets constantly. The outlet receptacle itself is worn out from years of use, the mounting box is loose inside the wall, or the internal contacts have lost their spring tension. Your devices won’t stay connected reliably—phone chargers fall out overnight, lamps flicker on and off.

Light Switches Don’t Work

You flip the wall switch—absolutely nothing happens. The switch mechanism has failed internally, wiring connections came loose, there’s a problem at the light fixture, or there’s a circuit breaker issue. You’re stuck using table lamps for overhead lighting or living in dark rooms. Three-way switches that control lights from multiple locations are especially prone to wiring problems.

Flickering Lights When AC Starts

Lights dim dramatically throughout your entire house when the AC compressor kicks on. Your undersized 100-amp panel can’t handle the simultaneous electrical load. The voltage drop affects everything—computers shut down, TVs flicker, and appliances struggle. Arizona’s extreme summer heat means your AC cycles constantly, creating non-stop electrical stress.

Insurance Company Requires Panel Replacement

Your insurance company inspected your home and requires immediate electrical panel replacement to maintain coverage. They’ve identified your Federal Pacific panel, undersized 60-amp service, or severely corroded panel as unacceptable fire risks. You have 30-60 days to replace the panel or lose coverage.

Cannot Get Permits for Home Addition

The city won’t approve permits for your home addition, pool, or renovation because your existing electrical panel lacks capacity for additional circuits. Your project is completely stalled until you upgrade to adequate electrical service with proper panel capacity.

Sub-Panel

You’re finishing a detached garage, adding a workshop, or installing pool equipment far from your main panel. A sub-panel distributes power locally at a fraction of the cost of running individual long circuits. It’s the smart solution when your main panel is full but your home still has adequate service capacity. Sub-panels are common for garage conversions, casitas, and outdoor kitchens that need dedicated circuits.

Why Phoenix Families Trust George Brazil for Electrical Panel Upgrade

We understand the stress when you realize your electrical panel can’t safely handle your home’s power needs. No capacity for new circuits means delayed projects, constant breaker trips mean daily frustration, and fire-hazard panels mean genuine fear for your family’s safety.

Electrical panel upgrades require electrical engineering expertise, utility company coordination, city permits and inspections, and precise installation following National Electrical Code requirements. This is absolutely not DIY work—your home’s entire electrical system depends on correct panel installation.

With over 70 years in business and 35+ years serving the Phoenix Valley, we’ve upgraded thousands of electrical panels throughout Arizona. We know Phoenix’s electrical code amendments, coordinate with APS and SRP for service upgrades, and handle all permitting and inspections. We know that Arizona’s extreme heat accelerates panel deterioration and creates unique electrical challenges.

Our Electrical Panel Upgrade Expertise

Highly Trained Electricians

Our electricians complete rigorous electrical training and maintain current certifications. Every panel upgrade meets or exceeds National Electrical Code requirements and local Phoenix building codes. We handle all permit applications and schedule required inspections.

All Major Panel Brands Installed

We install Square D (Schneider Electric), Siemens, Eaton/Cutler-Hammer, and GE electrical panels—the most reliable brands trusted by electricians nationwide. We never cut corners with cheap imported panels that fail within years.

Utility Coordination Expertise

We coordinate directly with APS (Arizona Public Service) and SRP (Salt River Project) for main service upgrades from 100 to 200 amps. We handle all utility paperwork, schedule disconnect/reconnect appointments, and ensure seamless upgrades with minimal downtime.

Complete Load Calculations

We perform detailed electrical load calculations following NEC Article 220 to properly size your new panel for current loads plus 25% future capacity. We account for Arizona’s extreme AC demands that stress electrical systems beyond normal calculations.

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Every electrical panel upgrade is guaranteed. If anything isn’t right, we return and make it right at no additional cost—no exceptions, no excuses. Your safety and complete satisfaction are non-negotiable.

What Sets Us Apart

  • 70+ years in business With 35+ years serving Phoenix metro area families
  • Highly trained, insured, and certified electricians on every panel upgrade
  • Transparent flat-rate pricing—complete costs quoted upfront with no surprises
  • Handle all permits, utility coordination, and inspection scheduling
  • Properly sized panels for Arizona’s extreme AC electrical demands
  • Complete old panel removal and disposal included in every upgrade
  • Same-day or next-day emergency service for dangerous panel conditions

Our 3-Step Electrical Panel Upgrade Process

Step 1

Complete Electrical System Assessment

Our highly trained electrician inspects your existing panel, evaluates total electrical loads, measures actual amp usage, identifies all circuits, and calculates your home’s current and future electrical needs. We determine if you need a simple 100-to-200-amp service upgrade or if additional work is required—new main service lines, meter base replacement, or sub-panel additions. You’ll receive detailed recommendations with clear explanations and upfront pricing.

Step 2

Professional Panel Installation

We coordinate with APS/SRP for temporary power disconnect, install the new 200-amp main panel with proper grounding and bonding, transfer all circuits to new breakers with proper labeling, upgrade main service entrance if needed, and restore full power with minimal downtime. All work meets or exceeds NEC requirements and Phoenix building codes. We schedule city inspections and ensure everything passes on the first attempt.

Step 3

Complete Testing & Documentation

We test every circuit for proper voltage and current, verify all breakers operate correctly, use thermal imaging to confirm no hot connections, clearly label all circuits with detailed descriptions, provide before/after photos documenting the upgrade, and give you all permits and inspection certificates for your records.

You’re not just getting a new panel—you’re getting a complete electrical system upgrade that will safely power your Phoenix home for decades.

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What’s Included in Electrical Panel Upgrade

100-Amp to 200-Amp Service Upgrades

Complete upgrade from inadequate 100-amp service to modern 200-amp capacity. Includes new main panel installation, utility coordination for service upgrade, new weather head and service entrance wiring if needed, proper grounding and bonding, all circuit transfers, and city permits and inspections.

Complete Panel Replacement

Remove and dispose of old, dangerous, or inadequate electrical panels. Install new code-compliant 200-amp panels with modern circuit breakers, AFCI/GFCI protection where required, proper surge protection, and clear circuit labeling. Perfect replacement for Federal Pacific, Zinsco, Challenger, and other problematic panels.

Main Service Entrance Upgrades

Upgrade complete main service from utility pole to panel including new weather head, service entrance cables, meter base, grounding electrode system, and main panel. We coordinate all utility work with APS/SRP and handle temporary power arrangements to minimize disruption.

Generator Transfer Switch Installation

Install automatic or manual transfer switches rated for whole-house backup generators. Properly sized switches, correct wiring for generator circuits, code-compliant installation, and integration with existing electrical panel. Essential for Phoenix homes with monsoon power outage concerns.

Sub-Panel Installation

Install sub-panels for home additions, detached garages, workshops, pool equipment, or guest houses. Proper circuit sizing from main panel, weatherproof enclosures for outdoor installations, and complete labeling. Expands your electrical capacity without main panel replacement.

Emergency Panel Service

Same-day or next-day response for smoking panels, burning smells, extensive corrosion, constant tripping, or insurance company-required emergency replacements. We prioritize dangerous electrical conditions that pose immediate fire risks to Phoenix families.

The Cost of Waiting on Electrical Problems

Delaying electrical repairs or upgrades puts your Phoenix home and family at serious risk:

  • House fires from overloaded electrical panels, failed Federal Pacific breakers, or undersized service unable to trip during faults
  • Lost homeowner’s insurance coverage when insurance companies identify dangerous panels and refuse renewal
  • Failed home sale inspections identifying inadequate electrical panels that delay closing or kill deals completely
  • Constant frustration of tripped breakers disrupting daily life—especially dangerous during Phoenix summer heat
  • Inability to add EV chargers, pools, or home additions because electrical panel lacks capacity
  • Expensive emergency repairs when old panels finally fail catastrophically—often at the worst possible times
  • Lower home resale value from obvious outdated electrical infrastructure that scares away qualified buyers

Don’t wait for a catastrophic electrical panel failure or house fire. Upgrade your panel professionally today.

Life After Professional Electrical Service

Once George Brazil completes your electrical panel upgrade, you’ll experience:

  • Adequate 200-amp electrical capacity to safely power all modern appliances, AC systems, and future additions
  • No more constantly tripped breakers disrupting your Phoenix home during summer heat
  • Ability to add EV Level 2 chargers, pool equipment, home offices, and additions without electrical capacity issues
  • Insurance coverage maintained without panel-related coverage denials or premium increases
  • Home sale inspections pass easily with modern code-compliant electrical panel
  • Complete peace of mind knowing your family is protected by modern circuit protection that actually works
  • Significantly increased home value with updated electrical infrastructure that buyers demand
  • Emergency backup generator capability with proper transfer switch integration

That’s the peace of mind professional electrical work provides.

Electrical Panel Upgrade – Frequently Asked Questions

Complete 100-amp to 200-amp panel upgrades typically cost $2,500-$4,500 depending on whether main service entrance upgrades are needed, utility coordination requirements, panel location accessibility, and number of circuits. Simple panel replacements (same amperage, no service upgrade) cost $1,500-$2,500. Emergency replacements for dangerous panels may include priority dispatch fees. All permits, inspections, utility coordination, and old panel disposal are included. We provide detailed upfront pricing before starting any work—no surprises or hidden charges.

Yes—Phoenix and all Valley cities require electrical permits for panel replacements and service upgrades. We handle all permit applications, fee payments, and inspection scheduling. It’s included in our service. Panel work without proper permits causes serious problems: failed home sale inspections, insurance claim denials if fires occur, code violation fines, and liability for any future electrical problems. Professional permitted work protects your home’s value and your legal liability.

Complete 100-amp to 200-amp service upgrades typically take 6-8 hours for panel installation plus utility company time for disconnect/reconnect (usually scheduled 1-2 weeks ahead). Simple panel replacements (same amperage) take 4-6 hours. Your power will be off for 4-8 hours during installation—we schedule to minimize impact. We complete most panel upgrades in a single day. Emergency dangerous panel replacements get priority scheduling within 24-48 hours.

Absolutely not—electrical panel work requires professional expertise, permits, inspections, and often utility company coordination. DIY panel work risks deadly electrocution (main service lines remain energized), house fires from incorrect installations, failed inspections requiring expensive corrections, voided homeowner’s insurance, and potential manslaughter charges if someone dies from your electrical work. Panel upgrades must be performed by trained, insured electricians. This is not negotiable.

No—panel upgrades don’t increase your electrical usage or utility bills. The new panel simply distributes power more safely and provides capacity for modern loads. Your electric bill is determined by actual electricity consumption (kilowatt-hours used), not panel amperage capacity. In fact, new panels with proper circuit organization often help identify energy waste and reduce consumption.

We recommend 200-amp service for all modern Phoenix homes. Arizona’s extreme summer heat means you’ll run dual AC units, refrigerators, pool pumps, and normal appliances simultaneously. 150-amp service is obsolete and provides inadequate capacity for EV chargers, future additions, and peak summer loads. The cost difference between 150 and 200 amps is minimal—always choose 200 amps for adequate long-term capacity.

Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) and Zinsco panels have documented design defects causing breakers to fail to trip during electrical overloads—allowing wires to overheat and cause fires. These panels have caused thousands of house fires and deaths. The breakers lose spring tension over time and won’t interrupt current when needed. Insurance companies often refuse coverage. Home inspectors always flag them. These panels must be replaced immediately for your family’s safety.

It depends on your existing installation. If your meter base, service entrance cables, and weather head are in good condition and properly sized, we can often upgrade just the panel. However, many older Phoenix homes need complete service entrance upgrades including meter base because original 100-amp components can’t safely handle 200-amp service. We inspect everything and provide honest recommendations.

Yes—power must be off while we work on your main panel for safety. Typical power outages are 4-8 hours depending on work complexity. We schedule upgrades to minimize impact—often starting early morning to restore power by afternoon. For critical equipment (medical devices, refrigeration), we can provide temporary power solutions or expedite the work. We work efficiently to restore your power as quickly as safely possible.

We strongly recommend whole-house surge protection on all new panel installations. Surge protectors install at your main panel and protect all electronics from lightning strikes and utility power surges common during Phoenix monsoon season. They cost $300-$500 installed—a small investment protecting thousands of dollars in electronics, appliances, and HVAC equipment. We include surge protection recommendations with every panel upgrade quote.

What Phoenix Families Say About George Brazil

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Schedule Your Electrical Panel Upgrade Today

Don’t let an inadequate or dangerous electrical panel put your Phoenix home and family at risk any longer. George Brazil has been serving Valley families for over 70 years with professional electrical panel upgrades you can absolutely trust. We coordinate everything—utilities, permits, inspections—so your upgrade is seamless and stress-free.

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Why Choose George Brazil

  • Highly trained electricians with 35+ years of Phoenix electrical experience
  • Complete panel upgrades with all permits, utility coordination, and inspections handled
  • Upfront flat-rate pricing with no surprises or hidden charges
  • 2,800+ five-star reviews from satisfied Phoenix-area homeowners
  • Same-day or next-day service for dangerous emergency panel conditions
  • Square D, Siemens, and Eaton panels—only top-quality brands installed
  • Minimal downtime—most upgrades completed in single day with power restored