There are many reasons to upgrade your home or business’s electrical panel. Age, efficiency, and home upgrades are just a few reasons to consider an upgrade. If your old electrical panel just isn’t up to the job anymore, call the experts at Withrow Electric to upgrade your panel.
Did you know that electrical panels should be upgraded once every 25 years or so? If you’ve recently moved into a home that is 25 years or older, it is probably time to have an electrician look at your electrical panel. 25 years ago, we weren’t charging phones or laptops daily and appliances weren’t nearly as efficient. There is a good chance that your older home just isn’t capable of handling the amount of electricity you are using.
While electricians stopped installing fuses in the 1960s, it is possible that your home still utilizes fuses. These inefficient electrical components should be replaced right away, especially if you can see visible signs of insulation or wire failure. Even the safer alternative, circuit breakers, can be hazardous when they are not serviced or replaced.
If you are remodeling your home or installing new appliances, you might want to consider installing a new electrical panel. Even electrical panels in homes that are less than 20 years old might not be able to handle the electrical needs of modern appliances. Before you plug in that new refrigerator or high-efficiency dryer, have an electrician review your electrical panel to make sure it’s up to snuff.
Some DIY projects can be done yourself. An amateur can create a shiplap wall or install a new faucet at their kitchen sink. However, electrical work should never be left to unlicensed and uninsured DIYers. If you don’t have the experience, permits, or licenses that are needed to perform extensive electrical work, you can wind up putting yourself and your family in danger. Incorrectly wired electrical panels can cause house fires that devastate families. If you don’t turn off the proper equipment, you can electrocute yourself. If you do succeed in installing a new electrical panel, you can still perform work that isn’t up to code. When you sell your home down the road, you can face costly fines and replacement costs that will cost much more than hiring a professional to do the job right the first time.
If you are ready to upgrade your residential or commercial electrical panel, reach out to the experienced and professional team at Withrow Electric. We are equipped to handle the job safely.
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