Electrical panel repair & upgrades.The right work.
A clear reason.

That depends on the cause and the equipment’s condition. A circuit fault or defective compatible breaker may be repairable without replacing the panel. Heat damage, corrosion, unsuitable equipment, or other serious issues can require replacement. We inspect the installation and explain the recommended scope.

A panel replacement changes the equipment distributing power to your circuits. A service upgrade changes the supported service capacity and may also involve the meter base, service conductors, disconnect, grounding, and utility work. A new panel alone does not automatically increase service capacity.

The price depends on the equipment, service capacity, existing wiring, access, required protection, and any meter, grounding, utility, or permit work. We provide a project-specific quote after reviewing the installation. Ask each contractor to identify what is included so you can compare the same scope.

The correct service size comes from an assessment and an electrical load calculation. Your existing equipment, planned appliances, heating, cooling, EV charging, and other loads all matter. There is no one service size that is right for every home. Larger-service arrangements also need utility and equipment review.

No. We evaluate circuit space, existing service capacity, the proposed charging load, and the installation requirements. Depending on the project, a suitable charging rate or approved load-management approach may be an option. A subpanel adds circuit space but does not increase the service capacity.

No. The simulator uses example appliance loads and simplified arithmetic. It cannot assess your wiring, breaker condition, service-leg balance, continuous-load requirements, or applicable load calculation. Its results explain how loads add up; an electrician must evaluate the real installation.

Available breaker spaces and electrical capacity are different. A breaker may trip because of an overload on one circuit, an appliance problem, a wiring fault, or a breaker issue. A panel can have open spaces while an individual circuit has a problem. Repeated trips need diagnosis.

A subpanel can provide additional circuit positions when the existing system can support it. It does not create extra utility service capacity. We assess the feeder, panel ratings, available capacity, and planned loads before recommending a subpanel or a service change.

There is no single age that proves a panel is safe or unsafe. Equipment condition, environment, past work, manufacturer guidance, and parts availability matter. Arrange an assessment when you notice unusual heat, corrosion, recurring trips, damage, or a change in your electrical needs.

Tell us the name and any concerns you already know about without removing a cover. These older systems warrant a focused evaluation of the exact equipment, condition, and suitable replacement options. We explain the findings and recommended work for your installation rather than relying on age alone.

Panel replacement and service-upgrade projects generally require an electrical permit and inspection. The exact process depends on the locality, building type, and scope. For example, Fairfax County lists new residential service and replacement electrical equipment among permit-required work. We handle the required approvals for our work.

Plan for a scheduled outage. Many straightforward installations can be performed in a day, but the total timeline depends on the scope, utility scheduling, inspections, and conditions found on site. We discuss the outage plan before work and explain what must happen before reconnection.

Yes. Our gallery includes townhouse and condominium panel work. Access, working space, building management, service ownership, and a coordinated shutdown can affect the plan. We review those details with you before scheduling the installation.

PRO Electric plus HVAC offers a 10-year workmanship warranty on its panel work, separate from the equipment manufacturer’s warranty. Ask for the written coverage, terms, and exclusions with your proposal so you know how each warranty applies.

Do not remove the panel cover or work on internal wiring. Parts can remain energized even when a main breaker is off. Panel diagnosis and replacement require appropriate equipment, training, and safe isolation. If there is smoke, fire, or suspected electrical burning, move to safety and call 911.

PRO Electric plus HVAC serves Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, and Prince William Counties and nearby Northern Virginia communities. Call 703-225-8222 to confirm your address or request a free panel estimate. Financing is available on request, and our veteran discount program applies.