Panel replacements
Replace worn or undersized breaker panels with equipment sized for today’s residential and light-commercial needs.
Chattanooga · North Georgia · Free estimates for planned upgrades
Electrical panel upgrades that keep up with how you use power.
Older panels, full breaker spaces, and new loads—EV chargers, heat pumps, workshops, and remodel kitchens—often need a service upgrade. River City Electric plans and installs panel upgrades for homes and businesses across Greater Chattanooga and North Georgia. Call 423-718-7085 or request a free estimate.
Craftsmanship you can see
Every circuit labeled. Every panel left tidy.
A panel upgrade should leave you with more than capacity: clean wiring, clearly labeled circuits, and a panel that is easy to understand and service for years to come.
Why upgrade your electrical panel
More capacity, safer equipment, and room to grow.
A panel that was fine for a 1970s load profile may struggle with today’s appliances and electronics. Frequent breaker trips, warm panel covers, limited open slots, or a utility note about service size are common signals that an upgrade is worth planning—not waiting for a failure on a busy week.
We look at how you actually use power, what’s already in the wall, and what you’re adding next so the new setup supports the home or shop without unnecessary guesswork.
Panel & service upgrade work
From planning the amperage to a clean, labeled finish.
Service upgrades
Increase available capacity when your utility service and interior distribution need to move up together.
Circuit planning
Map new circuits for kitchens, additions, EV charging, and workshops so the panel isn’t a crowded afterthought. Adding a Tesla charger? See Tesla charger installation.
Free estimates
Planned panel upgrades include a free estimate based on your property—not a one-size-fits-all number online.
How we approach upgrades
Straightforward process for Chattanooga & North Georgia properties.
Assess the load
We review existing panels, main service, and the new equipment or remodel you’re planning before recommending a path.
Coordinate the work
Upgrades often involve utility timing and clear communication so downtime is planned—not a surprise outage.
Finish ready to use
You get a cleaner, more capable system with guidance on what changed and how to use the new capacity wisely.
Panel upgrade questions
Panel upgrade FAQ.
Do I need a panel upgrade for a Tesla charger?
Not always. Every charger install starts with a load check of your panel and electrical service. If there isn’t room for a dedicated charger circuit, we’ll explain the options, including a panel upgrade, before any work begins. See our Tesla charger installation page.
Do I need a panel upgrade for a home generator?
It depends on your panel and how much of the home you want backed up. We install Generac and Kohler generators and check the panel and transfer switch setup as part of every generator installation. Our home standby generator guide walks through what to plan before install day.
What are signs my panel needs an upgrade?
Breakers that trip when loads overlap, no open spaces for new circuits, aging or outdated panel hardware, warmth or burning smells near the panel, or plans to add an EV charger, HVAC, a generator, or a remodel.
Are you licensed for panel work in Tennessee and Georgia?
Yes. River City Electric holds Tennessee electrical license #75272 and Georgia electrical license #EN218035, and serves Chattanooga, Ooltewah, and nearby North Georgia towns.
Is the estimate free?
Yes, free estimates cover planned installs, upgrades, and remodels. Diagnostic repair visits include a service fee. Call 423-718-7085, Mon–Fri, 8 AM–4 PM.
Ready to plan an upgrade
Get a free estimate for your panel project.
Call River City Electric or send project details online. Free estimates cover planned installs, upgrades, and remodels; diagnostic repair visits include a service fee.
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Free estimate
Tell us what you need.
Planned work includes a free estimate. Send a few details and we’ll call you back during office hours, Mon–Fri, 8 AM–4 PM.
Prefer to talk? Call (423) 718-7085. Want to share more? Use the full request form.