Panel Upgrades & Swaps

Why Sacramento Panels Get Flagged

Most Sacramento homes run on panels that weren't built for how you live now — EV chargers, heat pumps, induction stoves, home offices. An undersized or outdated panel isn't just an inconvenience. Federal Pacific (Stab-Lok) and Zinsco panels have documented breaker failure rates of 25–65%. California insurers know this, and they're acting on it.

If you got a non-renewal notice — or you're about to — a panel upgrade is the fix. We handle the permits, coordinate with SMUD or PG&E for meter disconnection and reconnection, install the new panel, and have your power back on the same day.

What's Included in Every Panel Job

• Permit pulled before work starts — no unlicensed shortcuts
• SMUD or PG&E meter disconnect and reconnect coordinated by us
• New panel installed and wired to current NEC code
• Same-day power restoration on every job — we don't leave you dark overnight
• Written, itemized quote before any work begins
• Final inspection scheduled and passed

Outcomes After Your Panel Upgrade

• Pass your insurance carrier's re-inspection
• Support 200-amp service for modern loads (EV, HVAC, induction)
• Same-day power restoration on every job
• Permits handled, SMUD/PG&E coordination included
• Bay Area jobs welcome — our crews handle higher-ticket work

Federal Pacific & Zinsco: What to Know

FPE Stab-Lok breakers have documented failure rates of 25–65% — meaning they may not trip during an overload or short circuit. California fire investigators see them in reports. California carriers are actively non-renewing policies on homes with these panels. If you've already received a non-renewal notice, you likely have a hard deadline.

Zinsco panels have a similar problem: breakers can fuse to the bus bar and fail to trip. The panel looks fine until it doesn't. Both need to be replaced, not repaired.

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