By Ariel Rodriguez, Solid Power Inc.
Solid Power Inc. (EC13008432) is a licensed electrical contractor based in Hialeah, Florida, serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties since 2012. A panel upgrade should begin with an inspection, a load calculation, and a clear definition of the equipment the property needs to support.
What are the signs that a panel needs evaluation?
Repeated breaker trips, corrosion, buzzing, heat damage, limited breaker space, obsolete equipment, or plans for a large new electrical load are reasons to schedule an assessment. These symptoms do not always mean the complete service must be replaced, but they should not be ignored.
What happens during the initial assessment?
We review the service rating, panel condition, conductors, grounding and bonding, meter arrangement, available space, and planned loads. For additions such as EV chargers, generators, or new commercial equipment, we determine whether the existing service can support the change.
How is the correct panel size selected?
The correct size comes from a load calculation and the property’s intended use. Solid Power works on residential and commercial panels and services from 100A through 600A. We do not select capacity from square footage alone.
What are the main stages of a panel project?
Inspect the existing service and define the new loads.
Prepare the scope and equipment requirements.
Obtain required permits and coordinate any utility work.
Complete the installation and labeling.
Pass the required inspection and restore the system to service.
What can change the scope after inspection?
Damaged conductors, unsafe grounding, corrosion, inaccessible equipment, meter changes, and undocumented previous work can add corrective work. Identifying these conditions early makes the proposal and schedule more reliable.
How should owners prepare for installation?
Confirm the planned outage window, provide clear access to the panel, protect sensitive equipment, and identify any circuits or business operations that require special coordination. Commercial owners should also notify affected tenants or staff.
Frequently asked questions
Is a panel replacement always a service upgrade?
No. A panel can sometimes be replaced without increasing service capacity.
Can an EV charger require a panel upgrade?
It can, but the answer depends on the load calculation and available capacity. Load-management equipment may be another option for some properties.
Does a panel upgrade require an inspection?
Panel and service work generally follows a permit and inspection process. Requirements depend on the project and jurisdiction.
Can Solid Power upgrade commercial panels?
Yes. We perform residential and commercial panel and service work from 100A through 600A.
How do I receive a project-specific proposal?
Schedule a site assessment so we can inspect the equipment, confirm loads, and define permit and utility requirements.
Schedule a panel assessment
Call Solid Power Inc. at 305-305-3619 to plan a panel or service project in Miami-Dade or Broward County.
Solid Power Inc. — Licensed Electrical Contractor in Hialeah, FL
EC13008432 | 305-305-3619 | solidpowerfl.com
