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An electrical panel can be known as a distribution panel or a breaker box; whatever name you call it, it’s the heart of your home’s electrical system. It distributes electricity to different circuits throughout your home. An electrical panel upgrade involves replacing or improving this central hub, often to meet the increasing electrical demands of modern households.
At Source Electric, delivering safe, dedicated, reliable and innovative electrical work that fits within the scope of your project or plan is what we do best. We prioritize safety for your family and your satisfaction.
Located in Hamilton, our electricians proudly serve Hamilton, Burlington, Dundas, Flamborough, Ancaster, Mount Hope, Grimsby, Stoney Creek & Oakville.
An electrical panel can be known as a distribution panel or a breaker box; whatever name you call it, it’s the heart of your home’s electrical system. It distributes electricity to different circuits throughout your home. An electrical panel upgrade involves replacing or improving this central hub, often to meet the increasing electrical demands of modern households.
At Source Electric, delivering safe, dedicated, reliable and innovative electrical work that fits within the scope of your project or plan is what we do best. We prioritize safety for your family and your satisfaction.
Located in Hamilton, our electricians proudly serve Hamilton, Burlington, Dundas, Flamborough, Ancaster, Mount Hope, Grimsby, Stoney Creek & Oakville.
Safety should be the top priority in your home. One of the most important things a homeowner can do is to burn down their home. This is where modern or upgraded electrical panels come in.
The benefits of an upgraded electrical panel include:
Protect your home and your family, schedule a consultation with a licensed electrician.
Safety should be the top priority in your home. One of the most important things a homeowner can do is to burn down their home. This is where modern or upgraded electrical panels come in.
The benefits of an upgraded electrical panel include:
Protect your home and your family, schedule a consultation with a licensed electrician.
Are you not sure if your panel needs an upgrade? Look out for signs, including:
If you are experiencing any of these issues, it could indicate that your electrical panel needs attention.
Are you not sure if your panel needs an upgrade? Look out for signs, including:
If you are experiencing any of these issues, it could indicate that your electrical panel needs attention.
It’s important to know several types of electrical panels are used in residential and commercial buildings. The choice of the panel depends on factors such as the building’s electrical needs, age, etc.
Below are the most common types of panels found in Hamilton homes:
Circuit breaker panels are the standard and most widely used type of panels found in modern residential homes. They contain individual circuit breakers for each electrical circuit in the house. Circuit breaks are designed to trip and disconnect power from a specific circuit when it exceeds its rated capacity or in the event of a short circuit. These panels are generally safer and more convenient than fuse bases because they don’t require the replacement of fuses when they trip. Instead, you can reset the breaker.
Fuse boxes are found in older homes. They contain individual fuses for each electrical circuit. The fuses are designed to melt and break the circuit when there’s an overload or short circuit, protecting the wiring from overheating and reducing the risk of electrical fires. Replacing a blown fuse involves replacing the physical fuse element, which can be less convenient than restting a circuit breaker.
Why Hamilton and the Surrounding Area Chooses Us
If you are curious about how your panel is doing or need an upgrade, contact us. Our licensed electricians will assess your current panel, determine your electrical needs, and provide a recommendation based on your situation. We will share information about obtaining necessary permits, disconnecting power, the new or replacement panel, etc. We always perform a final inspection to ensure everything meets our high safety requirements and the government code standards.
*Service area availability may be limited to due to the current pandemic regulations restrictions*
