Clinton Heavy Ups & Electrical Panel Upgrades
Thinking You Need A New Electrical Panel?
If you live in Clinton, chances are your home is either wonderfully historic or fairly modern. Either way, your electrical panel might not be keeping up with how much power you actually use every day. From high-powered appliances to smart devices and outdoor lighting, today’s homes demand more juice—and older panels just aren’t built for it.
Upgrading your panel isn’t just a technical to-do. It’s about safety, comfort, and protecting your investment. A new panel can help prevent electrical fires, stop your breakers from constantly tripping, and make sure your home’s ready for whatever you plug in next. It also bumps up your home’s value and ensures you’re in line with the latest safety codes.
Call John Goudie Electrical Contractor, INC at (301) 945-7688 or contact us online today to schedule your electrical panel upgrade in Clinton.
Is Your Panel Keeping Up?
Let’s be real—our power needs today look nothing like they did 10, 20, or even 5 years ago. If your panel can’t keep up, you’re risking more than just inconvenience. Overloaded panels are one of the leading causes of electrical fires. That’s why we at John Goudie Electrical Contractor, INC offer expert heavy-ups and panel replacements right here in Clinton. We want your family to stay safe and fully powered—no flickering lights, no surprises.
Top Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Panel:
- It’s more than 25 years old
- You’ve still got a fuse box
- Your lights flicker or dim when you turn on appliances
- You’ve added new, high-powered appliances recently
- You’ve expanded your home
- You rely heavily on outdoor electronics or lighting
- Your current panel just isn’t cutting it anymore
- If any of that sounds familiar, it’s time for an upgrade.
Old Panel Brands to Watch Out For in Clinton Homes
Clinton has plenty of charming older homes—but that charm can come with outdated electrical equipment. If your panel is made by one of the following brands, it’s time for a serious look:
- Federal Pacific
- Zinsco
- I-T-E Pushmatic
- GTE/Sylvania
These panels are known for safety issues and are no longer available for a reason. If your home has one of these, we highly recommend getting a heavy-up or full panel replacement ASAP.
Still using a fuse box? That’s another red flag. Most fuse boxes handle 30 to 60 amps, but the average home in Clinton today needs 100–200 amps or more. Trying to make do—or bypass—a fuse setup can be dangerous. We strongly encourage upgrading to a modern breaker panel for safety and peace of mind.
FAQs: Electrical Panel Upgrades
Q: How do I know if my panel needs to be upgraded?
Look out for frequent breaker trips, buzzing sounds, lights that dim when you turn things on, or if your panel is just… old. If it’s over 20–25 years, it might be time. Give us a call—we’ll take a look and give you honest advice.
Q: How long does the upgrade take?
Most panel upgrades take one to three days. That includes everything from setup to final safety testing. We do our best to minimize disruption and get your power running smoothly again as quickly as possible.
Q: Will this help lower my electricity bill?
It can! A new panel helps distribute power more efficiently, which cuts down on energy waste. Older systems tend to be less efficient, so upgrading can mean real savings over time—not to mention fewer headaches.
Call John Goudie Electrical Contractor, INC at (301) 945-7688 or contact us online today to schedule your electrical panel upgrade in Clinton.
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