As technology advances and our reliance on electricity grows, it's important to ensure that your home's electrical panel is up to date. The electrical panel, also known as the circuit breaker box, regulates the flow of electricity through your home. A circuit breaker is designed to stop the flow of electricity when the demand skyrockets. The safety mechanism is designed to prevent overloaded circuits, which can lead to electrical fires. Over time, wear and tear can cause the electrical panel to become outdated and potentially unsafe. Upgrading your electrical panel keeps your home safe and increases its efficiency. Contact us to learn more about our electrical panel upgrade services.
Signs You May Need an Electrical Panel Upgrade
Your electrical panel may show signs of aging or wear and tear. We can inspect your current system to determine if you need an upgrade. Some of the most common signs it may be time for an electrical panel upgrade include the following:
- Rust or corrosion
- Warm electrical panel
- Crackling or sizzling sounds
- Your home has a split-bus panel or fuse block panel
- Appliances cannot run at full power
- The need for excessive extension cords
- Your home has a 60-amp electrical service
- Your home has 100-amp electrical service and will not run all appliances
Outdated Electrical Panels
Homes more than 25 years old may need an upgraded electrical panel. If your electrical panel was installed before 1990, we recommend letting us inspect it. A Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) electrical panel is classified as unsafe by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. FPEs were installed in newly constructed homes between 1950 and 1980. Their construction may have defects that lead to fires or electric shock. Zinsco electrical panels were discontinued after the 1970s. These panels have a defective design that allows power to flow through them when turned off. Pushmatic electrical panels because they don’t have a main breaker switch. If your home has a fuse box, it cannot handle the required amps of 200 or more. It’s vital to replace your fuse box with an electrical panel system.
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