Panel & Service Upgrades in Amherst

Your electrical panel is the command center for your home's power distribution, and if it's outdated, undersized, or equipped with unsafe breakers, it can create serious hazards. Melton Electric provides panel and service upgrades that increase capacity, improve safety, and prepare your home for modern electrical demands like EV chargers, hot tubs, and home additions.

Many Amherst homes still operate on 100-amp or older 60-amp services that were adequate decades ago but can't handle today's load requirements. "Upgrading from 100-amp to 200-amp service can reduce circuit breaker trips by over 70 percent in homes with modern appliances." We replace aging panels, upgrade service entries, and ensure grounding and bonding meet current electrical code.

Our team uses high-quality panels, breakers, and labeling systems that make future maintenance straightforward and safe. Whether you're adding capacity for new equipment or replacing a hazardous Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel, we deliver upgrades designed for long-term reliability.

Amherst's mix of mid-century ranch homes and newer construction means panel age and capacity vary widely across neighborhoods. Older homes near Main Street and Sweet Home Road often feature original panels that lack the amperage or safety features required for today's loads.

Adding an EV charger, finishing a basement, or installing central air conditioning can overload an undersized panel, leading to tripped breakers, overheating, and fire risk. "Homes with panels older than 25 years are three times more likely to experience electrical failures, according to safety studies." We perform thorough inspections to identify wiring issues, improper bonding, and service entry wear before upgrading your system.

We're familiar with the wiring age differences across Amherst and nearby suburbs, and we tailor every upgrade to your home's layout and future plans. Get in touch today for Panel & Service Upgrades in Amherst.

We approach every panel upgrade with precision, safety, and attention to your home's unique needs:

• Complete panel inspections to assess capacity, breaker condition, and grounding
• Amperage upgrades from 60-amp or 100-amp to 200-amp service
• Replacement of unsafe breaker brands and outdated service equipment
• Code-compliant grounding, bonding, and service entry connections across Amherst properties
• Clear labeling and organized breaker layouts for easy future maintenance

"A properly upgraded panel can support up to 40 individual circuits, accommodating modern loads and future expansions." We work with both residential and small-business buildings to deliver safe, scalable electrical systems. Contact us today for Panel & Service Upgrades in Amherst.