Panel repairs and upgrades
Electrical Panel Upgrades in Kelowna
Your electrical panel distributes power to every circuit in the building. Edge Electric Ltd repairs and upgrades electrical panels for homes and businesses in Kelowna, West Kelowna and Lake Country.
Signs
When to consider a panel upgrade
- Breakers trip often
- The panel is full and there is no room for new circuits
- You are adding an EV charger, a heat pump, a hot tub or other large loads
- You are renovating or building an addition
- The panel or breakers are damaged, rusted or very old
- An insurer, inspector or home buyer has asked for an assessment
An electrician needs to look at the panel and add up the loads before recommending anything.
The process
What is involved
- Assessment of the existing panel, service and the loads you plan to add.
- A quote.
- Permit application by the licensed contractor.
- The work itself. A panel change means the power is off for part of the day, so plan for that.
- Inspection and sign-off through Technical Safety BC.
Permits and the utility
In BC, electrical work needs a permit, and a permit is also required for any electrical work that needs the utility to attend to connect or reconnect a service. See our electrical permits guide.
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Frequently asked questions
When do I need an electrical panel upgrade?
Common reasons are breakers that trip often, a full panel, adding large loads such as an EV charger or heat pump, a renovation or addition, or a damaged or very old panel. An electrician should assess the panel and the loads first.
Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel in BC?
Yes. Electrical work needs a permit in BC, and a permit is required for any electrical work that needs the utility to attend to connect or reconnect a service. A licensed contractor applies for the permit on your behalf.
Get a quote from Edge Electric
Call (250) 808-5747 or send us your project details. Tell us what you need done, where the property is (Kelowna, West Kelowna or Lake Country) and whether it is a home or a business.