Panel upgrades in Vaughan: what to expect
Most homes we open up in Vaughan are 1980s–2010s family and estate homes. Homes of this age commonly have 100 or 125 A services, or a 200 A panel that's simply out of breaker spaces.
Service upgrades in Vaughan need a disconnect and reconnect from Alectra Utilities. We file the ESA notification, book the utility, and on the day swap the panel, re-terminate every circuit and test before Alectra Utilities restores power — usually the same afternoon.
Adding a basement apartment is one of the most common reasons Vaughan homeowners call us about their panel: a second household means a second set of loads, and often a dedicated sub-panel.
Local notes: Vaughan
Two EVs, one panel. Two-EV households are common. Load-sharing chargers or an energy management system let both cars charge without a service upgrade in many homes.
Standby generators. Larger homes on the northern edge of the city see longer outages in storms. A whole-home or essential-circuits generator is a frequent request.
Typical costs
| Scope | Typical range |
|---|---|
| 100 A → 200 A, panel and meter base in same location | $3,500 – $5,500 |
| Includes new mast / service entrance or panel relocation | $5,500 – $8,000 |
| Fuse panel replacement (keeping 100 A) | $2,000 – $3,200 |
| Sub-panel for a basement, garage or addition | $1,200 – $2,500 |
Where we work in Vaughan
We cover all of Vaughan, including Woodbridge, Maple, Kleinburg, Thornhill, Concord, Vellore Village, Patterson, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. Every job starts the same way: a site visit, a written fixed quote, then the work — permit included.
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Questions from Vaughan
How long does a panel upgrade take in Vaughan?
Usually one day on site with four to eight hours without power. Booking the Alectra Utilities disconnect typically takes one to three weeks.
Who handles the Alectra Utilities side?
We do. We book the disconnect and reconnect with Alectra Utilities and file the ESA permit — you don't need to call either.
Do all Vaughan homes need 200 A?
No. If you're only adding an EV charger, load management can often avoid an upgrade. We'll calculate your actual load first.
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