Panel and Service Upgrades in Seattle, Washington — Done Right
Seattle homeowners call us for panel and service upgrades when their 100-amp panel can't keep up with a heat pump, an EV charger, or a kitchen renovation — or when an older panel has simply outlived its safe service life. Work inside Seattle is permitted through the Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) and the service side is coordinated with Seattle City Light, which owns the drop to the meter.
County
King County
Permitting
Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI)
Utility
Seattle City Light
A lot of Seattle's housing stock — the pre-WWII bungalows in Ballard and Wallingford and the mid-century ramblers in Northgate and Beacon Hill — was wired when 60- and 100-amp service was standard. That's not enough for today's loads, and many of those panels are full or use designs inspectors now flag. We replace them with modern 200-amp, 40-space Square D QO panels, bring grounding and bonding up to current Seattle code, and add GFCI and AFCI protection where required.
Because we pull the SDCI permit and coordinate the Seattle City Light service side ourselves, your upgrade moves cleanly from permit to inspection. You're left with a labeled, balanced panel and headroom for whatever you add next.
Panel and Service Upgrades in Seattle — Your Questions
How does a panel upgrade work with Seattle City Light?
We coordinate the service upgrade with Seattle City Light, replace the meter base and panel, bring grounding up to code, and schedule the SDCI inspection. Power is off for a few hours during the swap.
REAL REVIEWS.
REAL RESULTS.
"I had an incredible experience getting service done from All City Electric. I wanted to have some outlets fixed as well as install a Level 2 Charger. They were easy to schedule a time for an estimate and also for the service. The electrician came right on time for both appointments and was very respectful and sweet. Every team member was very kind and sweet and accommodating. I would highly recommend them for any future service needs you have!"
Darya
Homeowner
"I called All City Electric when my laundry room and living room lights would not turn off. If you tried to turn them off they flicker. Then 5 of my outlets either didn't work or things would fall out of them. I finally got sick of it and reached out explaining my situation. The gal that answered my call was very sweet and kind. Even when I called back the next day saying I forgot to write it down and wanted to confirm my appointment day and time. We had a good laugh. She made my day! Today, Kevin showed up on time and confirmed the problem and got to work right away. He was pleasant and kind during the entire process. He answered all my questions. Thank you to the entire staff and owner of All City Electric!! You will forever have my business. Please call if you have any issues. They are absolutely the best to work with!! Thank you again!!"
Jeni
Homeowner
"Very professional and friendly staff!"
Jade
Homeowner
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