Panel Upgrade NJ | Matney Electrical Contracting LLC

Panel Upgrade

Replace outdated electrical panels with modern, code-compliant systems that safely handle today's power demands. Licensed installation with permit and inspection coordination.

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Why Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?

If your home still has a 60- or 100-amp panel, fuses instead of breakers, or a Federal Pacific or Zinsco brand panel, an upgrade isn't optional—it's a safety issue. Modern homes demand more power for HVAC systems, kitchen appliances, EV chargers, and home offices. An undersized or obsolete panel can overheat, trip constantly, or fail to protect your circuits.

We replace outdated panels with properly sized, code-compliant load centers that meet current NEC standards. Every upgrade includes a permit, inspection coordination, and a clean installation that gives you the capacity and safety margin your home needs.

What a Panel Upgrade Includes

Load calculation to determine the correct amperage (typically 200 amps for most homes)
Removal of the old panel and any hazardous components
Installation of a new main breaker panel with adequate circuit slots
Labeling of all circuits for easy identification
Permit filing and inspection scheduling with your local municipality
Grounding and bonding verification to meet code

If your service entrance cable or meter base also needs replacement, we coordinate that work with your utility company.

Common Reasons to Upgrade

Adding major appliances or systems. Central air, electric heat, a hot tub, or an EV charger often push an old panel past its limit.

Buying or selling a home. Home inspectors flag outdated panels, and many insurance companies won't cover homes with Federal Pacific or Zinsco equipment.

Frequent tripping. If you can't run the microwave and toaster at the same time, your panel is too small.

Renovations. Kitchen and bathroom remodels require additional circuits that older panels can't accommodate.

Brands We Trust

We install panels from Square D, Eaton, Siemens, and GE—manufacturers with proven track records and widely available replacement parts. We'll recommend the best fit for your home's load and your budget.

Permits and Inspections

Every panel upgrade requires a permit in New Jersey. We pull the permit, schedule the inspection, and make sure the work passes the first time. You'll receive a signed-off permit card for your records—important for insurance and resale.

How it works

Site Assessment

We evaluate your existing panel, calculate your home's electrical load, and confirm service entrance capacity. You'll get a written estimate with amperage recommendation and timeline.

Permit and Scheduling

We file the permit with your municipality and coordinate any utility company work if your meter or service cable needs replacement.

Installation

We disconnect power, remove the old panel, install the new load center, reconnect and label all circuits, and verify grounding. Power is typically restored the same day.

Inspection and Sign-Off

The local inspector reviews the work. Once approved, you receive a signed permit card for your records.

Common questions

How long will my power be off?+

Most panel upgrades are completed in one day. Power is off during the installation, typically four to eight hours depending on the complexity of the job.

Do I need to upgrade my service entrance too?+

Not always. If your existing service cable and meter base can handle the new panel's amperage, we can reuse them. We'll assess that during the site visit.

Will this work with my home insurance?+

Yes. Replacing a Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel often satisfies insurance requirements. We provide documentation of the permit and inspection for your insurer.

Get started — Burlington, NJ

Get it wired right, the first time.

Tell us what's going on and we'll take a look — honest assessment, upfront pricing, no obligation.

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