Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel?

Answer: Always
Explanation: It is always required to hire a licensed electrician to pull permits, for panel upgrades

Answer: Always
Explanation: Absolutely. When upgrading or installing a new panel you will need a permit. You may also need to upgrade your service cable if you are upgrading the amperage.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: I highly recommend to get electrical permits. However, Sometimes it is not in the owners budget. Another issue with getting electrical permits is the delay PGE or your electrical service provider will schedule a shut off date to remove power. Some Panels have taken up to 3 months due to pge schedule to transfer over power.

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: Always
Explanation: Yes, when dealing with your utility provider and the city they will verify that the other has checked the work to ensure neither party has liability. You can receive large fines if this is not done correctly.

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: In most cases
Explanation: Some municipalities do not require a permit, but most do and you should always check with your local municipality.

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: In most cases
Explanation: Depends on the jurisdiction

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: With upgrades you have to upgrade bathroom and arc-fault the bedrooms in some jurisdictions

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: Always need a permit from the township