FAST ELECTRIC SPOKANE
Electrical Panel Upgrades in Spokane, WA
An electrical panel upgrade replaces or enlarges the main service panel that feeds every circuit in the building. Fast Electric Spokane serves Spokane and nearby areas. Call (509) 239-5654 to talk about your job.
Call to confirm service availability, the exact work offered, any visit charges and scheduling before booking. The topics below are planning information, not a guarantee that every type of work is available.
When people call about this
- Breakers that trip often or will not reset
- Fuses, or an older panel that runs hot or looks damaged
- Adding an EV charger, hot tub, workshop or addition
- A home that is adding more load than the panel was sized for
What to ask before you book
Ask what size panel is suggested and why, whether the utility needs to disconnect power, how long the power will be off, and who arranges the permit and inspection.
Have the property address and a short description ready. Our planning guide has a checklist.
What changes the cost
This Old House, updated March 31, 2026, reports a general US range of $1,300 to $3,000 for an upgrade from 100 to 200 amps. Scope, service equipment, utility work and local fees can change the total. Confirm what is included in a written quote. This is national planning context, not a Fast Electric Spokane price or a local quote.
Price source: This Old House: cost to upgrade an electrical panel
What moves the price:
- New panel amperage (100A, 200A or larger)
- Whether the service entrance and meter base also need work
- Condition of grounding and bonding
- Number of circuits and breaker types (AFCI/GFCI)
- Permit and inspection fees
- Drywall or siding repair after the swap
Permits and inspections
A panel upgrade is permit work. In Washington, most electrical work needs a permit bought before work starts. When you hire an electrical contractor, the contractor must buy the permit for the job. Depending on the address, permits and inspections are handled by the city or by Washington State Labor & Industries (L&I). The power company is involved too: disconnecting and reconnecting service is coordinated with the utility, and the inspection has to pass before power goes back on.
Permit source: Washington L&I: electrical permits and inspections
Typical steps to discuss before booking
- Call and describe your panel: brand, amperage if known, and what is changing in the home.
- Site visit to check the panel, service entrance and grounding.
- Written scope: panel size, circuits, permit and utility coordination.
- Permit purchased and work scheduled. Power is off for part of the day.
- City or L&I inspection, then the utility reconnects power.
Keep reading
See Panel upgrade cost guide and How permits work in Spokane, the planning guide and the areas we serve.
Common questions about electrical panel upgrades
How do I know if my panel is too small?
Frequent tripped breakers, lights dimming when large appliances start, a fuse box, or no room for new circuits are common signs. An electrician can measure the load and confirm.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Ask for a project-specific schedule and the expected power outage before booking. The scope, utility coordination and inspection availability affect timing.
Can I add an EV charger without upgrading my panel?
Sometimes. It depends on spare capacity in the panel and the charger size. A load calculation answers it, so ask during the visit.
Are some old panel brands a known problem?
Yes, some older panel brands have documented safety concerns and are often recommended for replacement. Have the brand and condition checked before adding new circuits.
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Fast Electric Spokane · 12 N Grant St, Spokane, WA 99202