Load calculation
A written load calculation of existing and planned appliances, so you know whether you need more capacity at all.
ELECTRICAL PANEL UPGRADE · ALBANYElectrical Panel Upgrade
Electrical Panel Upgrade
in Albany, CA.
Small or outdated panel holding up a heat pump, EV charger or kitchen remodel? HAXX upgrades panels in Albany homes and coordinates PG&E and the permit.
Serving Albany Hill, Memorial Park, the Solano Avenue blocks, the Marin Avenue corridor and University Village and the rest of Albany. Share your address to confirm availability.
4.8 rating · 515+ reviewsHVAC & electrical, one teamPermits handledCA Lic #1081990
Panel and service
upgrades.
Most panel projects start with a heat pump, EV charger, induction range or remodel. HAXX begins with your real electrical load and only upgrades what the numbers require.
Panel replacement
Replacing outdated, full or recalled panels, including Zinsco and Federal Pacific.
Service upgrade to 200 A
Coordinating the utility, meter and service equipment when the home needs more power from the street.
Subpanels
Adding a subpanel for a garage, ADU or new circuits when the main panel is out of space.
Load management
Smart panels and circuit-sharing devices that can avoid a service upgrade in some homes.
Permits and utility coordination
HAXX handles the permit, the inspection and the PG&E work order.
ALBANY DETAILSPanel work for
Panel work for
older Albany homes.
With most of Albany built between 1910 and 1950, many homes still run on small original services. Electrification projects usually begin with a panel review.
01
Load calculation first
HAXX measures what the home actually uses before recommending an upgrade. Some projects fit the existing service with load management.
02
Older equipment
Fuse boxes, Zinsco, Federal Pacific and crowded split-bus panels show up in Albany homes and are worth replacing.
03
City panel rebate
Albany's rebate program includes a panel upgrade rebate when the work supports a heat pump. Confirm current terms with the city.
What customers say
about HAXX.
Rated 4.8 across 515+ reviews on Housecall Pro, Google and Facebook. Read more reviews.
★★★★★
“Recently, my dishwasher stopped working, and they discovered it was actually an outlet issue. Not only did they diagnose it quickly, but they also fixed the outlet—saving me from calling an electrician. Reliable, professional, and skilled at handling both appliances and electrical issues.”
★★★★★
“I purchased a couple of ceiling fans and was reluctant due to how old my house was with old wiring so I wanted someone professional and trustworthy. They have been both!”
★★★★★
“Prompt and professional - they helped run a new thermostat wire through a wall and crawl space.”
A CLEAR NEXT STEPFrom your first question
From your first question
to a considered plan.
01
Share your starting point
Existing equipment, home layout and what you want to improve.
02
Review the property
Sizing, airflow, equipment placement and electrical needs.
03
Compare the scope
Options, exclusions, permit requirements and any eligible incentives.
04
Plan installation
Confirm equipment, scheduling and handover details with HAXX.
HAXX ON SITEReal work.
Real work.
Real homes and businesses.
A closer look at recent electrical work by HAXX.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE WORKHands-on work.
Hands-on work.
A real look inside.
On site during a commercial VAV box repair: access above a suspended ceiling, equipment and the work in progress.
Explore recent projectsRecent Projects
Main Panel Installation
Main panel installation.
Main Panel Upgrade
Main panel upgrade.
Main Panel Replacement
Main panel replacement.
SPAN Smart Panel Installation
Span smart panel installation.
Subpanel Installation
Subpanel installation.
Subpanel and New Circuits
Subpanel and new circuits.
Zinsco Subpanel Replacement
Zinsco subpanel replacement.
Basement Subpanel and Circuits
Basement subpanel and circuits.
GOOD TO KNOW
Electrical Panel Upgrade in Albany: questions, answered.
Is a permit needed for a panel upgrade in Albany?
Yes. Albany lists panel change-outs among smaller projects that usually get a permit within 1 to 2 business days. HAXX applies through Cloudpermit and handles PG&E coordination.
How long will the power be off?
Usually one working day for a panel swap, depending on the PG&E disconnect and reconnect schedule.
Do I need 200 amps?
Not always. A load calculation shows whether your current service can carry the new appliances, sometimes with load management. HAXX recommends an upgrade only when the numbers require it.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
The panel swap itself is usually one day. Permits and utility scheduling for service upgrades can add several weeks, so plan early.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROPERTYTell us what you need.
Tell us what you need.
We’ll start there.
Share the property, equipment and questions you have in mind.
(408) 901-8315
Call HAXX to discuss your property and scheduling.