Stop Tripping Breakers and Add New Circuits
Careys Custom Services upgrades electrical panels for residential and commercial properties in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
You flip a breaker back on after it trips, and within minutes it trips again because your panel cannot handle the combined load from your air conditioner, kitchen appliances, and other devices running simultaneously in Rehoboth Beach. Upgrading your panel increases the total amperage available to your building and provides space for new circuits, so you can add equipment without overloading the system.
Careys Custom Services replaces outdated panels with modern units rated for 100, 200, or 400 amps, depending on your current and future electrical needs throughout Rehoboth Beach. We remove the old panel, install the new enclosure, reconnect all existing circuits, add any new circuits you need, and coordinate with the utility company to reconnect service. We handle panel upgrades for both homes and commercial buildings, including coordination with local inspectors to verify code compliance.
If you plan to add an e-charger, generator, or additional equipment and your panel has no available capacity, contact us to review upgrade options for your property in Rehoboth Beach.
What Happens During a Panel Upgrade
We start by shutting off power at the meter and removing the old panel from the wall in Rehoboth Beach. We mount the new panel enclosure, route all existing branch circuits into the new breaker spaces, and connect the main service wires to the new buss bars. If your service wire is outdated or undersized, we replace it from the meter to the panel at the same time.
After the upgrade, your breakers stop tripping under normal use, and you have open slots for new circuits without needing to double up or share loads. The panel provides visible labeling for each circuit, so you know which breaker controls which part of the building.
We test each circuit after the panel is energized to verify proper voltage and grounding, and we label every breaker according to its load. For commercial properties, we schedule the work during closed hours to minimize downtime and coordinate with the utility company to restore service as quickly as possible. The next section answers questions about timing, costs, and what to expect before, during, and after the upgrade.
What You Should Know Before Upgrading Your Panel
Property owners in Rehoboth Beach often ask how long the power will be off, whether the service wire needs replacement, and how to know if a panel upgrade is necessary before adding new equipment.
How long will my power be off during the upgrade?
Most residential panel upgrades require four to six hours of downtime while we disconnect the old panel, install the new one, and reconnect all circuits. We schedule the work at a time that minimizes disruption and restore power as quickly as possible.
How do I know if I need a panel upgrade?
You likely need an upgrade if your panel has no available breaker slots, your main breaker is rated below 100 amps, or breakers trip frequently even after redistributing loads. We inspect your panel during the estimate and recommend an upgrade only if your current capacity cannot support your needs.
What size panel should I install?
Panel size depends on your total electrical load and any equipment you plan to add in the future. Most modern homes use a 200-amp panel, while commercial buildings often require 400 amps or more to support HVAC, lighting, and equipment loads.
Will the utility company need to upgrade my meter?
If you increase your service capacity beyond what your current meter supports, the utility company installs a new meter base and reconnects service after we complete the panel upgrade. We coordinate the scheduling and notify you of any required utility work.
Can you add new circuits during the panel upgrade?
Yes, we can install new circuits for e-chargers, generators, appliances, or additional outlets at the same time we upgrade your panel in Rehoboth Beach. Adding circuits during the upgrade saves time and reduces the need for future service calls.
Careys Custom Services handles panel upgrades for residential and commercial properties throughout Rehoboth Beach, including old panel removal, new panel installation, circuit reconnection, and utility coordination. Learn more by reaching out to schedule an inspection and receive a detailed upgrade plan for your property.