Service Upgrades

Does Your Home Need an Electrical Service Upgrade?

As homes add larger appliances, electric vehicle chargers, hot tubs, workshops, additions, and other electrical equipment, an older electrical service may no longer provide enough capacity. Tanner Electric provides professional electrical service upgrades throughout Northern Michigan, helping homeowners and businesses increase the amount of electrical power available to their property.

Our licensed and insured electricians can evaluate your existing electrical service, calculate your electrical needs, and determine whether a service upgrade is appropriate for your home, business, garage, or other property.

What Is an Electrical Service Upgrade?

Your electrical service is the connection between the utility power supply and your property's electrical system. Its capacity determines how much electrical power can safely be supplied to the building.

An electrical service upgrade increases that available capacity and may involve replacing or upgrading components such as the meter equipment, service entrance conductors, main disconnect, electrical panel, grounding system, and related equipment.

Tanner Electric installs and upgrades:

• 100 amp electrical services
• 200 amp electrical services
• 400 amp electrical services
• Residential electrical services
• Commercial electrical services
• Garage and outbuilding services
• Meter and service equipment
• Main electrical panels
• Grounding and bonding systems

We'll evaluate the property and determine what equipment and service capacity are appropriate for your electrical needs.

When Should You Consider Upgrading Your Electrical Service?

A service upgrade is often needed when a property is being renovated or when new equipment substantially increases its electrical demand.

You may need an electrical service upgrade if you're:

• Renovating or adding onto your home
• Building a garage, workshop, or pole barn
• Installing an electric vehicle charger
• Adding a hot tub or spa
• Installing electric heating or other high-demand equipment
• Adding large appliances
• Converting equipment from gas to electric
• Running out of available electrical capacity
• Replacing an outdated electrical service
• Planning for significant future electrical needs

We'll perform the appropriate load calculations rather than simply assuming a larger service is necessary.

200 Amp & 400 Amp Service Upgrades

A 200 amp electrical service is common in modern homes and can provide substantially more capacity than many older electrical systems. For larger homes, properties with extensive electrical equipment, workshops, or other high-demand applications, a 400 amp electrical service may be appropriate.

Bigger isn't automatically better. The correct service size depends on the calculated electrical load of the property and your plans for future equipment. Tanner Electric can help determine the appropriate service size for your particular situation.

Coordinating Your Electrical Service Upgrade

Upgrading an electrical service can require coordination between your electrician, electric utility, and local inspection authority.

Tanner Electric handles the electrical portion of the project and coordinates the necessary steps to help make the transition as smooth as possible. We'll explain what work is required, when power will need to be disconnected, and what to expect during the upgrade.

Plan for Tomorrowʼs Electrical Needs

If you're investing in a service upgrade today, it's worth considering what your electrical needs may look like five or ten years from now.

Future additions such as EV chargers, generators, workshops, electric appliances, home additions, or outdoor living spaces may affect how your electrical system should be designed. Planning ahead can provide flexibility and potentially save you from another major upgrade later.

Electrical Service Upgrades in Northern Michigan

Tanner Electric provides 100 amp, 200 amp, and 400 amp electrical service upgrades for homeowners and businesses throughout Northern Michigan. Whether you're replacing an older electrical service or increasing capacity for new equipment, we'll help determine the right solution and complete the installation safely and to code.