Your Home Needs Electrical Capacity That Matches

Panel replacements and service upgrades in Butte designed to support your home safely.

You may not think much about your electrical panel until you trip a breaker for the third time in a week or notice scorch marks near the wiring. In older homes across Butte, many panels were installed decades ago and were never designed to power the range of appliances, chargers, and equipment we rely on now. Arc Electric Inc works with homeowners throughout Butte who need increased capacity, safer wiring, or panels that can handle the load of a kitchen remodel or additional heating system.

This service involves evaluating your current panel and incoming service line, then replacing outdated equipment or adding capacity where it is needed. We replace worn breakers that no longer hold their settings, upgrade panels that lack adequate space for new circuits, and install service upgrades when your utility meter and main lines need to support higher amperage. The work improves safety by eliminating overheating risks and restores reliability when circuits trip under normal use.

If your home in Butte is showing signs of inadequate service or you are planning work that will increase electrical demand, reach out to discuss what a panel or breaker upgrade involves.

What Changes When Your Panel Gets Replaced

We begin by shutting off power at the meter, then removing the old panel and inspecting the incoming service line for damage or corrosion. In Butte, many older homes still have aluminum wiring or undersized mains that need attention before the new panel goes in. Once the service line is confirmed or upgraded, we mount the new panel, label each circuit clearly, and reconnect your home's branch wiring to properly rated breakers.

After the work is complete, you will notice that breakers stop tripping under normal use, lights stay steady when you start the dryer, and you have room to add circuits without crowding the box. The panel door closes evenly, every breaker is labeled, and the interior wiring is organized and secure.

This service does not include wiring repairs in walls or appliance connections unless they are part of the scope discussed during your estimate. We coordinate utility shutoffs when required and restore power the same day in most residential panel replacements. The new equipment brings your home in line with current safety standards and prepares it for future changes.

You can ask us anything before we start

Homeowners in Butte often have similar concerns when they are deciding whether to upgrade their panel or just replace a breaker. These questions come up regularly during service calls and estimates.

How do I know if my panel needs to be replaced?
You will see breakers that trip frequently under normal load, scorch marks or heat discoloration near connections, or a panel that lacks space for additional circuits. Homes built before 1980 often have panels that no longer meet the demand of modern appliances.
What happens to my power during the replacement?
Your home will be without power while we replace the panel, typically for several hours. We coordinate the work to minimize disruption and restore service the same day in most cases.
Why would I need a service upgrade instead of just a panel swap?
A service upgrade is necessary when your incoming utility line cannot deliver enough amperage to support your home's current or planned load. We replace the meter base, service line, and panel together when capacity is the issue.
What do you do with the old panel and breakers?
We remove the old equipment and dispose of it according to local guidelines. Any reusable hardware is separated, and the panel interior is cleaned before the new unit is mounted.
How long does a panel replacement take?
Most residential panel replacements in Butte are completed in four to six hours, including utility coordination and final testing. Larger upgrades involving service line work may take longer depending on access and weather.

Arc Electric Inc works with homeowners throughout Butte who need reliable electrical capacity and want their work done without guesswork or delays. If your panel is outdated or you are planning changes that require more power, contact us to schedule an estimate and review your options.