Your electrical panel connects a main power line to your home and distributes electricity to the various lights, appliances, and devices throughout your house. As the “brain” of your home’s electrical system, the panel is a vital component. At Ampere Electric, we can replace older or malfunctioning electric panels to restore a safe flow of energy to your home. 

Does My Home Need a New Electric Panel?

Your electric panel distributes the power to various circuits in your home, with breakers that “trip” if the circuit is overloaded. As your panel supplies your entire home with electricity, it is important to keep it in good condition. An electric panel typically lasts for 25 to 40 years, but with the increased power of today’s appliances, your panel may be working beyond its capacity. An outdated or inadequate electric panel can be very unsafe. It can also result in breakdowns that require expensive repairs. 

It is time to upgrade your electric panel if: 

• There are burn marks or rust in your panel
• Your panel makes buzzing noises or smells burnt
• Your home is older and has fuses rather than circuit breakers
• Your lights flicker
• You are remodeling and expanding your home.
• You have lived in your home for over 25 years with the same electric panel