What is an Electrical Wiring Installation?
An electrical wiring installation replaces your home's existing breaker box — also called the load center or distribution panel — with a new, higher-capacity unit that can safely deliver more electrical power throughout your property. Most older Oregon homes were built with 60-amp or 100-amp panels, which were adequate for the appliances and electronics available at the time. Today, with high-demand devices like central air conditioning, electric ranges, tankless water heaters, and home theater systems, those outdated panels struggle to keep up. A 200-amp electrical wiring installation provides the capacity modern Oregon households need to run safely and efficiently.
Oregon homes, particularly those in the Portland metro area, Salem, Eugene, and Bend, face unique electrical challenges. Many properties built before the 1980s still rely on their original panels with outdated Federal Pacific or Zinsco breakers — both of which have documented failure rates that create serious fire risks. Oregon's wet climate also accelerates corrosion inside older panels, further degrading connections and reliability. If you live in one of these homes, call (877) 883-2383 for a free panel assessment. Our licensed electricians will evaluate your current system and recommend the right upgrade to protect your family and property.
Beyond safety, a electrical wiring installation is often required when adding major electrical loads to your home. Installing an EV charger, for example, typically requires a dedicated 40-amp to 50-amp circuit — impossible to add safely to many older panels without exceeding their rated capacity. The same applies to adding a hot tub, workshop equipment, or converting from gas to electric appliances. All electrical wiring installations in Oregon must comply with the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code (OESC), which is based on the National Electrical Code with Oregon-specific amendments. Our electricians handle the entire permitting and inspection process, so you never have to worry about code compliance.
Signs You Need a Panel Upgrade
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Circuit breakers trip frequently, especially when running multiple appliances at the same time
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Lights flicker or dim when large appliances like the dryer, microwave, or vacuum turn on
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Your panel still uses fuses instead of breakers — a clear sign the system is decades outdated
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You're planning to add major appliances, an EV charger, a hot tub, or a home addition
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Your home is over 25 years old and still has the original electrical panel installed during construction
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Burning smell or scorch marks near your electrical panel — this is an emergency. Call (877) 883-2383 immediately.
What's Included in Our Panel Upgrade Service
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Full electrical load assessment to determine the right panel size for your home's current and future needs
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New 200-amp breaker panel installation with modern arc-fault and ground-fault protection
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All required Oregon permits and inspections — we handle the entire process from application to final approval
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Utility coordination for power disconnect and reconnect, including scheduling with Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, or your local provider
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Written warranty on all workmanship, giving you peace of mind long after the job is complete
