A safer electrical panel, planned for what your home needs next.

An older panel is not automatically an active emergency, but age, brand, condition, heat damage, corrosion, loose connections, and breaker performance all matter. If the panel is warm, buzzing, sparking, producing a burning odor, or showing visible damage, request prompt professional evaluation.

These brands are frequently flagged because of age, known performance concerns, or limited replacement-part availability. We evaluate the exact panel, breakers, installation, and condition before recommending repair or replacement.

Common warning signs include repeated breaker trips, flickering or dimming when large equipment starts, buzzing, a warm panel cover, burning odors, visible discoloration, or no usable circuit space. These symptoms can also come from a branch circuit or appliance, so diagnosis should come first.

Sometimes, but not always. Trips can come from an overloaded circuit, failing appliance, damaged wiring, loose connection, or defective breaker. We identify the cause first so you do not pay for a full replacement when the issue is limited to one circuit.

A straightforward replacement is often completed within one working day, but the outage window depends on the service arrangement, inspection timing, and NV Energy disconnect and reconnect schedule.

Usually we need access at the beginning, access to required work areas, and a final walkthrough or confirmation. Many homeowners do not need to remain onsite all day, but access requirements are confirmed before scheduling.

Many exterior panel replacements do not require extensive wall opening. Small access openings may be needed for conductors, grounding, concealed junctions, or panel dimensions. We identify likely wall disturbance in the written scope.

Yes. When required, Surge Electric coordinates the electrical permit, inspection sequence, and contractor communication with NV Energy. NV Energy performs the final utility reconnection after required inspection approval.

The physical installation may take a day, but the full timeline can be longer because of material availability, permit review, utility engineering, disconnect and reconnect appointments, and inspection scheduling.

The correct size depends on the dwelling load, existing service, major appliances, and future plans. We use load calculations and project requirements rather than automatically recommending the largest option.

A subpanel can create more circuit spaces, but it does not increase utility service capacity. It may be a good option when the existing service has adequate load capacity and the issue is only space or organization.

We plan around the loads you expect over the next five to ten years, including EV charging, HVAC, hot tubs, workshops, additions, and solar-related equipment.

Usually not. Existing branch-circuit wiring is generally reconnected when it is serviceable and can be safely terminated. Damaged or unsafe wiring may require correction, but a panel replacement does not automatically become a whole-home rewire.

Some insurers, inspectors, lenders, and buyers flag certain older panel brands or visible defects. Requirements vary, so homeowners should confirm any specific insurance requirement directly with their carrier.

Possible additional costs include utility charges, grounding upgrades, damaged conductors, required code corrections, wall access, or structural repairs. Our written proposals identify known assumptions, exclusions, and optional work.

A stand-alone panel replacement does not automatically qualify. Eligibility can depend on whether the electrical work supports a qualifying energy improvement and on the rules in effect when the work is completed. Confirm current eligibility with a tax professional or program administrator.