Switchgear replacement
Plan replacement of distribution equipment around the existing service, equipment condition, available capacity, and project requirements.
Panel & Switchgear Upgrades.
PWRUP Electrical provides panel and switchgear upgrades for commercial and industrial properties in Orange County. The work can include replacing distribution equipment, adding sub-panels, reviewing load capacity, and coordinating service changes with the utility.
What we handle.
Define the electrical work around the building and the equipment it needs to support.
Sub-panel additions
Add distribution points where the building layout or a new equipment area calls for additional circuits.
Load calculations
Review existing and proposed loads before selecting the capacity of new or replacement electrical equipment.
Utility coordination
Identify utility requirements and coordinate service work, planned outages, and inspection dependencies within the project scope.
Before we talk.
You do not need a finished plan. These details make the first conversation useful.
- Photos of the panel, switchgear, and equipment labels taken from a safe location
- Existing electrical drawings or previous inspection information
- A list of current and proposed equipment loads
- Known capacity issues and acceptable outage windows
Good questions.
Clear answers.
When should a commercial panel upgrade be considered?
A panel review is useful when equipment is being added, the space is changing use, circuit capacity is limited, or the existing distribution equipment needs replacement. A qualified electrician must assess the installation before recommending an upgrade.
Does a panel upgrade require an outage?
Replacement or service work may require a planned outage. The duration and sequence depend on the installation and any utility or inspection requirements. Discuss operating constraints before the work is scheduled.
Can a sub-panel solve a capacity problem?
A sub-panel can provide more circuit spaces or a more convenient distribution point, but it does not by itself increase the capacity of the incoming electrical service. Existing and proposed loads need to be reviewed first.
Bring us
the load.
The site. The equipment. The work ahead.
Start with what your facility needs.