Your electrical panel distributes power to every circuit in the house. If it's outdated, undersized or unsafe, everything downstream suffers. Central Texas LiveWire upgrades panels in Bastrop to handle modern loads — HVAC, kitchens, EV chargers — safely.
We review your current and planned electrical loads.
Permits pulled and utility coordination handled when needed.
New panel installed, circuits transferred and labeled.
Work inspected and power restored.
| Factor | Panel replacement | Subpanel |
|---|---|---|
| Best when | The main panel is outdated, unsafe or undersized for your service. | The main panel is sound but out of breaker space in one area. |
| Adds capacity? | Yes, when paired with a service upgrade. | No — it distributes existing capacity. |
| Cost | Higher. | Lower. |
We'll recommend the right option after a load assessment.
Every job is quoted after we see it — these are the things that move the number:
Upgrading service size costs more than replacing a panel of the same size.
Service upgrades may require new meters or utility coordination.
More circuits to transfer means more labor.
Permit fees vary by jurisdiction.
Multimeter testing voltage at an outdoor generator inlet box on siding
Multimeter testing voltage at an outdoor generator inlet box on siding
Open breaker panel beside disconnect box with wiring on exterior wall
Open breaker panel beside disconnect box with wiring on exterior wall
Generator transfer switch enclosure with warning label and inspection sticker
Generator transfer switch enclosure with warning label and inspection sticker
Usually most of a day for a panel swap. We'll schedule it with you in advance.
Many modern homes with electric heat, EV chargers or large kitchens benefit from it. A load calculation tells us for sure.
Some older panels and fuse boxes have known issues. We'll inspect yours and tell you plainly.
New circuits, repairs and whole-home rewiring for older homes.
Learn more → Standby and portable generator hookups for power when the grid goes down.
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New outlets, GFCI protection, USB outlets, dimmers and smart switches.
Learn more →Safe, code-compliant work with clear pricing.
