Electrical Heavy Ups
If you're a property owner, you know the importance of keeping your electrical systems up to date. One of the most important electrical services you may need is a heavy-up, which is an upgrade to your electrical system's capacity. If your home was built 20, 30, or 40+ years ago, your system may not be equipped to handle the new levels of electricity demand in the present day. At Castro Electrical Services, we can provide what is called a “heavy up” where we increase your home's capacity to maintain the levels of electricity your home needs. Located in Gaithersburg, MD we have provided electrical services to Montgomery County, MD since 2011.
Contact our licensed electricians online or call us at (240) 243-6142 for your electrical heavy up services.
What is an electrical heavy up?
An electrical heavy up is a process of upgrading the electrical service panel of a building or property to increase its capacity. This is done by adding a larger main circuit breaker and larger service cables to accommodate the additional electrical load. Heavy ups are commonly performed in older homes or commercial buildings that were not designed to handle the electrical demands of modern appliances and technology. The main reasons for a heavy up are to increase the electrical capacity, improve safety, and meet building codes.
The three most important pieces of information regarding electrical heavy ups are:
- Heavy ups increase the capacity of the electrical service panel.
- They are commonly performed in older buildings.
- Heavy ups are done to improve safety and meet building codes.
Common Signs You May Need a Heavy Up
If your property is experiencing electrical issues such as circuit overloads or tripped breakers, it's likely that your electrical system is not capable of handling your power needs. A heavy-up service can solve these issues by increasing your electrical system's capacity.
The three most important pieces of information regarding why a property owner may need an electrical heavy up are:
- The existing electrical service panel may be insufficient to meet the electrical demands of the property.
- New appliances or technology may require more electricity to operate.
- A heavy up may be required to meet building codes after renovations or additions.
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What is involved in an electrical heavy up?
An electrical heavy up involves several steps. The first step is to evaluate the existing electrical service panel to determine if it can accommodate the required upgrades. If the existing panel is not suitable, a new panel will need to be installed. The next step is to remove the existing panel and install the new one. This includes running larger service cables to the panel and installing a larger main circuit breaker. Once the new panel is installed, the electrician will need to test and certify the installation to ensure that it meets safety standards and building codes. Our team at Castro Electrical Services can provide and analysis of your current system and complete the heavy-up services you need to get your property running efficiently.
Why Choose Castro Electrical Services For Your Heavy Up?
At Castro Electrical Services, we have completed heavy ups all over the Washington, DC area since 2011. Not only do we have a team of licensed, trained, and insured electricians, but we specialize in electrical services for properties in the local area. We know the builders, we know the properties, and we have the expertise to complete your property's heavy up project.
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Brandy Menzel
From start to finish this was an amazing job. The teams were efficient, friendly, polite, and clean. We had lights and switches installed in 8 spaces- all left incredibly clean. Very happy the job done by Junior, Luigi, Alanda, and several others.
Paula KimAfter requesting estimates from multiple companies for an EV charger installation, my husband and I found that Castro Electrical Services made the best offer (including permit work and trenching). They weren't the cheapest option, but we found that they were very communicative, happy to answer questions, and willing to provide estimates for multiple options. The day of the installation, Darwin and Juan were prompt, thorough, and did a great job of cleaning up the interior workspaces that required cutting into drywall and brick. We're happy with the work that Darwin and Juan performed and we'll definitely consider Castro Electrical Services for other projects. Highly recommend!
Aaron DickersonCastro has worked with me on numerous jobs and have always had excellent communication and work quality. They have also been flexible with scheduling and helping me meet deadlines. I am leaving this review because Jeffrey recently assisted me in solving what seemed like an intractible problem the day of an inspection and made sure my homeowner could move in later that day. I highly recommend them and appreciate Jeffrey going above and beyond to ensure we were both providing a timely, quality product. Thanks guys.
Electrical Heavy Ups in Montgomery County, MD
If you are looking for licensed electrical heavy up services in Montgomery County, we are here to help. Give us a call at (240) 243-6142, get an estimate, or request service online. Some of our other popular services include Circuit Breaker Replacement, EV Chargers Installations, Home Standby Generators Installation, and Electrical Wiring.