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Electrician upgrading residential electrical panel in Bentonville AR
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Electrical Panel UpgradesBentonville, AR

From 100A to 200A or 400A service. Federal Pacific and Zinsco replacements. EV-charger–ready upgrades. Licensed #E-AR-12847.

Call for Free EstimateWhat's Involved ↓
100A → 200A Panel Upgrade
$1,800–$2,800
Most common residential upgrade
Federal Pacific / Zinsco Replacement
$2,200–$3,500
Includes hazardous panel disposal
200A → 400A Service Upgrade
$3,500–$5,500
For large homes or shops
EV-Ready Panel Upgrade
$2,200–$3,200
200A service + 50A EV circuit

Price ranges reflect typical Bentonville area projects. Final cost depends on meter socket, grounding, and service entrance condition. Free itemized estimate always provided before work begins.

What a Panel Upgrade Actually Involves

A panel upgrade replaces your home's main service panel — the gray box where all your circuit breakers live. The new panel gets a higher amperage rating, modern AFCI/GFCI breakers per code, accurate labeling, and a grounding system that meets current NEC standards.

01
Utility Notification

We contact Ozarks Electric or the appropriate utility to pull the meter and coordinate the power outage. Required by law — it protects you and the crew.

02
Old Panel Removed

The existing panel is de-energized, all branch circuit wires are landed out, and the old enclosure is removed. We document everything unusual: aluminum branch wiring, double-taps, missing grounds.

03
New Panel Installed

A new Square D QO or Eaton BR panel is mounted. All branch circuits are landed to new breakers. AFCI breakers installed in all required locations per current NEC.

04
Grounding & Bonding

Your grounding electrode system is verified or upgraded. This is the most overlooked part of any panel replacement — and the part that matters most for safety.

05
Permit Inspection

We schedule the inspection with the city. An electrical inspector reviews the installation. The panel is not permanently energized until the inspection passes.

06
Final Walkthrough

Every circuit is labeled. You receive the inspection sign-off card. We walk you through the new panel, show you the main shutoff, and answer questions.

Signs Your Panel Needs an Upgrade

Older homes in Bella Vista, Rogers, and NWA built from the 1960s–1990s often have 100-amp or 60-amp panels. Modern homes use far more power. Here is when to act.

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→Breakers trip frequently under normal household loads
→You want to add an EV charger or hot tub
→Your panel is Federal Pacific Stab-Lok or Zinsco brand
→Lights dim when large appliances start
→You're adding a home addition or ADU
→Your insurance company is flagging your panel
→You have fuses instead of circuit breakers (60A or 100A fuse box)
→Breakers that feel warm to the touch or won't reset

Panel Upgrade FAQs

How long does a panel upgrade take?

Most 100A to 200A upgrades complete in 4–8 hours. Power is fully off only while the new panel is being wired — typically 2–4 hours. We notify you of the exact window when we confirm the appointment.

Do I need a permit in Bentonville, AR?

Yes, always. We pull the permit through the City of Bentonville or appropriate municipality. A city electrical inspector must approve the installation before we restore permanent power. This legally protects your home.

What does a 200-amp upgrade cost near me?

In the Bentonville and Rogers area, a standard 200-amp upgrade runs $1,800–$2,800. If your meter socket, service entrance cable, or grounding system also need work, total can reach $3,200–$3,500. We provide itemized written estimates.

Should I replace my Federal Pacific panel?

Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Stab-Lok panels have a documented higher failure rate confirmed by the CPSC. Many insurance carriers now require replacement. We strongly recommend replacing any FPE panel.

Will I need to upgrade my meter socket too?

Sometimes. If your meter socket is cracked, heavily oxidized, or rated below 200A, the utility may require a replacement as part of the service upgrade. We inspect this during the estimate and include it in the quote when needed.

Ready to Schedule Your Panel Upgrade?

Free estimates for homeowners in Bentonville, Rogers, Centerton, Bella Vista, Springdale, and Fayetteville.

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