End-to-End Electrical Panel Upgrade Across the Lower Mainland.
Most homeowners don't think about their electrical panel until something goes wrong. By then, it's an emergency callout, not a planned upgrade. ElectroMax Systems helps homeowners across Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley upgrade their panels before issues arise. Every electrical panel upgrade is fully permitted, professionally installed, and ready for inspection.
What we cover
on every install.
When you book with us you get the full job done — not just the charger on the wall. Here's everything we take care of at your home.
Full Electrical Assessment
Before we touch anything, we look at your existing panel, your current load, and your service entrance. This tells us exactly what your home needs.
Permit Application
BC requires a permit for every panel upgrade — no exceptions. We file it with the BC Safety Authority on your behalf. You do not chase paperwork or make phone calls.
Removal of Your Old Panel or Fuse Box
Whether you have a 60-amp, 100-amp, or old fuse-based system, we disconnect and remove it safely. Outdated panels are not just inefficient, they are a risk to your home and your insurance coverage.
200-Amp Panel Supply and Installation
Your new panel is supplied, installed, and wired to current BC Electrical Code. It is sized for modern demand — EV chargers, kitchen appliances, home additions, and whatever else your home runs day to day.
Grounding and Bonding Update
We bring your grounding and bonding up to current BC code standards on every job. It is not optional, and we do not skip it.
Circuit Breaker Labelling
Every breaker in your new panel is clearly labelled, so you can easily see what it controls.
BC Safety Authority Inspection
Once the install is done, we book the BC Safety Authority inspection and attend it ourselves. Your panel upgrade is not complete until it passes.
From first call
to your first charge.
Getting an EV charger installed at your home doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s exactly what we do — from the moment you call us to the moment your charger is ready to use.
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Frequent Breaker Trips
If your breakers are tripping every time you run the dishwasher or microwave together, your panel is overloaded. That is not a breaker problem; that is your panel telling you it cannot keep up.
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Outdated Fuse Box Still in Use
Fuse boxes were standard decades ago. Today they cannot handle modern electrical demand, and most insurance companies in BC will flag them. If your home still has one, replacement is not optional — it is overdue.
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Panel Rated at 60 or 100 Amps
A 60-amp or 100-amp panel was built for a different era. Modern homes need at least a 200-amp panel upgrade in BC to run safely and efficiently.
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Upcoming Renovation or Home Addition
Adding a kitchen, finishing a basement, or building an addition means more circuits and more load. If your current panel is already near capacity, your renovation needs a panel upgrade as part of the plan.
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Planning to Install an EV Charger or Hot Tub
EV chargers and hot tubs draw significant power. Most older panels cannot support them without upgrades. Adding a high-draw appliance to an undersized system creates a real safety risk.
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Free On-Site Estimate
We come out, look at your panel, and give you a straight number before anything starts. No obligation, no guessing over the phone.
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Permitted Install & Inspection
Every job is filed with the BC Safety Authority, done by our own licensed team, and closed with a passed inspection sign-off.
Home charging is
the whole game.
Your electrical panel controls every circuit in your home. When it is undersized or outdated, your whole house feels it — breakers trip, lights flicker, and appliances struggle to run properly. Most homes in BC built before the 1990s are still running on 60-amp or 100-amp panels that were never designed for modern demand.
A 200-amp panel upgrade in BC brings your home up to current electrical code, satisfies your insurance provider, and gives your home the capacity to handle EV chargers, renovations, and high-draw appliances.
We are a BC licensed, fully insured electrical company based in Surrey, serving homeowners across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Every panel upgrade we handle is properly permitted, inspected, and closed with a passed BC Safety Authority sign-off.
Get money back
for your install.
If you’re getting an EV charger installed at your home, there’s a good chance you qualify for a rebate. Here’s exactly what’s available and how much you can get back.
Rebates Require a Heat Pump Installation
You cannot claim a rebate for a standalone panel upgrade. The money comes when your panel upgrade is part of installing a qualifying heat pump through the CleanBC Energy Savings Program. If you are planning both, you are in a good position to claim them.
Rebate Amounts Vary by Income
This is not a flat rate for everyone.
- Lower-income householdsUp to $5,000
- Moderate-income householdsUp to $3,500
- Middle-income householdsUp to $1,500
Register Before Work Starts & Use an HPCN-Registered Electrician
You must register and receive your eligibility code before any work starts. If you install first and apply after, you will be disqualified. Your contractor also needs to be part of the home performance contractor network.
Most homeowners in BC pay between $2,500 and $5,000 for a full 200-amp panel upgrade. That covers labour, materials, and the permit. The final number depends on your existing setup and whether your service entrance needs work. We give you a fixed quote before anything starts.
Six reasons customers
book us instead.
BC Licensed
Every panel upgrade is done by a licensed electrician. Qualified hands from start to finish.
Fully Insured
You and your home are covered on every job we do.
WorkSafeBC Covered
We follow every safety standard on every job. Your home and our experts are protected.
Locally Based
We are based in Surrey. Faster response times, no travel delays, and a team that works across the Lower Mainland every single day.
No Subcontractors
We handle the work ourselves. Your project is not handed off to another company or contractor.
Permits Handled
We file it, manage it, and attend the BC Safety Authority inspection ourselves. You do not touch any paperwork.
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Questions about EV
charger installation.
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in BC?
Most homeowners in BC pay between $2,500 and $5,000 for a full 200-amp panel upgrade. That covers labour, materials, and the permit. The final number depends on your existing setup and whether your service entrance needs work. We give you a fixed quote before anything starts.
Do I need a permit to upgrade my electrical panel in BC?
Yes — BC requires a permit for every panel upgrade, no exceptions. We file it with the BC Safety Authority before work begins and attend the inspection ourselves. If an electrician tells you a permit is not needed, walk away.
How long does a panel upgrade take to complete?
Most residential panel upgrades take one full day — around six to eight hours. If your service entrance needs upgrading too, it may run into a second day.
Will my power be off during the panel upgrade?
Yes — expect your power to be off for four to six hours during the job. We coordinate with BC Hydro in advance and let you know the outage window before the job day.
What is the difference between a panel upgrade and a fuse box replacement?
A fuse box replacement in BC means swapping out an old fuse-based system for a modern breaker panel. A panel upgrade means replacing an undersized breaker panel — like a 60-amp or 100-amp — with a 200-amp panel upgrade in BC. Both need a permit and a licensed electrician.
Can I add an EV charger or hot tub without upgrading my panel?
It depends on your current capacity. A Level 2 EV charger needs a dedicated 40 to 50-amp circuit and a hot tub needs 50 to 60 amps. If your panel is already near capacity, adding either one without upgrading first is a safety risk.
Does a panel upgrade increase my home's value in BC?
Yes — a modern 200-amp panel is a genuine selling point. Inspectors flag outdated panels, and many BC insurers charge higher premiums or refuse coverage on homes with old fuse boxes. A permitted, inspected upgrade removes that flag.
Serving Metro Vancouver
& the Fraser Valley.
We install panel upgrades across the Lower Mainland. Every city has its own quirks — panel age, permit desk, strata rules. Pick your city for a page written specifically for you.
What a 200-amp panel upgrade actually costs in BC in 2026, the permit process, and what Lower Mainland homeowners should know before booking.