Shocking Electric Solutions, Inc. replaces and upgrades electrical panels for Peachtree City homeowners. We are a Georgia licensed electrical contractor (license EN216120), working out of 1002 Highway 16 W, Suite A, in Newnan since 2008, and Peachtree City is one of the towns we drive to most. Estimates are free, our work carries a 2-year warranty, and Google reviewers rate us 4.9 stars.
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Why Panels Run Out of Room in Peachtree City
Peachtree City was planned from the start, and most of its houses went up in waves from the 1970s through the 2000s across the villages of Aberdeen, Braelinn, Glenloch, Kedron and Wilksmoor. A house built in 1978 near Lake Peachtree and one built in 2004 near Wilksmoor can have very different electrical equipment, so we never assume. Older homes in the town often still have 100-amp service or a panel brand that is no longer made. Newer homes usually have 200-amp service but a panel that builders filled to the last slot.
What fills those panels is very Peachtree City. The cart path network means most garages already have a golf cart charging overnight. Add a second refrigerator, a freezer, a shop compressor, a heat pump that replaced the old gas furnace, and now an electric vehicle, and a panel that was fine in 1985 starts tripping breakers or simply has no space left for the next circuit.
Signs Your Panel Is the Problem
Not every electrical complaint means you need a new panel. These are the patterns that usually point to the panel or service itself:
- Main or branch breakers that trip when the HVAC, dryer and cart charger all run in the evening
- Lights that dim noticeably when a large appliance or the AC compressor starts
- No open spaces for a new circuit, or a panel full of doubled-up “tandem” breakers
- A fuse box, or a panel brand that a home inspector or insurance company has flagged
- A cover that feels warm, a buzzing sound, scorch marks or a burning smell near the panel
If you notice heat, buzzing or a burning smell, stop using the affected circuits and call a licensed electrician. Do not remove the panel cover yourself. Electrical emergencies can happen anytime, so call us and we will tell you how quickly we can get there. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available.
100 Amps, 150 Amps or 200 Amps?
The right size comes from a load calculation, not a sales pitch. During the free estimate we add up your existing loads and the ones you plan to add, such as an EV charger, a pool pump, a workshop or a kitchen remodel. Some homes only need a new panel with more spaces on the same service. Others need a full service upgrade to 200 amps, which can include a new meter base, new service entrance conductors and sometimes a new mast. We put the exact scope in writing before any work starts, and we do not quote flat numbers online because every house is different.
Georgia Power or Coweta-Fayette EMC
Peachtree City is split between two electric utilities. According to the city, areas generally north of Highway 54 are served by Georgia Power and areas generally south of Highway 54 by Coweta-Fayette EMC, though your bill is the final word. It matters because a service upgrade needs the utility to disconnect and reconnect power, and each one has its own scheduling process. We coordinate that with whichever utility serves your street so the outage is planned for one day and you know when to expect it.
Permits Through the City of Peachtree City
A panel or service change in Peachtree City requires an electrical permit from the City of Peachtree City, followed by an inspection. As the licensed contractor, we pull the permit and meet the inspector. If you live just outside city limits in unincorporated Fayette County, the permit goes through the county instead. Either way, you do not have to file anything. If your neighborhood has an HOA, it is worth checking whether it has rules about exterior meter or mast changes.
What the Job Looks Like
- Free estimate: we look at the panel, meter, grounding, available space and your plans for the house.
- Written scope: panel size, breakers, any meter base or mast work, and surge protection if you want it.
- Permit and utility scheduling: we file with the city or county and line up the disconnect.
- Install day: the old panel comes out, the new one goes in, every circuit is landed, torqued and labeled, and grounding and bonding are brought up to current code. Most homes are back on power the same day.
- Inspection and walkthrough: we meet the inspector and show you the new panel, the main breaker and the labeled directory.
Planning for the Next Ten Years
A panel upgrade is the cheapest time to plan ahead. We can leave room for a future EV charger in Peachtree City, add a whole-home surge protector, or prepare for a generator hookup and transfer switch in Peachtree City. If testing shows the branch wiring is the real issue, we will tell you, and a complete home rewire in Peachtree City may be part of the plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will my power be off during a panel upgrade?
Most Peachtree City panel replacements are done in one working day. A full service upgrade depends on when the utility can disconnect and reconnect, and we schedule that in advance so you can plan around it.
Do I need a new panel to add an EV charger?
Not always. Many homes can add a Level 2 charger after a load calculation. If the panel is full or the service is too small, we will explain the options, including load management devices, before recommending an upgrade.
Is my old panel brand a safety concern?
Some older panel brands have known reliability concerns, and some insurers ask about them. We will tell you honestly what you have, how it is performing and whether replacement makes sense.
Does a panel upgrade need a permit in Peachtree City?
Yes. Panel and service work requires an electrical permit and inspection. We handle both as the licensed contractor.
Can you upgrade a panel located in the garage?
Yes. Many Peachtree City homes have the panel on a garage wall, which often makes the work easier. We also work on panels in hallways, closets and basements.
Related Pages
- Electrical panel upgrades in Newnan, GA
- Electrician in Peachtree City, GA
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- Whole-home surge protection
Schedule a Free Panel Estimate in Peachtree City
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Call Shocking Electric Solutions, Inc. at (678) 552-9399, text (470) 516-7261, email info@shockingelectricsolutions.com, or book online. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. We are at 1002 Highway 16 W, Suite A, Newnan, GA 30263, and our work is backed by a 2-year warranty.