Safe, code-compliant panel replacement and service upgrades for homes that need more power, better protection, and a modern electrical foundation.
Common Issues / Use Cases
You may need an electrical panel upgrade if you are dealing with any of the following:
- Breakers tripping frequently
- Flickering or dimming lights
- Limited breaker space
- A home with older 100 amp service
- Installing an EV charger
- Adding HVAC or major appliances
- Replacing a Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or older Challenger panel
- Concerns about fire risk or insurance requirements
- A panel that is more than 25 to 30 years old
Whether you call it a panel change, a panel replacement, or a service upgrade, the job is the same: replacing an electrical panel that no longer keeps up with your home’s power demands. PDQ Electric provides licensed electrical panel upgrades in Las Vegas, helping homeowners move from older 100 amp panels to 200 amp service and correct unsafe or obsolete equipment. Every installation is performed to current code standards with a focus on safety, reliability, and long-term performance.
Older homes in Las Vegas were often not designed for today’s electrical demand. Between air conditioning, modern kitchen appliances, home offices, EV chargers, and added electronics, many older electrical systems are simply undersized for how people live now.
Why Homeowners Upgrade Their Electrical Panels
An electrical panel is the control center of your home’s electrical system. When it becomes outdated or overloaded, it can create performance issues and safety concerns throughout the property.
Many homeowners upgrade their panels to:
- Improve electrical safety
- Support EV charger installation
- Add capacity for new appliances
- Prepare for future remodeling
- Replace obsolete or unreliable equipment
- Reduce the risk of overloaded circuits
- Meet insurance or inspection requirements
In many cases, a panel upgrade is also necessary before installing larger electrical improvements such as a Level 2 EV charger or standby generator.
Our Services Included
Our electrical panel upgrade service may include:
- Load calculation to determine proper service size
- Inspection of existing electrical panel and breakers
- Replacement of outdated or unsafe breaker panels
- 100 amp to 200 amp service upgrades
- Panel replacement for Federal Pacific and Zinsco systems
- Grounding and bonding updates
- Breaker sizing and circuit organization
- Circuit labeling
- Permit coordination
- Utility coordination when required
- Inspection-ready installation to current code standards
Federal Pacific and Zinsco Panel Replacement
Las Vegas has thousands of homes built while Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels were standard equipment. Both brands have known reliability problems, and many insurance carriers now flag them during underwriting. If your home has one, replacement is usually the recommendation, not repair.
Read about whether Federal Pacific panels are safe in Las Vegas homes and when insurers require Federal Pacific panel replacement, or call 702-382-1100 and we will identify your panel brand from a photo.
100 Amp vs 200 Amp Service.
What Size Does Your Home Need?
PDQ Electric performs NEC 2023 load calculations to determine the correct service size based on your property’s actual usage, not guesswork.
100 Amp Service
Common in homes built decades ago. Often insufficient for modern power demand.
200 Amp Service (Modern Standard)
Supports:
- EV charger installation
- Central air conditioning
- Electric water heaters
- Modern kitchen appliances
- Pool equipment
- Home expansions
400 Amp Service
Used for large homes with extensive electrical demand.
What Does a Panel Upgrade Cost in Las Vegas?
Every panel change is priced from a load calculation and a look at your existing equipment, so honest pricing starts with an inspection, not a guess over the phone. PDQ Electric provides upfront pricing before work begins, and financing is available.
For real numbers and the factors that move them, read our 200 amp panel upgrade cost guide for Las Vegas and our overview of what electricians cost in Las Vegas in 2026.
Schedule Your Electrical Panel Upgrade With Us
Financing Available!
Panel Upgrades for EV Charger Installation
A Level 2 EV charger is one of the largest loads you can add to a home, and older 100 amp panels often cannot carry it. If an EV is in your plans, upgrading the panel and wiring the charger in one visit saves money and a second permit.
See our EV charger installation service in Las Vegas, or check whether your current panel can support EV charging.
Why Choose PDQ Electric for Panel Upgrades?
Electrical panel replacement is not a minor repair, it is the foundation of your entire electrical system.
Licensed Electrical Contractor
Code-Compliant Repairs
Same-Day Service Available
Upfront
Pricing
Financing Available
Local Las Vegas Company
Frequently Asked Questions
Many homes require a 200-amp service upgrade before installing a Level 2 EV charger. A load calculation determines whether your existing panel has sufficient capacity.
Federal Pacific panels have documented breaker reliability concerns. If breakers fail to trip during overload conditions, wiring may overheat. Many homeowners choose replacement for safety and insurance reasons.
The physical installation is often completed in one day. Permitting and utility coordination may extend the overall project timeline.
Some insurance carriers review outdated panels during underwriting. Replacement may be required depending on panel type and condition.
Serving Las Vegas & Surrounding Clark County Communities
PDQ Electric provides electrical panel upgrades in:
- Las Vegas
- Henderson
- North Las Vegas
- Summerlin
- Spring Valley
- Enterprise
- Surrounding Clark County areas
If you’re unsure whether your panel is outdated or overloaded, our team can evaluate your system and provide a professional recommendation.
Schedule Your Electrical Panel Upgrade
If your electrical panel is outdated, overloaded, or unsafe, now is the time to upgrade.
PDQ Electric provides licensed, code-compliant panel replacements designed for long-term safety and performance.
Free Phone and In-Office Estimates only.
PDQ Electric – Powering Las Vegas Safely Since 2010.