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Home Electrical Panel Repair, Upgrade & Installation Services in Northern Virginia

C.D. Shanahan is your licensed and 5-star rated partner for all home electrical panel and circuit breaker needs in Northern Virginia. Whether your panel is over 30 years old and needs replacing, or an upgrade would help your electrical panel to support all of your new electrical gadgets and technology, our electricians are here to help. We are committed to providing reliable service for electrical panel repair, upgrades, and new installations. Whether you need a quick repair for a constantly tripping breaker, an upgrade to support increased power demands, or a brand-new panel installation, our licensed and experienced electricians are dedicated to delivering fast and professional service. Choose C.D. Shanahan for peace of mind and top-quality electrical solutions throughout Northern Virginia.

Panels and Circuit Breakers

Don’t Allow Your Home Electrical Panel to Let You Down

Our electrical services can proactively maintain or repair your home’s electrical panel. When noticing early warning signs of a failing or older electrical panel, contact our team to discuss your options, before more serious damage or failure occurs. Our approach can detect medium to minor issues before they turn into major problems, and our upgrade and installation services can ensure your home has the consisten power it needs.

Enhanced Safety

Professional service ensures your electrical panel meets safety standards, reducing risks of fire, electrocution, and other hazards.

Improved Performance

Upgrades and repairs optimize your electrical system, preventing tripped breakers and supporting modern appliance demands.

Increased Home Value

A well-maintained and updated electrical panel is a significant asset, enhancing your home's market appeal and efficiency.

Peace of Mind

Knowing your electrical system is professionally handled by licensed experts provides assurance and reliable power for your home.

Electrical Panel & Circuit Breaker FAQs

Signs you may need an upgrade include:

  • Frequent breaker trips or blown fuses
  • Flickering lights or dimming when appliances run
  • An older panel labeled Federal Pacific, Zinsco, or Challenger (these may be unsafe)
  • Adding new circuits or high-demand appliances
  • Buzzing, burning smells, or hot panel covers

Electrical panels should be inspected by a licensed electrician every 5–10 years, or sooner if you notice signs of wear, corrosion, or electrical issues. Older homes may require more frequent inspections.

Common causes include:

  • Overloaded circuits (too many devices on one circuit)
  • Short circuits (wires touching each other)
  • Ground faults (wires touching metal or water)
  • Aging or faulty breakers

Yes, but it requires a licensed electrician. Adding circuits may also require a panel upgrade if the existing panel is fully loaded or outdated.

Warning signs include:

  • Buzzing, humming, or unusual noises
  • Burning smells or scorched marks
  • Corrosion or rust inside the panel
  • Frequent breaker trips
  • Outdated brands