Electrical panel upgrade cost range
See a preliminary electrical panel upgrade cost range for 100A to 200A service, then get written quotes from local electricians.
Preliminary planning range
$1,800 – $6,500
Typical span before a professional inspection.
Free, a few questions, no obligation to hire anyone.
Project guide
What the work includes, what changes the price, and what to ask.
What this project involves
A panel upgrade replaces your main service equipment so the home can carry more load safely. The work usually includes a new panel and breakers, grounding and bonding updates, a utility coordination step and an inspection. Estimt produces a preliminary planning range and routes the project to electricians serving your ZIP code.
Cost ranges by scenario
| Scenario | Planning range |
|---|---|
Panel swap, same service size New panel and breakers in the existing location. | $1,800 – $3,000 |
100A to 200A service upgrade New meter main, grounding and utility coordination. | $3,000 – $5,000 |
Upgrade with relocation or mast work Moving the panel, new service entrance or underground work. | $4,500 – $6,500 |
AI estimates are preliminary planning ranges, not binding contractor quotes. Actual costs may change after professional inspection based on project scope, materials, permits, access, local requirements, and hidden conditions.
What changes the price
Service size
Going from 100A to 200A or 400A changes equipment and utility work.
Panel location
Relocating the panel adds conduit, wiring and patching.
Utility coordination
Disconnect and reconnect scheduling can affect timeline and cost.
Existing wiring
Aluminium branch wiring or old grounding often needs remediation.
Permit and inspection
Panel work is permitted and inspected in nearly every jurisdiction.
How it works on Estimt
- Tell us your current service size and why you are upgrading.
- Add photos of the panel and meter so pros can see the setup.
- See your preliminary planning range.
- Compare written quotes from local electricians.
- Approve, schedule the power shutdown and pay through Estimt.