Your home's electrical panel is the foundation for everything — solar, EV chargers, heat pumps, and modern living. We upgrade it right the first time.
Your electrical panel is the central hub that distributes power throughout your home. If your house was built before 1990, there's a good chance you're running on a 100-amp — or even 60-amp — panel that was designed for a different era. Back then, homes didn't have central air conditioning, EV chargers, home offices, or induction cooktops drawing power simultaneously.
A panel upgrade replaces your existing electrical panel with a modern, higher-capacity unit — typically 200 amps — that can safely handle today's electrical demands and tomorrow's. It's not just about adding more capacity. It's about safety. Outdated panels with Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or Pushmatic breakers are known fire hazards.
At Heliotek, panel upgrades are our bread and butter. We're licensed electricians first — this is core electrical work, and we treat it that way. Every upgrade is engineered for what your home needs today and what you're planning for next.
We believe you deserve to know what you’re getting into before we show up. Here are typical price ranges for residential panel upgrades in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Service
What’s Included
Price Range
100A → 200A Standard
New 200A panel, main breaker, 20–30 branch circuits, permit, inspection
$2,500 – $4,500
100A → 200A Full-Service
Everything above + meter box replacement, service mast, grounding upgrade
$4,500 – $7,000
200A → 400A Upgrade
Dual 200A panels or single 400A, meter upgrade, full utility coordination
$5,000 – $8,000
Fuse Box → Breaker Panel
Remove fuse box, install modern breaker panel (typically 200A), full re-circuit
$2,500 – $5,000
Subpanel Installation
New subpanel for garage, workshop, addition, or dedicated EV/solar circuits
$800 – $1,500
Panel + EV Ready Bundle
200A upgrade with dedicated 50A circuit pre-wired for a future EV charger
$3,000 – $5,000
Panel + Solar Ready Bundle
200A upgrade with reserved breaker space and conduit for future solar
$3,000 – $5,000
Every home is different. Here’s what moves the price up or down: wire run distance, meter box and service mast condition, grounding system requirements, panel location, existing wiring condition, municipal permit fees ($100–$500), and utility coordination timeline. We will never surprise you with hidden fees. Your written quote includes everything — materials, labor, permits, and inspection.
Heliotek holds master electrician licenses in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We've completed hundreds of panel upgrades, service changes, and electrical projects across New England. When your home's electrical system needs work, you're getting a team that does this every day
No subcontractors, no handoffs. The same licensed crew that upgrades your panel can install your solar, EV charger, or battery. One permit, one team, one point of contact.
We don't just upgrade to 200 amps and walk away. We plan for your future — reserved breaker space, pre-run conduit, and capacity for solar, batteries, EV chargers, and heat pumps.
Most residential panel upgrades are completed in one day. Full-service upgrades that include meter box replacement and utility coordination may require a second visit after the utility installs new service. We handle all scheduling and coordination.
Yes — every panel upgrade requires a municipal electrical permit and inspection. We pull all permits and schedule inspections as part of every job. The permit cost ($100–$500 depending on your town) is included in your quote.
Yes, there will be a planned power outage during the panel swap — typically 4–6 hours. We coordinate with the utility and give you advance notice so you can plan. Sensitive electronics should be unplugged beforehand.
Common signs include: breakers tripping frequently, a fuse box instead of breakers, a panel rated under 200 amps, Federal Pacific or Zinsco brand panels, visible corrosion or burn marks, or you're planning to add solar, an EV charger, or other major electrical loads. We offer free assessments.
Absolutely — and this is where Heliotek really shines. Because we're licensed electricians and solar installers, we can bundle your panel upgrade with solar, EV charger, or battery installation in a single project. One permit, one crew, one timeline — and usually a lower total cost than hiring two separate companies.
We install commercial-grade panels from Eaton, Square D (Schneider Electric), Siemens, and Leviton. We select the best panel for your specific situation based on capacity needs, available space, and future expansion plans. All panels come with manufacturer warranties.
Common signs include: breakers tripping frequently, a fuse box instead of breakers, a panel rated under 200 amps, Federal Pacific or Zinsco brand panels, visible corrosion or burn marks, or you're planning to add solar, an EV charger, or other major electrical loads. We offer free assessments.
Absolutely — and this is where Heliotek really shines. Because we're licensed electricians and solar installers, we can bundle your panel upgrade with solar, EV charger, or battery installation in a single project. One permit, one crew, one timeline — and usually a lower total cost than hiring two separate companies.
We install commercial-grade panels from Eaton, Square D (Schneider Electric), Siemens, and Leviton. We select the best panel for your specific situation based on capacity needs, available space, and future expansion plans.
We serve all of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, plus parts of Connecticut and New Hampshire. If you're within our service area, we'll come to you for a free on-site assessment. Check our service area page or call us to confirm.
We work with third-party financing partners to offer flexible payment options. Ask us during your free quote for current rates and terms.
We visit your home, inspect your existing panel, discuss your goals (solar, EV, general capacity), and assess your full electrical system. No cost, no obligation.
You receive a detailed, line-item quote within 48 hours. Everything is included — materials, labor, permits, and inspection. No hidden fees, no surprise change orders.
We pull all permits, coordinate with the utility company, and schedule the work at a time that works for you. You don't have to make a single phone call.
Our licensed crew arrives on time, completes the upgrade (most jobs in one day), and leaves your home clean. We test every circuit before we leave.
We schedule the municipal inspection, ensure everything passes, and provide you with all documentation. Your panel is permitted, inspected, and ready for whatever comes next.