Do I Need a New Panel?

One of the most common questions we hear is:

"Do I need a new panel?"

Sometimes the answer is yes.

Sometimes the answer is no.

And sometimes the answer is, "Let's talk about what you've got first."

Not all electrical panels age the same way. Some older panels continue providing reliable service for decades. Others have known safety concerns, capacity limitations, or compatibility issues that make replacement worth considering.

The good news?

You don't need to become an electrical expert to start figuring it out.

If you recognize your panel below, click the photo to learn more about that specific brand, common issues, and whether replacement should be part of the conversation.

No scare tactics.

No sales pitch.

Just practical information to help you understand what's hanging on your wall.

Don't See Your Panel?

Send us a photo. We'll tell you what you're looking at.

If it isn't listed above, there's a decent chance it's either really good or really bad.

Fortunately, most panels fall somewhere in the middle.

A quick photo can usually tell us:

  • What it is

  • How old it might be

  • Whether replacement is worth discussing

  • Or whether you can stop worrying about it and get on with your day

We've seen a lot of panels over the years.

Some are legendary.

Some are infamous.

And if you happen to have something unusual hanging on your wall...

we'd probably like to see it anyway.

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