Panel upgrade in Lantana, FL
A panel upgrade replaces an old or undersized breaker panel, often 100A to 200A, so your home can safely run modern loads like EV chargers, heat pumps and pool equipment.
What to know in Lantana
Lantana is a small coastal town between Lake Worth Beach and Boynton Beach, with older cottages and waterfront homes.
Older homes sometimes still have panel brands that many electricians recommend replacing; ask for an assessment.
In Lantana, power disconnects and service changes are coordinated with FPL.
Permits in Lantana go through the Town of Lantana building department. A panel replacement requires a permit and inspection in Florida, pulled by a licensed electrical contractor.
What the job usually involves
- Load calculation for your home
- Coordinating the power shutoff and reconnect with the utility
- New panel, breakers and grounding/bonding to current code
- Final inspection
Questions to ask before you hire
- Is the price for a like-for-like swap or a service upgrade (new meter can and service wire)?
- Who coordinates with the utility?
- Will you pull the permit and be at the inspection?
- What is your Florida license number? (Verify the license on myfloridalicense.com)
- Are you insured, and can you send a certificate of insurance?
General information only, not a quote or code advice. Your contractor and the Town of Lantana building department have the final say on requirements.