Electrical Panel Upgrade in Jersey City, NJ

Most panel upgrades in New Jersey range from $1,500 to $4,000 depending on the existing service size, panel brand, and whether a new meter socket is required. A 100A to 200A upgrade in Jersey City typically runs $2,000–$3,200 including permits and inspection.

Yes — all panel upgrades in Jersey City require an electrical permit from the city's building department. Malfettone Electric pulls all permits on your behalf and schedules the final inspection. We handle the paperwork so you don't have to.

Most residential panel upgrades are completed in one day. Permit processing and inspection scheduling typically adds 1–2 weeks. We coordinate with PSE&G to reconnect service, minimizing your downtime.

You likely need a 200A upgrade if you're adding an EV charger, installing solar panels or a whole-home generator, remodeling a kitchen or adding a room, or if your home still has a 60A or 100A panel. It's also required by many lenders and inspectors during real estate transactions.

A panel replacement swaps out a faulty or outdated panel at the same amperage. A panel upgrade increases your home's electrical capacity — most commonly from 100A to 200A. Many NJ homes built before 1980 still run on 100A service, which is insufficient for modern energy demands.

Yes. PSE&G (or JCPL depending on your utility) must disconnect and reconnect the meter during a panel upgrade. Malfettone Electric coordinates directly with your utility company and schedules all service connections as part of the job.