Electrical Panel Upgrades in New Orleans & Metairie

Your home’s electrical panel is like its heart—if it’s outdated, overloaded, or not functioning right, the whole system suffers. Flickering lights, tripping breakers, or warm panel covers are all signs something’s not working as it should. And in neighborhoods like Gentilly, Old Metairie, or Mid-City, a lot of homes are still running on original panels that just weren’t built for modern electrical demands.

We specialize in electrical panel upgrades, repairs, and replacements for homeowners across New Orleans and Metairie. Whether you need more circuits, want to add EV charging, or are dealing with a failing breaker box, we’ve got you covered—with smart solutions and no runaround.

If you're upgrading your electrical panel, you may qualify for a federal tax credit through ENERGY STAR—learn more about the panel upgrade credit here and see if your project qualifies.

Is Your Electrical Panel Out of Date?

A lot of homes around here were built before microwaves, smart TVs, or central AC were even a thing. Add in today’s appliances, chargers, and devices, and your panel might be running past its limit without you even realizing it.

Some signs your panel might be due for an upgrade:

• Breakers trip often or won’t reset

• Lights dim when appliances start

• You hear buzzing or feel heat from the panel

• You’ve added a hot tub, EV charger, or other high-draw equipment

• You still have a fuse box or a Federal Pacific/Stab-Lok panel

In places like Carrollton or River Ridge, we regularly replace panels that haven’t been touched in 40–50 years. Even if it’s working “okay,” it may not be safe or up to code anymore.

Electrical Panel Upgrades Done Right

When we upgrade your electrical panel, we do more than just swap boxes. We assess your full system—service size, wiring condition, grounding, bonding—and bring everything up to current standards.

A proper panel upgrade might include:

• Replacing your existing panel with a new 200A (or 150A) breaker box

• Upgrading service wires from the meter

• Adding arc fault or GFCI protection as needed

• Labeling circuits clearly so you know what controls what

• Making sure you have room for future expansion

We’ve done panel upgrades for everything from shotgun houses near the Marigny to newer homes in Metairie Club Estates. Every install is done clean, safe, and to code—because a sloppy panel job puts your whole system at risk.

Adding a Subpanel or Extra Circuits

Sometimes you don’t need a full panel replacement—you just need more space. If you’re adding a workshop, EV charger, or backyard kitchen in your Lakeview or Kenner home, we can install a subpanel or add circuits safely off your existing box (if it’s sized for it).

We’ll check your available capacity, balance your loads, and install new circuits or subpanels that keep things safe and manageable.

Safety, Insurance & Code Compliance

Insurance companies don’t like outdated or unsafe panels—and neither should you. If you’ve been flagged during a home inspection or denied coverage because of an old panel brand (like Zinsco or Stab-Lok), we’ll help you get your system brought up to spec so you can get the coverage and peace of mind you need.

We pull permits, follow local codes, and make sure everything passes inspection the first time. We don’t cut corners—because when it comes to your home’s power, there’s no room for shortcuts.

Why Homeowners Call Us

We live and work right here in the New Orleans–Metairie area, and we know the local housing stock inside and out. We’ve seen what moisture, time, and DIY work can do to a panel, and we know how to fix it the right way. Whether your panel is tucked inside a closet, mounted on a carport, or hidden behind a pantry door, we’ve worked in that exact setup—and we know how to make it better.

Upgrade Your Electrical Panel with Confidence

Your electrical panel isn’t something to ignore. If you’ve noticed issues—or if you’re planning upgrades that demand more power—call us to take a look. We’ll give you a clear, honest assessment and get your system ready for whatever comes next.