Western Montana’s Electrician
Electrical Panel & Service Upgrade Services
Older panels weren’t built for today’s electrical demands — and an undersized or outdated system can mean tripped breakers, safety hazards, and limits on what you can add to your home or business. Holland Electric provides safe, code-compliant panel replacements and service upgrades for properties across Missoula, Lake, and Ravalli Counties, including Lolo, the Bitterroot Valley, and surrounding communities.
Whether you’re dealing with a panel that can’t keep up, preparing your home for an EV charger or generator, or buying a house with an outdated electrical system, Holland Electric has been handling panel and service upgrades for Western Montana homeowners and businesses since 2000. We’re local, licensed, insured, and we pull every permit so your work is done right and protected.
No subcontractors. No runaround. Just experienced electricians who show up on time and get the job done right.
Electrical Panel and Service Upgrades
We replace outdated or undersized breaker panels and electrical services with modern, properly rated units — safely disconnecting the old system, installing the new one, and verifying everything is up to current code before we leave.
Subpanel Installation
Need power in a detached garage, shop, or outbuilding? We install subpanels fed from your main panel to bring reliable, properly protected power wherever it’s needed.
Breaker Replacement & Panel Repairs
Sometimes it’s not the whole panel — just a faulty breaker, a loose connection, or a damaged component. We diagnose and repair panel issues quickly to restore safe, reliable operation.
Permits and Inspections
Every service upgrade we do is permitted and inspected. We handle the paperwork, coordinate with the inspector, and the utility company so you don’t have to — and so your upgrade is fully documented.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my panel needs to be upgraded?
Frequent tripped breakers, flickering lights, a panel with fuses instead of breakers, or a system that’s more than 25–30 years old are all signs it may be time for an upgrade.
Do you pull permits for this work?
Yes, always. Permitted work protects you, ensures the job meets code, and matters when it comes time to sell your home.
What’s the difference between a panel upgrade and a service upgrade?
A panel upgrade replaces the breaker box itself. A service upgrade increases the total amperage coming into your home — often needed when adding large appliances, EV chargers, or significant additions.
How long does a panel upgrade typically take?
Most residential panel upgrades are completed in a single day. We’ll give you a clear timeline before we start.