Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel?

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Depending on your Jurisdiction and Local utility company requirements.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Any time a panel is changed or upgraded it needs the power disconnected by the utility at the street and it cannot be connect without the approval of the local electrical inspector.

Answer: Always
Explanation: This is a matter of experience in this type of installation. A licensed electrician knows the local codes and what it takes to install thee panel properly. Also, the majority of utility providers will not reconnect power to a service upgrade without a permit.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: A permit is more than likely required, but also depends on the local municipality requirements.

Answer: Rarely
Explanation: Most people get an electrical inspection after the electrical service upgrade is done but a permit is not required in most jurisdictions

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If the electric company needs to disconnect existing service to allow for new panel, than yes a permit and inspection will need to be performed

Answer: Always
Explanation: must have a inspection so a permit must be pulled

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: That would depend if it is a main break panel connected to the meter or a sub panel adding more breaker space. And if you are the legal home owner which you can take a home owners permit out and do it your self

Answer: Always
Explanation: To ensure proper installation

Answer: Always
Explanation: Upgrading any electrical service is required to provide a permit to ensure the electrical was installed correctly. This is for the home owners safety.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes we need permit for upgrade electric panel

Answer: Always
Explanation: If you upgrade to a higher amperage. Yes a permit is needed. You also need a work order from the power company.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Any additional to a home or business needs to be inspected by a third party to insure the safety and hazards are meet by national electrical standards.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If inside City limits a permit is required.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: In Texas if you own the house and live in it, and it is an unincorporated area, you do not need a permit.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes to ensure proper installation, and the town wants their money lol. Some people skip this step lol, I went to service call other day, guy says I turn off the min breaker and house is still on ? I get there and someone installed a 200 amp main breaker panel on a 100 amp service , they put a 100 amp breaker where the other breakers were, it was illegal and if you have a problem like an electrical fire, you rush to shut the main and end up losing your house because the guy who installed it saved you money but installed the wrong panel to give you more circuits ! Hire a professional not a moonlighter !