Electrical Panel Upgrade Services Denver, CO

Upgrade Your Home's Electrical Power with a Panel Upgrade from Controlling Systems

Is your home experiencing flickering lights, tripping breakers, or struggling to power all your appliances? These could be signs that your electrical panel is outdated and can’t meet the demands of your modern home. At Controlling Systems, we offer expert electrical panel upgrade services using only licensed electricians to ensure your home has the safe and reliable power it needs. Electrical problems can be serious and lead to electrical fires, so it’s important to call a qualified electrician for any electrical work, including panel upgrades.

What's Included in a Panel Upgrade?

A panel upgrade involves replacing your outdated electrical panel (also sometimes referred to as a fuse box or breaker box) with a new one that can handle the increased load capacity of your home. This can be a crucial step in supporting electrification projects like installing an electric vehicle charger or heat pump. Our electrical panel replacements use up-to-date electric panels, including smart panel options that offer additional features and monitoring capabilities.

Here’s what you can expect during a panel upgrade with Controlling Systems:

Permitting and Inspections: We handle all necessary permits and inspections to ensure your upgrade meets local electrical codes.
Removal of Old Panel: Our experienced electricians will safely remove your old electrical panel.
Installation of New Panel: We will install a new, up-to-date electrical panel, such as a 200-amp panel or another size depending on your home’s needs. This will ensure your home has the capacity to run all your essential electrical appliances and future electrical projects.
Circuit Breaker Replacement: All new circuit breakers will be installed in your new panel, replacing any outdated or malfunctioning circuit breaker switches.
Wiring Updates (if necessary): In some cases, your existing wiring may need to be updated to meet current safety standards. Our electricians will assess your current wiring during the inspection and make any necessary recommendations.
System Testing and Labeling: We will thoroughly test your new electrical panel and label all circuits for future reference, making it easier for you and any future electricians to understand the flow of electricity in your home.

Signs You Need a Panel Upgrade

If you’re experiencing any of the following issues, it’s likely time to consider a panel upgrade:

Flickering or Dimming Lights: This can indicate an overloaded circuit or a current panel that can’t handle the electrical load of your appliances.
Frequent Breaker Trips: If your breakers are tripping frequently, it’s a sign that your circuits are overloaded.
Limited Outlets: If you don’t have enough outlets to power all your appliances, a panel upgrade can provide the additional capacity you need.
Frayed or Outdated Wiring: Old or damaged wiring can be a potential fire hazard and necessitate an upgrade to improve the safety of your home electrical system.
Adding Major Appliances or Circuits: Planning to add a new appliance like an electric vehicle charger, hot tub, or other high-powered appliance? You might need a panel upgrade to ensure sufficient power and avoid overloading your current electrical service panel.

Smart Panel Advantages

Consider upgrading to a SPAN smart panel for additional benefits and features, including:

Remote Monitoring: Monitor your home’s energy use from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet. This can be particularly useful for keeping an eye on energy consumption in specific areas of your home, like your kid’s rooms where electronics and game consoles can add up quickly.
Circuit-Level Monitoring: See exactly how much power each circuit in your house is using. This granular level of detail allows you to identify areas where you can potentially cut back on energy usage.
Alerts and Notifications: Receive alerts if a circuit is overloaded or if there is a potential electrical issue.
Improved Safety Features: Some smart panels include advanced safety features like arc fault protection, which can help to prevent electrical fires.

Prioritizing Power During Outages with a Battery Backup System

A panel upgrade is a great first step in ensuring your home’s electrical system can meet your needs. However, even a new panel can’t prevent power outages. Pairing your panel upgrade with a battery backup system can provide essential peace of mind during a blackout. With a battery backup system, you can prioritize which circuits receive power during an outage. This ensures critical appliances like your refrigerator and medical equipment can continue to run, while non-essential circuits powering your hot tub or entertainment system can be shut off to conserve battery power.

Benefits of a Panel Upgrade for Medical Equipment

Upgrading your electrical panel can be especially important for homes with residents who rely on critical medical equipment. A properly sized and functioning electrical panel helps ensure consistent power delivery, reducing the risk of disruptions to medical devices.

Considering the Cost of a Panel Upgrade

The cost of a panel upgrade will vary depending on the size and complexity of your electrical system, the size of the new panel required, and any necessary rewiring. However, a panel upgrade is an investment that can add value to your home, improve your safety and quality of life, and provide a solid foundation for future electrical needs. Our team can provide you with a free estimate upfront, so you can understand the cost involved. We can also help you explore financing options to make your panel upgrade more affordable.

Don't Wait to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel

An outdated electrical panel can pose a safety risk and limit your ability to power your home’s appliances. Contact Controlling Systems today to schedule a free consultation with a qualified electrician. We can help you determine if a panel upgrade is right for you and discuss the different options available, including smart panels and battery backup systems. Let us help you ensure your home’s electrical system is safe, reliable, and ready for the future, providing the power you need for the things that matter most, from keeping your refrigerator running during a power outage to ensuring the uninterrupted operation of critical medical equipment.