Panel Upgrades
Upgrade your outdated electrical panel to safely handle modern power demands with a code-compliant service upgrade.
About Panel Upgrades in Wichita
An outdated electrical panel can limit your home's power capacity and create serious safety hazards. CB Electrical Services performs full panel upgrades throughout the Wichita metro, replacing old fuse boxes and undersized breaker panels with modern code-compliant service panels rated for today's electrical loads. Whether you're adding an EV charger, a hot tub, or major appliances, or simply upgrading 100-amp to 200-amp service, our licensed electricians complete the work safely, pull all required permits, and coordinate the utility and city inspections so you're covered from start to finish.
What You Get
- 200-amp service upgrades to support modern electrical loads
- Eliminates fire and safety risks from outdated or recalled panels
- All required permits pulled and inspections coordinated for you
- Supports EV chargers, home additions, hot tubs, and major appliances
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need an electrical panel upgrade?
Common signs include frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights when appliances run, the inability to run multiple devices at once, an older fuse box, or plans to add an EV charger or major appliance. If your home has 60-amp or 100-amp service and is over 20 years old, a panel upgrade to 200-amp service is often the right move. Our licensed electricians will assess your panel and give you an honest recommendation.
How long does a panel upgrade take in Wichita?
A standard panel upgrade from 100-amp to 200-amp service typically takes one full workday. We coordinate with Evergy for the service disconnect and reconnect, pull the required permits from the City of Wichita, and schedule the final inspection. Plan for your power to be off for most of the day while the upgrade is completed.
Is an electrical panel upgrade covered by homeowner's insurance?
Panel upgrades are generally not covered by homeowner's insurance unless the panel was damaged by a covered event such as fire or storm. However, some insurance companies offer premium discounts after a panel upgrade — especially if you're replacing a recalled panel brand like Federal Pacific or Zinsco. We recommend checking with your insurer, and we can provide full documentation of all work completed.