Tailored Solutions
Tailored Solutions | Electric Panel Upgrades | Electrical | Jefferson City
If flickering lights, tripped breakers, or a dated fuse box are holding your Jefferson City property back, HEP is ready with a tailored solution. Our certified electricians evaluate your home’s unique power demands, map out future appliance or EV-charger additions, and then engineer seamless electric panel upgrades that deliver the capacity and safety today’s technology requires. We secure permits, coordinate utility cut-overs, and work efficiently so your routines and business operations stay on track.
From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, you’ll notice the HEP difference: clear communication, up-front pricing, and workmanship backed by robust warranties. Whether you’re remodeling an older Craftsman near the Capitol or expanding a growing commercial space on Missouri Boulevard, our locally rooted team brings precision, code-compliant craftsmanship, and a neighborly touch to every project—making Jefferson City’s power future brighter, circuit by circuit.
FAQs
Why would a Jefferson City homeowner need an electric panel upgrade?
Modern households rely on far more devices than the 60- or 100-amp panels installed a few decades ago were designed for. Upgrading to a 150- or 200-amp panel (or larger) gives you the capacity to add heat pumps, EV chargers, hot tubs, or finished-basement circuits without constant tripped breakers or the fire risk of overloaded wires. It also replaces outdated fuse or split-bus panels that may no longer meet today’s National Electrical Code (NEC) or the City of Jefferson requirements.
What warning signs indicate my existing panel is undersized or unsafe?
Look for frequently tripped breakers, lights that dim when large appliances start, warm breaker handles, a burning smell, buzzing sounds, melted insulation, corrosion inside the box, or the presence of obsolete brands such as Federal Pacific/Stab-Lok or Zinsco. If your home still has a fuse box, aluminum branch wiring, or you’ve added square footage since the panel was installed, schedule an inspection as soon as possible.
How do I know what amperage or number of circuits my upgraded panel should have?
During our free on-site assessment we calculate your home’s service load following NEC Article 220 as well as Ameren Missouri’s service-entrance guidelines. We add the wattage of major appliances, HVAC equipment, and any planned additions (EV charger, solar inverter, workshop, etc.), then size the main breaker and bus bar for at least 125 % of the continuous load, leaving 20-30 % growth capacity. Most Jefferson City homes end up with a 200-amp, 40-space panel, but larger properties or those going all-electric may need 300- or 400-amp service with a parallel meter/base upgrade.
How long will the upgrade take and will my power be off?
A standard panel swap takes one full working day. Power is typically shut off for 4-8 hours while we disconnect the old service entrance conductors, mount the new panel, land the breakers, verify grounding/bonding, and have the City of Jefferson inspector sign off. We coordinate with Ameren for the same-day reconnect so you aren’t left overnight without electricity. Complex projects that involve relocating the panel, upgrading the mast, or trenching a new underground service may run two to three days.
Are permits and inspections required for an electrical panel upgrade in Jefferson City?
Yes. The City of Jefferson Building & Inspection Division requires an electrical permit for any service change, and Ameren Missouri will not reconnect the service until the city inspector places a green tag in the meter base. As a licensed and insured contractor we pull the permit, schedule rough-in and final inspections, and ensure that new grounding electrodes, AFCI/GFCI breakers, surge protection, and labeling all comply with the 2023 NEC amendments adopted locally.
What does an electric panel upgrade cost and are there incentives?
In Jefferson City, a straightforward 200-amp panel replacement ranges from $1,800 to $3,000, while service-entrance or meter upgrades can push the total to $3,500-$5,000. Costs depend on wire size, panel brand, relocation needs, drywall repair, and whether the utility drop must be moved. Ameren Missouri currently offers a $50-$100 rebate when the new panel is EV-ready, and installing whole-home surge protection may qualify for an insurance premium discount. We provide a written, itemized quote up front and flexible financing options through our local credit-union partners.