Electrical Panel Upgrades
That Make Sense for Your Home
We analyze your actual electrical usage before recommending upgrades. Many 200A services have more capacity than you think, and when you do need an upgrade, we right-size it for your complete electrification roadmap.
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Every assessment runs on your utility's 15-minute interval data, analyzed under an engineered load calculation (OESC Rule 8-106(8)). Measured demand, not assumptions.
3 Ways Homeowners Overpay
Unnecessary Upgrades
Contractors add up nameplate ratings and say "you need 400A." But most 200A services have 40 to 60% unused capacity that engineering analysis can unlock.
Piecemeal Upgrades
Upgrade for the EV charger today. Then again for the heat pump. Then the pool. Each time you're paying for panel work that could have been done once.
Stuck on 100A
Older Toronto homes with 100A service are genuinely limited. But even here, the right approach matters: 200A solves most needs without jumping to 400A.
Typical Contractor vs. Energable
TYPICAL CONTRACTOR
- Adds up breaker ratings: "You need 400A"
- Quotes the upgrade without checking usage
- No consideration for future loads
- $30K to $50K for 400A you may not need
THE ENERGABLE APPROACH
- Analyze 12+ months of your Toronto Hydro data
- Calculate actual peak with diversity factors
- Plan all future loads: EV, heat pump, pool, battery
- Right-size the solution, often no upgrade needed
The Right Solution Depends on Your Data
100A → 200A Upgrade
The essential upgrade for older Toronto homes.
Supports EV charging, heat pumps, modern appliances, and full home electrification. Typical investment: $8,000 to $15,000, including Toronto Hydro coordination.
- New 200A panel + meter base
- Service entrance upgrade
- Toronto Hydro coordination
- ESA inspection & permit
200A Optimization
Already have 200A? Often you don't need more.
We often find 40 to 60% unused capacity. Load management and subpanels add major loads without upgrading. Typical investment: $2,500 to $6,000, saving $20K+ vs. an unnecessary 400A.
- Engineered load calculation (LDC Data Method)
- Smart load management
- Subpanel distribution
- ESA Bulletin 8-3-15 compliant
400A Service Upgrade
For large estates with extensive demands.
Multiple EVs, pools, workshops, guest houses. Only recommended when data proves necessity. Typical investment: $30,000 to $50,000+, including Toronto Hydro infrastructure.
- Complete service replacement
- Toronto Hydro transformer work
- New 400A distribution system
- Maximum future capacity
Not sure which you need? That's exactly why we start with a load assessment. The data tells us what's right for your home.
How We Saved $30K+ on a "Required" Upgrade
Homeowner was told they needed 400A. Our engineering analysis told a different story.
🏠 The Situation
Contractor's assessment: "That's 178A of new loads. You need 400A." Budget $35K to $50K.
📊 Our Engineering Analysis
200A service is sufficient with a 49A safety margin. Subpanel distribution handles all new loads.
4 Steps, Data First
Complimentary Load Assessment
Send your project details. We confirm receipt within 2 business days and reply with a full review within 3.
Data Analysis
We analyze your Toronto Hydro consumption to find actual peak demand.
Engineering Design
Engineered load calculation accounting for all current and future loads.
Installation
Licensed electricians complete the work with ESA inspection and full documentation.
Licensed Energy Professionals
Industry-leading credentials that ensure excellence and compliance.
Professional Engineers Ontario
Professional engineering accountability on every project, by Ontario-licensed engineers
Certified Energy Managers & Auditors
Energy efficiency experts with the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Licensed Electrical Contractor
Partnered with Morava Electric ECRA/ESA #7008817
Tesla Certified Installer
Certified for Powerwall 3 battery systems and Wall Connector EV chargers
Toronto Hydro Cleantech
Service Network Member for electrification & energy efficiency solutions
Panel Upgrade Questions
The kind we would give before you commit a dollar of capital. Tap a question.
I have 100A service. Do I definitely need to upgrade?
Another contractor said I need 400A. Is that right?
How long does a panel upgrade take?
What if I want to add more loads later, EV, heat pump, pool?
What's included in the capacity assessment?
Your Complimentary Electrification Check
Get an engineering assessment that shows you what you actually need, not what a quick calculation suggests. We confirm receipt within 2 business days and send your full assessment within 3, usually with a clear "yes, here's how" or "here's what we'd want to look at first."
Prefer to talk it through first? Call (416) 670-4030