NAVI Electric

09/03/2026

Is your electrical panel actually big enough for your home?

Between EV chargers, heat pumps, hot tubs, electric ranges, home offices, and everything else we’re plugging in these days, modern homes can demand a LOT more power than they used to.

So is 100 amps enough? Do you need 200 amps? What about 320/400 amps?

The answer depends on more than just the size of your house.

In our latest blog, we break down:
🔌 What different panel sizes can handle
🏠 When a 100A service may no longer be enough
⚡ Why 200A has become so common
🚗 How EV chargers and other large loads affect your electrical capacity
📈 When it might make sense to consider an even larger service

If you're planning renovations, adding an EV charger, switching to electric appliances, or simply wondering whether your current panel can keep up, this is a good place to start.

📞 Have questions about your home's electrical capacity? NAVI Electric can help determine what your home actually needs.

08/24/2026

Thinking about installing a standby generator before the next power outage?

There’s more to a generator installation than choosing the right size. Placement, fuel source, permits, electrical requirements, and your home’s specific power needs all play a role in getting it done safely and correctly.

If you’re an Everett homeowner considering backup power, we put together a quick guide covering what you should know before getting started.

Read the full blog: https://www.navielectricllc.com/blog/generator-installation-considerations-in-everett

📞 Ready to talk about backup power for your home? Give NAVI Electric a call to schedule an estimate.

08/24/2026

I asked the guys to send me some videos for content this week. This is what they came up with

08/20/2026

Sparky using a TRASH CAN?!
Why yes. Yes, we do 😌
Clown us all you want, but we don’t tolerate a messy job site over here ❌ 🙂‍↔️

08/20/2026

⚡ Electrical codes change. Is your home keeping up?

Washington’s electrical codes are designed to improve safety, prevent electrical hazards, and keep up with the way we use power in our homes today.

If you’re planning a remodel, replacing a panel, adding new circuits, or making other electrical upgrades, current code requirements can play a big role in how the project needs to be completed.

We broke down some of the electrical code updates Washington homeowners should know about in our latest blog. 👇

https://www.navielectricllc.com/blog/electrical-code-updates-in-washington-what-homeowners-need-to-know

08/11/2026

Your electrical panel called. It was ready for retirement 😂⚡
Out with the old, in with something a little cleaner, safer, and much better prepared for today’s electrical demands.
Swipe for the before ➡️ after
If your panel looks more like the “before” photo, it might be time for a conversation

08/10/2026

Your electrical panel is full... now what?

A full panel doesn’t automatically mean you need to replace or upgrade the entire electrical service.

Sometimes, adding a subpanel can give you the additional breaker space you need for things like:

🔌 New dedicated circuits
🚗 EV chargers
🛠️ Garage or workshop power
❄️ Heat pumps & AC
🏠 Home additions
💡 Future electrical upgrades

But a subpanel isn’t always the right answer. Your existing electrical service still needs enough capacity to handle the additional load.

We broke down when adding a subpanel makes sense, when it doesn’t, and what homeowners should consider before adding one in our latest blog.

👇 Read the full article:
https://www.navielectricllc.com/blog/can-you-add-a-subpanel-when-it-makes-sense

Need more room in your electrical panel? Give NAVI Electric a call and we can help determine the best option for your home. ⚡

08/10/2026

07/30/2026

🚨 That "small" electrical problem probably isn't getting better...

A breaker that trips once in a while.
A light that flickers.
An outlet that's warm to the touch.

It's easy to put these things off because your home is still working... until it isn't.

What starts as a simple repair can quickly turn into:
⚠️ Damaged wiring
⚠️ Burned outlets
⚠️ More expensive repairs
⚠️ Safety hazards for your family

The sooner an electrical issue is diagnosed, the more likely it can be repaired before it turns into a much bigger problem.

If something in your home doesn't seem right, trust your instincts. Electrical systems usually give warning signs before they fail.

Read our latest blog to learn why waiting can end up costing far more than fixing the problem today.

👉 https://www.navielectricllc.com/blog/why-waiting-on-electrical-repairs-can-cost-you-more

07/23/2026

You know what’s hotter than your house in a heatwave?
Your house burning down because you overloaded your circuit 🔥🥵

Give us a call- a portable ac unit + dedicated circuit is still cheaper than a new HVAC system
📞 425.737.1905