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Electrical Panel Upgrades in Portland, OR
An electrical panel upgrade in Portland, OR replaces an outdated, overcrowded, or unsafe breaker panel with modern, code-compliant equipment. Coy Electric replaces fuse boxes, split-bus panels, and known problem brands like Federal Pacific and Zinsco.
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Why Choose Coy Electric for Electrical Panel Upgrade?
Code Compliance
Bring older homes up to current electrical codes.
Enhanced Safety
Replace outdated, dangerous panels like Federal Pacific.
Clean Panel Work
Neat circuit transfer, clear labeling, permit, and final inspection.
Panel Upgrade or Complete Service Upgrade?
Replacing the breaker panel and increasing the power available to your home are two different projects. A panel replacement swaps the equipment that distributes power inside the house — the right fix when the panel is obsolete, damaged, overcrowded, or a known problem brand.
Increasing available amperage usually requires work beyond the panel. The service-entrance conductors, meter equipment, main disconnect, and grounding and bonding all have to support the higher rating, and the utility has to be involved. That larger project is an electrical service upgrade.
We evaluate both during the estimate and tell you plainly which one your home actually needs, rather than quoting the bigger job by default.
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Get Upfront, Honest Pricing
A licensed electrician evaluates your project and walks you through the pricing before we start. No pressure, no surprises.
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We Get It Done Right
Our experienced electricians complete the work, clean up, and make sure everything is up to code.
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Real reviews from our local community.
"Fantastic company with great electricians. All-star staff of professionals like Jarred, Kelsey, and Micah. They get the job done quickly, correctly, and at a reasonable price. Equally important, they are kind and easy to work with. Highly recommend"
Dave A.
"Well, I think Wyatt has saved me from having a house fire! That's how important competent electricians are. Prompt, courteous & thorough. Did a great job cleaning the site afterward. Will certainly contract with Coy Electric in the future."
Marcia T.
"I had a great experience with this local electric company. They were prompt, showed up right on time, and the customer service was excellent from start to finish. They came to my mom's house and replaced some lighting, and everything was done efficiently and professionally. Super easy to work with and very reliable — I'd definitely recommend them!"
Cali B.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need a panel upgrade?
Signs include frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights, a crackling sound from the panel, or if your home still uses fuses instead of breakers. You also need an upgrade if you're adding major appliances or an EV charger.
What is a Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panel?
FPE panels were installed in millions of homes between the 1950s and 1980s and are a known fire hazard because the breakers often fail to trip during a surge. We strongly recommend replacing them immediately.
How long does a panel replacement take?
A typical electrical panel replacement takes about 4 to 8 hours. We coordinate with your utility company to minimize the time your power is turned off.
Do you handle the permitting process?
Yes, we handle all necessary electrical permits and coordinate the final inspection with the city or county.
Do I need a panel upgrade or a complete service upgrade?
If the panel itself is the problem — it's full, damaged, obsolete, or a known problem brand — a panel replacement addresses it. If you need more power available at the property, that's an electrical service upgrade, which also involves the service conductors, meter equipment, main disconnect, and grounding. We determine which one your home needs during the evaluation.
How much does a panel upgrade cost?
Cost depends on the panel size and location, the condition and number of existing circuits, whether the service equipment feeding the panel also needs work, grounding and bonding requirements, and permit requirements in your jurisdiction. We evaluate the panel and give you a written estimate before any work begins. Call (971) 306-8484 to schedule.
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Electrical Panel Upgrade Across the Portland Metro
Coy Electric provides electrical panel upgrade to homes and businesses throughout the Portland area, including: