You may not give your electrical panel too much thought as it's usually tucked away in the corner of your basement. As a homeowner, you should familiarize yourself with your home's electrical system.
The electrical panel distributes the electrical power to the rest of your home using breakers that are rated to properly protect the wiring and devices.
Your electrical panel will have a "Main Breaker". This is usually the breaker located at the top of the panel and should have a 100 or 200 stamped on it. Some older electrical panels may have a separate fused disconnect switch. If you have an electrical service that has fuses, then you should consider an Electrical Service Upgrade.
Fuse panels are usually more than 40 years old. With the current demands that we put on our electrical systems, an Electrical Service Upgrade is a good idea.
Below are some examples of hazardous conditions that I have encountered when performing Electrical Panel inspections. As you can see, some electrical problems may go unnoticed by a homeowner and require a skilled electrician to diagnose. Call Barrett Electric Inc. to arrange an Electrical Panel inspection. We can provide a quote to upgrade your Electrical Service.
Burnt connections in Fuse Panels
If you are considering installing an EV Charger or Hot tub and currently have a 100 amp electrical panel, then you should upgrade your electrical panel to 200 amps.
An updated electrical system can give you peace of mind and improve the saleability of your home.
Here's some examples of recent Service Upgrades by Barrett Electric Inc.
As you can see by the pictures, upgrading your electrical service can improve the appearance and make your home much safer. Call Barrett Electric Inc. to arrange for a free quote.