How much does it cost to upgrade an electrical panel to 200 amps?

The cost to upgrade an electrical panel to 200 amps varies by home and is confirmed after an on-site inspection. The biggest price drivers are the condition of your existing service equipment, where the new panel will sit, and whether the utility service must be modified.

We routinely handle these upgrades across the Candler-McAfee area and coordinate permits and inspections for you. Modern homes often require 200 to 400 amps to support EV chargers, tankless water heaters, HVAC, and dryers. If your current panel is safe and has space, a subpanel or targeted circuit work can be more economical; if it’s outdated or undersized, full replacement is the right call.

Expect price changes based on:

• Meter base, mast/weatherhead, or main disconnect replacement
• Panel relocation, wall repairs, or service-entrance upgrades
• Trenching or utility coordination to resize conductors
• Required code updates: grounding/bonding, AFCI/GFCI, surge protection

If you notice frequent tripping, heat at the panel, or burning odors, treat the upgrade as urgent and avoid using high-load appliances until inspected.

Updated: 2026-10-27

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