07/31/2026
Take a look at this unique project we completed recently. Before is an image of an old 120/240 Volt 60 Amp service entrance. The after image is our upgrade to 200 Amp. The biggest challenge with this was that the house was in Flood zone. After working with the local codes office, we were able to come up with a cost-effective option for the customer so they could get their service upgraded while meeting the requirements for flood zone. You will notice the use of a combination meter base and disconnect. This is a very common and cost-effective way of doing an overhead service upgrade. Our area recently switched to the NEC 2020 edition which requires all residential dwellings have an exterior disconnect along with a surge protection device. In this scenario, however, all the branch circuits and breaker panel needed moved from the basement all the way up to the second floor based on the flood survey. All the branch circuits were extended in PVC conduit as seen in the after image to a new 40 space panel on the second floor. Every projects has its challenges, but our goal is to give our customers the safest option while remaining cost effective. We go the extra mile for our customers! Message us today on our website for a free estimate on your next electrical project.