Electrical Panel Upgrades | Colusa, Yuba City, Sacramento CA | Sac River Electric

 Yes. All panel upgrades in California require a permit and inspection. We handle the permit for you and schedule the inspection — you don't have to deal with any paperwork. 

 Most residential panel upgrades range from $3,000 to $8,000+, depending on the size of the electrical service, permit requirements, and any code-related upgrades that may be needed. We provide a clear, upfront estimate before any work begins. Financing options are available for qualified customers, and many panel upgrades can be completed for approximately $75–$150 per month, depending on project cost, financing terms, and credit approval. 

 Most jobs are completed in a single day. You'll be without power for a few hours while we make the swap, but we work quickly to minimize downtime. 

 Yes, briefly. We coordinate with PG&E / SMUD / or Gridley Municipal Utility to disconnect and reconnect service. Most customers are back up and running the same day. 

 For most homes, 200-amp is the standard upgrade. If you're running a large home, multiple HVAC units, or planning to add an EV charger or an ADU, we may recommend 400-amp service. We'll assess your needs during the free estimate. 

  It depends on the brand and age. Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels (common in homes built before 1990) are known fire hazards and should be replaced. We can inspect your panel and give you an honest assessment. 

 Yes — and it's actually the most cost-effective time to do it. We can add a dedicated EV charger circuit in the same visit, saving you a second service call. 

  Yes. We serve homeowners and businesses in Yuba City, Sacramento, Woodland, Chico, Colusa, and surrounding communities throughout Northern California. All work is permitted, inspected, and done to California code. 

  A panel upgrade replaces your breaker box with a higher-capacity unit (typically 200-amp or 400-amp). A service upgrade includes the panel plus the meter main and utility connection — needed when your home's overall electrical service from the street also needs updating. We assess both during your free estimate and explain exactly what your home requires. 

  Yes. We offer financing through Synchrony, and many panel upgrades can be completed for approximately $75–$150 per month depending on project cost, financing terms, and credit approval. Ask us about financing options when you request your free estimate. 

Common signs include frequently tripping breakers, flickering lights, a panel that feels warm to the touch, a Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel (known fire hazards), or plans to add an EV charger, hot tub, or ADU. If you're unsure, we'll inspect your panel for free and give you an honest assessment.