Most people don’t think about the electrical service on the exterior of the house. Day after day the elements take their toll. The sun can damage the service cable, causing it to become brittle and crack. This allows water to get in and make its way to the meter socket and load center causing corrosion. It is inevitable that your service will have to be replaced at some point. It is at this point where Enlighten Electric takes preventative measures to extend the life of your service. By studying how previous services deteriorate, we learn better techniques for when we are called on to replace yours.

In most cases, with the advancement of technology, efficiency has reduced how much energy we use. So, when the time comes to replace your service, upgrading may not be necessary. You may just want to consider upgrading the number of circuits available in your panel. You should consider upgrading to a larger service if you are acquiring more electrical appliances, such as an electric range, dryer, heater, A/C, heat pump, car charger etc. or if you have plans to expand your home or build on an addition. At Enlighten Electric, we can evaluate your needs by calculating your load demand and factor in potential growth, then install the right size service with a sufficient number of circuits for your situation.