Electrical Panel Upgrades & Replacements
Licensed Master Electricians · Permits Handled · Financing Available · Power Restored Same Day
Today's homes run far more than the panels of a generation ago were built for: EV chargers, HVAC, hot tubs, additions, and a house full of electronics. If your panel is undersized, decades old, or one of the known fire-hazard brands, upgrading it is one of the most important safety investments you can make.
B&B Electric's licensed master electricians upgrade and replace electrical panels across Fort Worth, Euless, Keller, and the greater DFW metroplex, over 2,500 jobs completed to code. We handle the permit, coordinate with your utility, and restore your power the same day, with the full price approved upfront before we start.
Signs It Is Time to Upgrade Your Panel
- You still have a fuse box instead of circuit breakers
- You have a Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or Challenger panel, all documented fire hazards that should be replaced
- Your home has 60, 100, or 125 amp service and you need more
- You are adding an EV charger, hot tub, HVAC system, addition, or workshop
- Breakers overload constantly because the panel simply cannot keep up
- Your panel is 25 or more years old, rusted, or full with no room for new circuits
- An inspection, appraisal, or insurer flagged the panel, or you are selling the home
If any of these sound familiar, a licensed electrician should take a look before it becomes a hazard or a failed inspection.
What A Panel Upgrade Includes
- A full assessment of your current service size and electrical load
- Safe removal of your outdated panel or fuse box
- Installation of a new panel sized for your home, commonly a 200-amp service
- New circuit breakers and cleaned-up, code-compliant wiring
- Upgraded grounding and bonding
- Whole-home surge protection at the panel
- Permit and utility coordination, plus final inspection
What This Service Includes
- Circuit Breaker Replacement
- Voltage Capacity Assessment
- Outdated Panel Removal
- Advanced Wiring Configuration
- Load Balancing and Grounding
Our Process
- Initial Electrical Panel Assessment: Evaluate the current electrical panel's condition, voltage requirements, and compatibility with existing wiring systems.
- Upfront quote: You get a clear, itemized price before any work begins, and we can arrange financing.
- Outdated Panel Removal: Safely disconnect and remove the current electrical panel to prepare for the new installation.
- New Panel Installation: Install the upgraded electrical panel, including new circuit breakers and enhanced wiring systems for improved voltage capacity.
- Grounding and Testing: Ensure proper grounding systems and conduct thorough testing to verify functionality and compliance with safety standards.
Federal Pacific, Zinsco, and Fuse Boxes: Replace, Do Not Repair
Some older panels are not worth repairing at any price. Federal Pacific Stab-Lok and Zinsco panels have a documented history of breakers that fail to trip during a fault, a leading cause of electrical fires, and old fuse boxes cannot safely support a modern home. If you have one of these, we strongly recommend a full upgrade, and we will show you exactly why.
Why Fort Worth Homeowners Choose B&B Electric
- Texas Master Electrician (Lic. #361128) and licensed Electrical Contractor (Lic. #41151)
- 2,500+ completed jobs and 250+ five-star reviews across DFW
- We pull the permit and handle the utility coordination for you
- Every upgrade to National Electrical Code, never an unsafe shortcut
- Upfront pricing, with your $49.99 service call applied to the work
- Financing available, so a safer panel fits your budget
What Does an Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost?
A panel upgrade is a larger investment than a simple repair, and the price depends on your service size, panel location, and the condition of your existing wiring.
After a quick assessment, we give you an exact, itemized quote, and financing is available so you can move forward safely without straining your budget.
Your $49.99 service call is applied to the work, and you always approve the price before we begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need an upgrade instead of a repair?
If your panel is sound and one breaker is faulty, a repair is enough. If it is undersized, obsolete, or a hazard brand, an upgrade is the safer long-term choice. We will tell you honestly which you need.
Do I need a 200-amp panel?
Most modern homes do well on 200-amp service, especially with an EV charger, HVAC, or an addition. We size it to your actual load.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most are completed in a single day, with your power restored the same day
Do you pull the permit?
Yes. We handle the permit and coordinate with your utility, and we see the job through final inspection.
Are Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels really dangerous?
Yes. Their breakers can fail to trip during a fault, which is a documented fire risk, so we recommend replacing them.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, so a safer panel does not have to wait.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. We are a licensed Texas Electrical Contractor (#41151) with a Master Electrician on staff (#361128), fully insured on every job.
What areas do you serve?
Fort Worth, Euless, Keller, Colleyville, Grapevine, Hurst, Bedford, and communities across the DFW metroplex.
Ready to upgrade with an electrician you can trust? Call us at (817) 631-6244 or schedule your panel assessment online.
Licensed, insured, permit handled, and serving Fort Worth and DFW.