Choice Electric handles electrical panel upgrades and electric service work in Schenectady, Albany, and Saratoga counties. Call or text (518) 952-0228 for an estimate.
When you need a panel upgrade
Many Capital Region homes still run on panels that were never meant for today’s loads. Common reasons to call:
- flickering lights or half the house going dark
- a warm panel cover, burning smell, or breakers that will not stay on
- a fuse box still in service
- Federal Pacific, Pushmatic, or old GE panels
- a panel that is 40 or more years old
- plans for a Level 2 EV charger or a heat pump that need more amps
What the job includes
We look at your panel and what you are adding, then tell you whether an upgrade is needed. A typical panel upgrade can include:
- a clear estimate based on your panel and the work you want
- permit and inspection where your town requires them
- meter enclosure or service work when the utility path needs it
- a phone or on-site estimate, whichever fits the job
200 amp panels and modern loads
A 200-amp panel is common when you add a Level 2 charger, a heat pump, or both. Some homes still have spare capacity on 100 or 150 amps. We look at your panel and what you are adding, then tell you if an upgrade is needed. A full load calculation is available when you ask for it.
If the EV charger is what is driving the upgrade, start with our Level 2 EV charger installation page.
Where we work
We are based at 2767 Curry Road, Schenectady. These towns have their own panel pages:
Other towns in Schenectady, Albany, and Saratoga counties use this hub. You do not need a separate town URL to get a quote.
How to get a quote
Call or text (518) 952-0228. Tell us your town, what you are seeing (or what you plan to add), whether you have a fuse box or breakers, and if an EV charger or heat pump is part of the plan. For no-power emergencies, use our contact page.
FAQs
Who should I call for an electrical panel upgrade in Albany NY?
Call Choice Electric at (518) 952-0228. We upgrade panels and electric service for homeowners across Albany County and the Capital Region, including Albany, Colonie, and nearby towns. Tell us your town and what is going wrong (or what you are adding), and we will set up an estimate.
Do I need a 200-amp panel for an EV charger or heat pump?
Not always. Some homes have spare capacity on 100 or 150 amps; many that add a Level 2 charger and a heat pump do not. We look at your panel and what you are adding, then tell you if a 200-amp upgrade is needed. A full load calculation is available when you ask for it. If the charger is the driver, see our Level 2 EV charger page.
Are Federal Pacific, Pushmatic, or fuse boxes still safe?
Those older systems are common reasons we replace panels. If you still have a fuse box, Federal Pacific, Pushmatic, or another outdated panel, call us for an estimate. Do not wait for a failure if you already see heat, a burning smell, or breakers that will not hold.
How do I get an estimate — phone or on-site?
Call or text (518) 952-0228. Many jobs start with a phone estimate when you can describe the panel and the work you want. Some need an on-site look. We will tell you which fits your situation.
Which towns do you cover for panel upgrades?
We cover Schenectady, Albany, and Saratoga counties. We have dedicated pages for Schenectady, Rotterdam, Niskayuna, Glenville, Albany, Colonie, Clifton Park, and Saratoga Springs. Other towns in those counties use this page.