Ottawa Electrical
Panel Upgrades

We ensure your electrical panel is safe, code-compliant, and capable of supporting your appliances and technology.

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“They upgraded my electrical service, including a new panel and generator. The entire process went extremely well thanks to their attention to detail, professionalism, and thoroughness.”

— Darren and Eleana Duff

“An outstanding experience during our condo renovation, including upgrading the electrical panel. The entire team was professional and the work was excellent.”

— Harry Harsch

“I needed to upgrade my electrical panel from fuses to breakers. Lumos found a simpler solution that was safe, effective, and to code. First-class service and skill.”

— John Rau

“We had a panel replaced along with light fixtures and outlets installed in the basement. I was very happy with the work and the price was competitive.”

— Amanda Bleakney

“Lumos upgraded our kitchen electrical system, including receptacles, pot lights, ceiling lighting, and panel work. The result is truly amazing.”

— Deborah Rody

“Great work, reasonable prices, and very fair. They saved us money by recommending against unnecessary work.”

— Abhu Dhanda

“They showed up when they said they would, performed all the work professionally, and left the house clean. Great company.”

— Greg Curry

“The electrician arrived on time and completed the requested work efficiently. It was a pleasure dealing with Lumos Electric.”

— James Armstrong

“Punctual and professional. They worked efficiently and respectfully in my home.”

— Pascale Milne
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Master Electricians for Electrical Panel Service & Replacement

If you need an electrical service upgrade, say from 100 amps to 200 amps or 400 amps, you probably need to replace your electrical service panel as well. Why would you want to do this service upgrade? As we consume a greater amount of electricity, with more devices used, we end up needing more circuits to support the continued, even flow of electricity in the home. Perhaps you’re adding specialty breakers, or maybe your insurance company has demanded that you change the panel from fuse breakers to a breaker panel.

Lumos Electric is a team of master electricians in Ottawa. We have served the Ottawa community with peace of mind, especially homeowners with older homes needing wiring & electrical upgrades, for many years. Contact us today to find out how we can help with your electrical service upgrade & panel replacement in Ottawa.

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Upgrade Your Electrical Panel with Ottawa’s Trusted Electricians

Is your home’s electrical panel outdated or struggling to handle modern power demands?
Our licensed Ottawa electricians specialize in electrical panel changes, and upgrades.
Don’t risk power outages or electrical hazards. Call Lumos Electric today!

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When is It Time to Replace a Service Panel?

Do you own an older home in Ottawa? If so, you know that maintenance and upkeep are important as the years go by. This includes repairing or replacing certain components that have outlived their life cycle or been made obsolete. Our modern demands for electricity have changed since the time many homes were built; we’re consuming more energy and we need more outlets for more devices. Upgrading your electrical service is a likely needed step. We can help upgrade your service to 200-amp or 400-amp service.

A service panel replacement would be part of the electrical service upgrade. As we are master electricians in Ottawa, we have the experience and training necessary to perform a safe & reliable electrical service upgrade and panel replacement that delivers peace of mind.

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Read What Our Customers Are Saying

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Ben Borg
Lumos Electric
May 7, 2020
    

The entire Lumos crew is a pleasure to work with. A very clean, polite, and professional company that I would recommend for any size of project. The work always comes out pristine!

Ben Borg
Life Long Landscaping
Lumos Electric
May 7, 2020
    

Great company to work with. On time, on budget and always willing to work around my project schedules. I would highly recommend them!

Life Long Landscaping
Chris Barrette
Lumos Electric
May 7, 2020
    

Top shelf in every aspect including service, advice, workmanship, and price!

Chris Barrette
Steve Papousek
Lumos Electric
May 7, 2020
    

Rob was great to deal with right from the start. Came in promptly and was very open about the issues that the previous home owners left us, and fixed it up efficiently. Highly recommended

Steve Papousek
Blair McNaughton
Lumos Electric
May 7, 2020
    

I had an issue involving my hydro meter and conduit. I called lumos electric and had the pleasure of working with Mr. Cleator. He is a very knowledgeable and talented electrician who had everything under control from the start of the job to the finish. Everything was taken care of for me and issue was resolved. They turned a bad situation into a safe and satisfied one. I would highly recommend Lumos electric for any electrical needs!

Blair McNaughton
S Skublics
Lumos Electric
May 5, 2020
    

Very professional. Very knowledgeable. Very affordable. They had wonderful ideas and pointed out several deficiencies in the lighting that could be greatly improved. They gave us a list of suggestions and then let us pick what we wanted to do - no pressure, no sales pitch. Our new lighting is functional and beautiful. I highly recommend them. Thanks Scott and Rob.

S Skublics
anthony.boschin
Lumos Electric
May 5, 2020
    

At short notice I reached out to Lumos to assist with running a new 40amp line to our stove. Scott and Rob were able to help almost immediately and did an amazing and very professional job. We will for sure us them again in the future.

Anthony Boschin
Maddy
Lumos Electric
May 5, 2020
    

Scott and his friendly helpful team provided great service at a fair price in a timely manner. Easy communication with Scott at all stages of the project was welcome. Highly recommended!

Maddy

Areas We Serve in and Around Ottawa

Find out where and how Lumos Electric can help:

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Ottawa

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Orleans

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Kanata

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Kemptville

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Stittsville

 

 


Licensed Residential & Commercial Electricians in Barrhaven

Emergency Electrical
Service FAQs

You may need an electrical panel upgrade if your current panel no longer has enough capacity for your home’s electrical needs, is outdated, or needs additional circuits. Common reasons include frequent breaker trips, a fuse panel, limited breaker space, renovations, or adding high-demand equipment such as an EV charger, heat pump, hot tub, or other major appliances. A licensed electrician can assess your panel and electrical load to determine whether an upgrade is actually necessary.

A 200 amp service may be recommended when a 100 amp service cannot comfortably support your home’s current or planned electrical demand. This is common when adding an EV charger, heat pump, hot tub, electric appliances, a major renovation, or other high-demand equipment. However, not every home with 100 amp service automatically needs an upgrade. Lumos Electric can assess your electrical load and available capacity to determine what your home actually requires.

A panel replacement generally means replacing the existing electrical panel while keeping a similar service capacity. A service upgrade increases the amount of electrical capacity available to the property, such as upgrading from 100 amps to 200 amps, and typically includes replacing or modifying the electrical panel as part of the project. The amount of additional work required depends on the home’s existing electrical service.

Electrical panel upgrade costs can vary depending on the type of work required. A 100 amp to 200 amp panel upgrade typically costs around $2,500 to $5,000, while a same-amperage panel replacement is generally around $1,800 to $3,000+. A fuse box to breaker panel conversion commonly costs around $2,200 to $3,800.

The final cost depends on your existing electrical system and whether the project requires additional work such as a new meter base, service entrance upgrades, grounding or bonding updates, panel relocation, additional circuits, utility coordination, or ESA requirements. Lumos Electric can assess your existing system and provide a quote based on the work your home actually needs.

Not always. Whether you need a panel upgrade depends on your existing electrical service, current household load, available panel capacity, and the EV charger being installed. Many Level 2 chargers require a dedicated 240V circuit, so an electrician should assess the home’s available capacity before installation. If sufficient capacity is available, a full panel or service upgrade may not be necessary.

Yes, electrical panel replacements and service upgrades generally require an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) notification and inspection in Ontario. When Lumos Electric completes the work, we coordinate the applicable ESA requirements and complete the installation in accordance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.

The timeline depends on the scope of the project. A straightforward panel replacement may be completed within a day, while a larger service upgrade can take longer when utility coordination, service entrance work, meter equipment, or additional electrical upgrades are required. Lumos Electric can provide a clearer timeline after assessing your existing electrical system and the type of upgrade needed.

Yes. Lumos Electric provides electrical panel replacements and service upgrades throughout Ottawa and surrounding communities. We assess your existing panel, electrical capacity, and current and future power needs to determine the appropriate solution, including 100 amp to 200 amp service upgrades and panel changes for renovations, EV chargers, heat pumps, and other electrical additions.

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