Panel Upgrades
Some old electric panels need to be upgraded or replaced due to natural aging, corrosion or obsolescence. The new panel models that are currently available are much more reliable and in general offer better protection from dangerous malfunctions that can cause fire and component failure.
Are there Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels in your house? You may want to replace them.
If your property has a Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panel, you should aim to replace it. These types of panels are known for having a high rate of failure. When a circuits is overloaded, its breaker needs to be able to trip to prevent electrical hazards. However, Federal Pacific breakers are frequently known to fail to trip when these electrical issues occur. An overloaded circuit that does not have its power cut off by its breaker will lead to overheated wiring and can even cause fire. While there is no federal mandate that these panels should be removed from homes, there has been a lot of evidence that the original breakers are too hazardous to leave installed.
Other types of old electric panels may also need to be upgraded or replaced due to natural aging, corrosion or obsolescence. Newer panel models that are currently available are much more reliable and in general offer better protection.
If you are looking for a professional panel upgrade electrician in the San Francisco area, call 415-362-0444 or complete our online service request form.
Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels are now widely known to be hazardous.