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Electrical Panel Upgrades in Lansing, MI

Worry No More About Overloaded Wiring

We don’t think about our home’s electrical system very often because it usually runs without worry. However, our lack of consideration for this crucial part of our home can lead to surprise problems that build up over time as we neglect them. If an appliance, device, or another electrical feature demands too much electricity over a circuit, your risk of circuit overload is high. In the most severe cases, this issue can cause a fire. The electrical panel in your home has safeguards preventing this issue from occurring. However, as with advancing age, your panel may struggle to support your system’s increased energy demands. Fortunately, Mr. Electric of Lansing can help you prevent hazardous problems with our years of industry expertise and exceptional solutions. Our company offers residential electrical panel upgrades to ensure your appliances, lights, and HVAC system stay up and running safely and reliably. Our services are available to property owners in Lansing or East Lansing, MI.

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Lansing, MI
Worry No More About Overloaded Wiring
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  • The electrical panel connects the main power line to your home. The main power line connects directly to your electrical panel, and this panel disperses power to all your home’s lighting, outlets, and other system components. Inside your electrical panel are multiple switches, also known as circuit breakers. These circuit breakers distribute power to smaller branch lines connecting to all your home’s outlets. The switches should also indicate the number of amps a specific line can channel before they cause the breaker to trip. Near these switches is the main power breaker that lets you shut off power to your entire electrical system simultaneously.

  • Too often, people overlook upgrading their electric panels when renovating their homes. If you plan to carry out a major home overhaul, you should always update your electrical system components, including your panel. Our talented electrical experts can assess how much additional power your home will need to support your renovated structure and where more outlets should go.

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Age Is a Telltale Factor in Your Panel’s Safety

General wisdom stipulates that a house electrical panel that’s older than 25 years should get an upgrade. You should take this advice seriously because running your household system with an older panel can lead to multiple hazards and issues in your home. Furthermore, many panels installed in homes prior to 1990 are proven unsafe. If one of the following defective electrical panels is in your home, get in touch with Mr. Electric of Lansing to schedule a prompt replacement:

Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Electrical Panel

Builders and electricians often used this panel in homes built from 1950 to 1980. This panel has a multitude of design defects that raise your risk of fire and electric shock significantly. The FPE is classified as defective by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Zinsco Electrical Panel

While Zinsco panels haven't been available to homeowners and home builders since the mid-1970s, you can still find these old panels installed in some modern homes. Their defective design lets electricity run at all times, including when you turn off the breakers. This issue can cause the switches to melt.

Pushmatic Electrical Panel

Pushmatic panels don’t have a main breaker switch on the unit, so you cannot simultaneously cut power flow to all breakers. Additionally, this problematic panel has weak breaker switches that may be challenging to reset over time.

Fuse Boxes

Fuse boxes are the oldest electrical panel version and can only support up to 60 amps of electricity. You need about 200 amps for today’s average home. Without a doubt, this panel type can no longer provide adequate support for contemporary households. Fuse boxes are also a massive electrocution and fire risk. Mr. Electric of Lansing advises homeowners to have an electrician replace this type of panel as soon as possible.

FAQ

  • Your electrical panel is similar to your refrigerator or air conditioning system because it can wear down with time and regular use. As your panel ages, it may start developing problems like circuits overloading frequently. Breakers may trip frequently, or an outlet can jolt you with a "shocking" surprise. Mr. Electric of Lansing outlines several signs indicating you need to upgrade your electrical panel:

    • Your appliances no longer operate at full power
    • The electrical panel’s inside surface feels warm
    • The panel makes crackling sounds
    • Circuit breakers have rust or corrosion
    • Your home runs on an antiquated split bus panel or fuse block
    • Plugging everything in requires multiple extension cords
    • You don’t have GFCI outlets (particularly around water sources)
    • Your home has a 60-amp electrical service
    • Your home still can't operate certain appliances despite having a 100-amp electrical service

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