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How long does it typically take to replace an electrical panel? (upgrade from 100 to 200 amps, using existing wiring)

Less than 2 hours
4%
2-4 hours
19%
4-6 hours
25%
6-8 hours
36%
Over 8 hours
8%
Not sure
6%
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Question: How long does it typically take to replace an electrical panel? (upgrade from 100 to 200 amps, using existing wiring)
Top Answer (36% of 47 votes): 6-8 hours.

A two-man crew should need about 6-8 hours (or one full day) to upgrade your electrical service. Use our free matching service to find local electrical contractors.
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Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: Too many factors to accurately say, but typically it will be a full work day.
G & H Electrical Services, LLC
Answer: 4-6 hours
Explanation: The actual installation takes about 4 to 6 hours, but the process may be different depending on the city and utility provider
Kingdom Electric Company
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: It depends on the complexity of the install
Light It Up Electric
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Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: Installing a new service and electrical panel usually takes about a day.
Ross Electric Company
Answer: 4-6 hours
Explanation: This is something that doesn't need to be rushed. A panel change-out requires that the wiring in the existing panel be handled carefully so that it is not damaged. you would also want to mark all of the wires to identify where they go and to make sure that they are reinstalled on the correct size breaker.
Electrical Services Plus LLC
Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: Depending on the existing installation, is the service 200 amps or does it require a service upgrade? Is it hard piped as in commercial applications?
RAC Electrical Services`
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Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Depends on what needs to be done.
Aegis Electric LLC
Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: really just depends on the amount of circuits needed to relocate into new panel
Electrical Services Inc.
Answer: 4-6 hours
Explanation: all jobs are different so could be longer or shorter
ELITE ELECTRIC SERVICES
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Answer: 2-4 hours
Explanation: This requires communication with the power company, inspection department, and electrical contractor working together to ensure the power upgrade is done within code requirements and safety regulations.
Seabreeze Electric
Answer: 4-6 hours
Explanation: 4 to 6 hours if we need to replace it in the same location
Gacem Electric
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Cannot use existing wiring. Up the panel is upgraded to 200 amp than the meter and feeder wire must also be upgraded.
Kristoff Electric
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Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: A service upgrade is an all day job requiring 1 man inside and 1 man outside plus co-ordinating with the power company
Jove Electric
Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: It depends on how many circuits were added through the years, inspections, and the power utility company.(usually 6-8 hours, but that can vary depending on the particular situation)
LED Electrical Services
Answer: 6-8 hours
Explanation: 2 guys typically most of the day to change panel , meter, and riser.
DiBiagio Electrical Construction llc
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