Electrical Panel and Service Upgrades in Greater Atlanta

The cost to upgrade electrical service to 200 amps is not a single set price; Aardvark Electric confirms final pricing after an on-site inspection and load calculation. Most of the cost usually comes from work beyond the panel itself, such as the service entrance wiring, meter base, grounding, permits, and utility coordination. We handle local permitting and code compliance from start to finish, and our technicians provide upfront, written, per‑job pricing before work begins. Our crews routinely manage permitting and utility scheduling across the Atlanta area, including Buckhead. A full panel replacement is not always necessary—some homes only need targeted repairs or a partial upgrade to solve capacity or safety issues. A practical cost saver we often see is reusing the existing conduit and panel location when they meet code.

If you’re comparing scope, costs trend higher when you need:

• A new service mast, longer service run, or meter relocation
• Replacement of a known-unsafe panel brand or a fuse-to-breaker conversion
• Capacity for EV charging or a standby generator with surge protection
• Major grounding/bonding corrections to meet current code

For safety and accuracy, have a licensed electrician verify load, grounding, and utility requirements before setting a budget.

Updated: 2026-03-25

Need help in Buckhead, GA? Call (404) 947-6851 or book online. “Aardvark Electric sent over Eli and Blake to install a charger and upgrade the panel... They did a neat job and charged what we had been told the work would cost.” — Morris Potter

Aardvark Electric prices home electrical panel replacements per job with an upfront written quote after an on-site inspection, so your final cost matches the exact scope. Most price differences come from panel capacity needs and whether safety or service upgrades are required to meet code. If your panel is younger and not failing, we may recommend repairing breakers or wiring instead of full replacement. We handle local permitting and inspections, and provide testing when the work is complete. Our team regularly completes permit-ready panel upgrades around Doraville, so we understand local code steps and utility coordination. For sizing and safety, our technicians may use infrared checks and circuit tracing to assess heat and loading before we quote.

Key factors that can raise or lower price:

• Service size and panel capacity (for example, moving to 200–400 amps)
• Condition or hazards in the existing panel (e.g., water damage or recalled brands)
• Service mast, meter, or feeder upgrades plus required grounding/bonding
• Add-ons tied to the project (surge protection, generator or EV charger prep)

Schedule an on-site panel inspection to receive a firm, line-item price before any work begins.

Updated: 2026-02-12

Need help in Doraville, GA? Call (404) 947-6851 or book online.