How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Los Angeles?

Electrical panel upgrade costs in Los Angeles vary based on the scope of work. A 100-amp to 200-amp upgrade typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,500, including permits and inspections. Contact Homi Home Automation at (818) 245-5201 for a free, detailed estimate.

Do I need a permit for an electrical panel upgrade in California?

Yes, electrical panel upgrades in California require permits and inspections to ensure code compliance and safety. Homi Home Automation handles all permit applications and coordinates with local authorities for you.

How long does an electrical panel upgrade take?

Most residential electrical panel upgrades are completed in one day. More complex upgrades involving service entrance changes or utility coordination may take 2-3 days.

What are signs I need an electrical panel upgrade?

Common signs include frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, burning odors near the panel, warm panel surface, an outdated fuse box, or planning to add major appliances like EV chargers or HVAC systems.

Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades in Los Angeles

Upgrade to 200A or 400A, replace a Zinsco or Federal Pacific panel, or add capacity for an EV charger, heat pump or ADU, done by a licensed C-10 electrical contractor, with permits and inspection handled.

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Electrical panel upgrade by Homi Home Automation, a licensed electrician in Los Angeles

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Whether you need to expand capacity for an EV charger, prepare for high-draw appliances, or modernize an outdated panel, send us your details below for a straightforward assessment. A licensed electrician will call you back the same day.

Experiencing an active hazard or sudden power loss? Call our team immediately at (818) 245-5201.

Your electrical panel distributes power to every circuit in your home. When it's outdated, undersized or unsafe, everything downstream is at risk. Homi Home Automation upgrades, replaces and repairs residential panels and electrical services across the San Fernando Valley, from North Hollywood and Studio City through Sherman Oaks, Encino, Van Nuys, Woodland Hills, Calabasas and Malibu, with permits, inspection and utility coordination handled for you.

New 200 amp electrical panel installed by Homi Home Automation

Signs your panel needs attention

Breakers trip often, especially when large appliances run
Lights dim or flicker when something else turns on
Burning smell, a warm panel cover, buzzing or scorch marks. Call us now, 24/7: (818) 245-5201
You still have a fuse box, or a Zinsco, Federal Pacific (Stab-Lok), Challenger or Pushmatic panel
You're adding an EV charger, heat pump, ADU, pool or spa, or remodeling a kitchen
Your insurance company or a home inspector flagged your panel. See fire-zone & insurance panel upgrades

Panel and service upgrades we handle

200A and 400A panel upgrades

100A to 200A is the most common upgrade we do; 200A to 400A for larger homes and all-electric remodels. Sized with a load calculation so it fits how you'll use your home for the next 20 years.

Main service & meter-main upgrades

When the service entrance or meter has to change, we pull the permit and coordinate with the utility (LADWP or SCE) so you don't have to.

Replacing problem panels

Zinsco/Sylvania, Federal Pacific (Stab-Lok), Challenger, Pushmatic and fuse boxes, the panels insurers and home inspectors flag most often.

Subpanels

Garages, workshops, additions, ADUs, detached structures, pools and spas, with proper load calculations so the main service isn't overloaded.

Panel repairs

Breaker replacement, overheating, buzzing, loose or damaged connections and improper wiring. Urgent panel problems are handled 24/7.

What's included

Free on-site estimateInspection of your current panel and a load calculation.
Clear written proposalScope and price in writing before any work starts.
Permit & utility coordinationWe pull the permit and schedule the utility for you.
Installation, usually in one dayNew panel and breakers, with grounding and bonding to current code.
City inspectionWe schedule it and stay with it until it passes.
DocumentationPermit and inspection records for your files, insurer or a future sale.

Recent work: Encino 200A upgrade for an insurance renewal

A homeowner in an Encino fire hazard zone received a non-renewal notice because of an outdated panel. We installed a new code-compliant 200A main breaker panel with AFCI protection and updated grounding and bonding, handled the permit, inspection and LADWP coordination, and delivered the documentation package. The homeowner kept their coverage.

Why homeowners choose Homi

Licensed C-10 electrical contractor (#1147130), based in Sherman Oaks
Answered 24/7, with a same-day callback on estimate requests
Planned for what's next: EV charging, heat pumps, ADUs, lighting control and smart-home systems. We're an electrical contractor and a smart-home integrator, so your panel is sized for the future, not just today
Clean, permitted, code-compliant work, documented for your records

Panel upgrade FAQs

How long does a panel upgrade take?

Most upgrades are completed in one day. The overall timeline depends on the permit and on utility and city inspection scheduling, which we coordinate for you.

Is the estimate really free?

Yes. We come out, look at your panel and service, run a load calculation and give you a written estimate at no charge.

Do I need a permit?

Yes. Panel and service upgrades require a permit. We pull it and schedule the city inspection.

Will my power be off?

Yes, for part of the installation day. We'll tell you the shut-off window in advance.

What affects the cost?

The amperage, whether the meter or service entrance has to change, where the panel is located, utility requirements and how many circuits need updating. You get a written estimate before any work begins.

My insurance company sent a letter about my panel. Can you help?

Yes. We handle insurance-driven panel replacements regularly. See fire-zone & insurance panel upgrades.

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Serving North Hollywood, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Van Nuys, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Burbank and the greater San Fernando Valley.