Electrical Panels
More power for less cost! Repair your panel or upgrade today. First Time Customers get 10% off!
Electrical Panels
More power for less cost! Repair your panel or upgrade today. First Time Customers get 10% off!
🛠️ Panel Box Upgrades
Most Common Upgrades
✅ Modern 200 Amp Service Panels
✅ Smart Panels (like Leviton or Square D Energy Center)
Common reasons for repairs include:
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Corrosion or rust inside the panel
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Buzzing or crackling sounds from breakers
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Breakers that won’t reset
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Outdated panels (like Zinsco, Federal Pacific, etc.)
Upgrade Your Homes Power
Your older home having frequent breaker trips?
It might be time for an electrical panel upgrade to meet modern safety standards!
If you own an older home, it’s crucial to consider the impact of adding new electrical appliances or features. Overloading your outdated electric panel can lead to overheating and potential safety hazards. Click electric circuit breaker box for more details and info.
While the average lifespan of electric panels ranges from 25 to 40 years, it’s essential to assess your specific panel’s condition and functionality. Take the steps to ensure your are safe and powered up 24hr’s a day. Read our electrical inspection checklist for insight.
🔧Free Safety Inspections
Repair Your Electric Panel
The most common reason for needing to repair an electric panel is overloaded circuits or aging components. Over time, homes add more appliances and electronics than the panel was originally designed to handle. This can cause frequent tripping, flickering lights, or even overheating—a major fire hazard.
How It Works
We’ll send out a licensed electrician to:
- Inspect your panel for damage or overheating
- Check for outdated breakers and unsafe wiring
- Recommend upgrades that meet your home’s current needs
- Offer a same-day repair plan if issues are found
💬 Get peace of mind—before a small problem becomes a big one.
LOCAL & INSURED
Serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake for all your electrical panel needs.
📞 Same Day Panel Changes
Upgrade to energy-efficient lighting in your home or office today!
Experience a brighter, more cost-effective future. Not only will you save money on your energy bills, but you will also reduce your carbon footprint, contribute to a healthier environment, and enjoy superior lighting quality.
(Frequent Panel Upgrades)
- Fuse Boxes
- Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Panels
- Zinsco Panels
- Split-Bus Panels
Get More From Your Plugs
Hampton Roads Houses Over 40 years Old?
One persons power consumption is ten times the amount it was when your home was built. Your homes internal power degrades overtime, so It’s always a good idea to upgrade.
If you have EV chargers , running power off site, or even bitcoin mining. We need to update your home.
💡Most Commonly Replaced Panels:
If your home in Virginia Beach or the surrounding area has one of these panels, it’s advisable to consult a licensed electrician to assess the need for an upgrade. Replacing these outdated panels not only enhances safety but can also ensure compliance with current electrical codes and insurance requirements.
Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Panels
- Issue: FPE panels, especially those with “Stab-Lok” breakers, are notorious for failing to trip during overloads, posing significant fire hazards.
Electrical Contractor - Prevalence: Commonly installed in homes from the 1950s to the 1980s, many of these panels are still in use today.
- Insurance Impact: Due to their safety concerns, many insurance companies may refuse coverage for homes equipped with FPE panels.
Zinsco (and GTE-Sylvania) Panels
- Issue: Zinsco panels have a history of breakers melting to the bus bar, preventing them from tripping during overloads and increasing fire risks.
- Prevalence: Popular in the 1970s, many Zinsco panels were later rebranded as GTE-Sylvania, but they retained the same design flaws.
- Insurance Impact: Similar to FPE panels, homes with Zinsco or GTE-Sylvania panels may face challenges obtaining insurance coverage.
Sylvania Panels
- Issue: Many Sylvania panels are essentially rebranded Zinsco panels and share the same safety concerns, including overheating and failure to trip during electrical faults.
- Prevalence: Installed in homes during the 1960s and 1970s, these panels are still found in older Virginia homes.
- Insurance Impact: Due to their known issues, Sylvania panels can also affect homeowners’ insurance eligibility.
Electric Panel Installation
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Problem Brands You Should Replace
(Get emergency electrical services)
- Zinsco
- Sylvania
- Federal Pacific Electric
- Bulldog