How long does a panel upgrade take?

Most 200A upgrades are finished in 6–8 hours. Power is typically off for 4–6 of those hours.

Do you replace dangerous Federal Pacific panels?

Yes — FPE Stab-Lok and Zinsco panels are a known fire risk and we replace them frequently.

Is whole-home surge protection included?

We include a Type 2 SPD on every panel upgrade at no extra labor — it's the right way to do it.

Electrical Panel Upgrades in MD, DC & Northern VA

Overview

An aging or undersized panel limits everything — from EV chargers to induction ranges to HVAC. Flash Power LLC upgrades hundreds of panels each year across Maryland, DC, and Virginia, including utility coordination and same-day cutovers.

What's included

100A → 200A and 200A → 400A upgrades
Federal Pacific, Zinsco, and Challenger panel replacement
Square D, Eaton, and Siemens panel installs
Meter base, mast, and service entrance replacement
Whole-home surge protection included
Utility coordination with Pepco, BGE, Dominion, and Washington Gas

Our process

1. Load calculation
We perform a NEC load calc and recommend the right service size.
2. Permit & utility coordination
We pull the permit and schedule the utility disconnect/reconnect.
3. Single-day install
Most panel upgrades are completed in one day with the home re-energized by evening.
4. Inspection & closeout
We meet the inspector, close the permit, and email you the closed permit copy.

FAQ

Electrical Panel Upgrades — FAQs

Areas We Serve

Electrical Panel Upgrades across MD, DC & Northern VA

Local, licensed electricians delivering electrical panel upgrades in every DMV neighborhood we cover.

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Bethesda, MD

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Potomac, MD

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Rockville, MD

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Silver Spring, MD

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Arlington, VA

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Alexandria, VA

Electrical Panel Upgrades in McLean, VA

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Falls Church, VA

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Chevy Chase, MD

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Tysons, VA

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