⚡ 24/7 Emergency Electrical Service — Call (512) 774-0082 anytime
☎ (512) 774-0082 Free Estimate

Panel Upgrades in Austin, TX

Licensed master electrician panel upgrades in Austin — 100A to 200A, 200A to 400A, full service upgrades.

Austin homes built before 1990 — particularly in Hyde Park, Travis Heights, and East Austin — commonly run on 100-amp service panels that were adequate for the time but can’t support modern electrical loads. Arc Nemesis Electric has upgraded hundreds of Austin-area panels since 2011, and every upgrade is performed by a licensed master electrician who knows Austin Energy’s inspection requirements and pulls the required permits before touching the main breaker.

Typical Cost Ranges in Austin

ServiceTypical Range
100A to 200A panel upgrade$1,200–$2,400
200A to 400A panel upgrade$2,500–$4,500
Panel replacement (same amperage)$900–$1,800
Subpanel installation$800–$2,000

All prices are flat-rate estimates. Arc Nemesis Electric provides a written quote before starting any work — what we quote is what you pay.

Typical Cost Range: $1,200–$4,500

Get a Free Estimate

Questions about panel upgrades? Contact us today.

We respond within one business day. No spam, ever.

Frequently Asked Questions About Panel Upgrades

Upgrade your panel if you’re adding a major appliance (EV charger, hot tub, whole-home generator), frequently tripping breakers, or if your home still has a 60-amp or 100-amp service panel. Austin homes built before 1980 with original panels are overdue. Panels also have a 25-40 year service life — older brands like Federal Pacific or Zinsco are known fire hazards and should be replaced regardless of amperage.
A 100A to 200A panel upgrade in Austin typically runs $1,200–$2,400 including labor, materials, and the Austin Energy permit. Upgrading from 200A to 400A for large homes or EV charging setups costs $2,500–$4,500. Arc Nemesis Electric provides a flat-rate written quote before starting — no per-hour billing that inflates the final invoice.
A standard 100A to 200A panel upgrade takes 4–8 hours. Austin Energy typically schedules the required meter disconnect within 1–3 business days of permit approval. Arc Nemesis Electric handles the permit application and Austin Energy coordination as part of the job — you don’t make those calls.
Yes. The City of Austin requires a permit for any panel upgrade or replacement. The permit triggers an inspection by Austin Energy before the meter is re-energized. Working without a permit creates liability issues if you sell the home and voids homeowner’s insurance coverage for electrical fires. Arc Nemesis Electric pulls the permit on every panel job — it’s included in the flat-rate price.
Yes. Arc Nemesis Electric manages the full permit-to-inspection process. After the panel is upgraded, we coordinate the Austin Energy meter reconnect and inspection. The licensed master electrician who completed the job is available to address any inspection notes — which is rare but happens on older homes with additional code compliance items identified during inspection.

Communities We Serve

We provide panel upgrades in Austin and the surrounding area.

Austin Round Rock Cedar Park Pflugerville Georgetown Leander Kyle Buda

Ready for Reliable, Flat-Rate Electrical Service?

Get your upfront price before we start a single wire. Serving Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and the full 40-mile metro. Same-day and 24/7 emergency available.

Get a Free Estimate (512) 774-0082