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About This Service
Your electrical panel is the heart of your home's electrical system. If it's undersized, outdated, or showing signs of trouble, it could be a safety hazard. Rutledge Electric performs electrical panel upgrades throughout Stephenville and Erath County — including 100A to 200A service upgrades, subpanel installations, and full panel replacements. Rod Rutledge personally oversees every panel job to ensure it meets Texas electrical code and passes inspection.
What's Included
- 100A, 150A, and 200A service upgrades
- Old fuse box replacement with modern breaker panel
- Subpanel installation for additions, garages, and shops
- Panel replacement due to age, damage, or recall
- Main disconnect installation
- Surge protector integration at the panel
- Dedicated circuit additions
- Permit pulled and inspection scheduled
- Whole-home arc fault (AFCI) protection
- Load calculation for current and future needs
Areas We Serve
Rutledge Electric provides this service throughout Erath County and surrounding North Texas communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need a panel upgrade?
You likely need a panel upgrade if: breakers trip frequently, you have a fuse box instead of a breaker panel, your panel is 100A or less and you're adding major appliances, you want to add a hot tub, EV charger, or major HVAC, or you're having persistent electrical issues. Call Rutledge Electric for a free assessment.
What's the difference between a 100A and 200A panel?
A 100A panel was standard for smaller homes built before the 1980s. A 200A panel is the current standard for most single-family homes and provides significantly more capacity for modern appliances, HVAC, EV chargers, and home offices. Rutledge Electric can advise you on the right size for your home.
Do panel upgrades require a permit?
Yes. All panel upgrades require a permit and inspection in Stephenville and surrounding jurisdictions. Rutledge Electric handles the permit application and schedules the inspection as part of every panel job.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most panel upgrades are completed in a single day. Power will need to be shut off for several hours during the work. Rod will let you know the expected timeline when he provides your estimate.
Are certain panel brands safer than others?
Yes. Some older brands (like Federal Pacific Electric and Zinsco/Sylvania) have been linked to fire hazards and should be replaced. Rutledge Electric uses quality modern panels and can identify if your existing panel is a known safety risk.