Electrical Panel Upgrades in Northeast Edmonton
Your electrical panel is the heart of your home’s power. When it’s undersized, dated, or crowded, the rest of the electrical system shows it: lights dim, a breaker hums, or circuit breakers trip when a heater or dryer starts. If you’re planning an Electrical Panel Upgrade in Northeast Edmonton, Halo Power’s licensed electricians bring the planning, permits, and clean workmanship that keep projects safe and smooth.
Why Upgrade Your Electrical Panel?
Homes in Edmonton are adding bigger electrical loads every year. EV chargers, air conditioning, heat pumps, hot tubs, workshops, finished basements, and secondary suites all increase demand. If your breakers trip often, your panel is out of spaces, or you are planning new equipment, a panel replacement is often the most direct way to improve safety and reliability while creating room for growth. Halo Power performs panel and service upgrades across Sherwood Park and the Edmonton area and will help you decide if a panel change is enough or if you would benefit from increasing service size at the same time.
Do I Really Need a Panel Upgrade
Look for these clues that a panel upgrade is due in Edmonton homes:
– Frequent breaker trips or warm/buzzing breakers
– Rust, corrosion, or visible heat damage
– No open spaces for new circuits
– Older/obsolete equipment with known issues (e.g., Stab-Lok/Pushmatic types are commonly replaced)
– Upcoming projects: EV charger, hot tub, heat pump, A/C, basement suite
If you are unsure, a short on site inspection will confirm the best path forward.
What your panel upgrade includes
Every upgrade is scoped for safety, code compliance, and future readiness:
- New loadcentre with a properly sized main breaker and the right number of spaces for your home
- Clean wiring and labeling so circuits are easy to identify and future additions are simple
- Updated protection that aligns with today’s code requirements, including GFCI and AFCI where required
- Grounding and bonding improvements as needed
- Optional whole home surge protection to help safeguard electronics and major appliances
- Capacity planning for likely additions such as EV circuits, heat pump, or a future generator
Sometimes a sub-panel makes sense; other times a full service upgrade is the practical, future-proof path. Our Edmonton electrician team performs a load calculation, checks grounding and bonding, and reviews the meter location so you can ensure your electrical choices align with your plans.
100 amp, 200 amp, or more
Many mature Edmonton houses still run 100-amp service. Add an EV, heat pump, or shop equipment and headroom disappears fast. A 200 amp service gives most families the space they need today, while a 200 amp upgrade protects future projects. In some cases a well-planned sub-panel works; the right answer comes from data, not guesswork. If you’re upgrading your electrical, we’ll discuss when a new service panel is warranted and when a sub-panel is enough.
Local codes, permits, and inspections
Edmonton follows the Canadian Electrical Code and today’s electrical code updates. That means correct breakers (AFCI/GFCI where required), proper bonding and grounding, and approved equipment. Meeting the electrical code isn’t red tape; it prevents faults and reduces the risk of electrical fires. Our professional electrical services include permitting and inspection support from start to finish.
Smart add-ons that pair well with a panel upgrade
- Backup power integration
If you plan to add a generator later, we can reserve spaces and install transfer ready provisions now so the future install is clean. Halo is a Generac Authorized Dealer and Generac Service Technician, so we can design and install standby systems when you are ready. - Whole home surge protection
A small device that can reduce the risk of damage to appliances and electronics during voltage spikes. Many homeowners add this during a panel upgrade for peace of mind. - EV charger circuits
We size a dedicated Level 2 circuit, evaluate cable routing to your parking spot, and confirm that panel or service capacity matches your plans.
Our Straightforward Upgrade Process
Our culture is simple. Do excellent work, communicate clearly, and treat every home with care. Much of our business comes from referrals and repeat clients because we keep that promise on every job.
- Assessment and planning
We measure actual loads, verify grounding and bonding, and review the electrical service panel location. - Permit and utility coordination
Electrical work in Edmonton requires permits and inspection. We schedule the disconnect/reconnect and handle documentation including service upgrades. - Installation day
Conductors are dressed, terminations torqued, wiring upgrades completed as needed, and each circuit is labeled clearly. - Inspection and energization
After inspection, power is restored and we walk you through the layout so you have peace of mind.
Why Homeowners Choose Halo Power
- Residential specialists focused on panel changes and 200 amp service upgrades
- Permits, inspections, and utility coordination handled end to end
- Clean, code compliant installation practices and labeled circuits at handoff
- Local team serving Sherwood Park, Northeast Edmonton, and nearby communities
- Clear communication and straightforward pricing from first call to final walkthrough
Throughout, our professional electricians focus on safety and efficiency and tidy workmanship you’ll appreciate every time you open the door of your reliable electrical panel.
We serve homeowners across Northeast Edmonton and the surrounding communities with responsive scheduling for service calls and projects. Tell us your address and a bit about your project, and we will confirm the fastest available appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Electrical Panel Upgrades in Northeast Edmonton
Yes. Edmonton electrician services must follow current electrical standards and inspection. Our electricians will ensure the paperwork and scheduling are handled.
Expect a planned outage during the swap and reconnect. We schedule the window with you and coordinate with electricians in Edmonton and utility staff so downtime is minimal.
If your panel shows heat damage or corrosion, trips frequently, or has no free spaces, it is time to evaluate. We will inspect and recommend either a panel change or a full service upgrade based on the condition of your equipment and your future plans.
Often yes. If the issue is panel condition or lack of spaces, a panel change may be the right choice. If you are adding larger loads like EV charging or AC, we will also price a service upgrade so you can decide with confidence.
Several legacy panel types are widely replaced due to performance and safety concerns. During your assessment we will identify your equipment and explain the best remedy based on condition and code.
Yes. We can reserve spaces and install transfer ready hardware so a future generator install is straightforward. Halo is authorized to sell, install, and service Generac systems.
Not always. We’ll calculate loads and recommend either a sub-panel, a new electrical panel, or a full electrical service upgrade.