Electrical service and upgrades
We have over 20 years experience helping homeowners upgrade their electrical service and their home wiring
Reliable Electrical Upgrades, Done Right
DML Electric brings over 20 years of experience helping homeowners upgrade their electrical service and modernize their home wiring throughout Central Oregon.
Your electrical service brings power from the utility grid into your home. It’s not something you want to leave outdated. As homes add EV chargers, hot tubs, and other high-demand appliances, the original service often can’t keep up. That’s why DML Electric evaluates your current setup and upgrades your service and panel to safely support everything you need today. It also leaves room for whatever you add in the future.
Why You Might Need an Electrical Service Upgrade
An electrical service upgrade increases the amount of power your home or business can safely handle. In most cases, this means replacing an outdated panel with one built for higher amperage. Homes and buildings need service upgrades for a variety of reasons, including:
Adding New Appliances:
High-demand appliances like electric vehicle (EV) chargers, hot tubs, or heat pumps, for example, require increased power.
Home Renovations:
Remodeling projects that add new rooms or electrical systems can exceed the capacity of an older service.
Safety Concerns:
Old or outdated panels can pose fire hazards or be unable to handle the electrical load of modern life.
Signs of Underpowered Service:
Flickering lights, appliances failing prematurely, or frequent breaker tripping often signal it’s time for a service upgrade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most residential service upgrades are completed in a single day, though the exact timeline depends on your panel’s amperage, your utility company’s scheduling, and whether any permits or inspections are required.
Yes, briefly. Your power will need to be shut off for part of the installation while we disconnect the old panel and connect the new one. We coordinate with your utility company to keep any downtime as short as possible.
Most modern homes are built with a 200-amp service to support central air, EV chargers, and other high-demand appliances. Older homes with 100-amp or 60-amp panels often need an upgrade to keep up with today’s electrical demands.