Overwatch Electric serves residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, West Columbia, Chapin, and Pontiac. Our licensed electricians handle panel upgrades with a focus on code compliance, safety, and lasting reliability — approaching every job with the same attention to detail regardless of scope.
From older homes with outdated breaker boxes to commercial properties needing increased capacity, we address the full range of panel upgrade needs.
Replacement of outdated or undersized electrical panels
Upgrades to support EV chargers and modern appliances
Installation of arc fault and ground fault breakers
Service entrance and main breaker upgrades
Code-compliant work meeting South Carolina standards
Panel upgrades for residential and commercial properties
Recent customer feedback about panel upgrade services.
Andy and his team at Overwatch are top notch! They are prompt and take the time to walk you through the project after they are done. I will be recommending them to all of my clients and using them again in the future!
Owner reply
Thanks so much for the awesome review! Our team is thrilled to hear you had a great experience.
Parker Smith
2026-04-10
Andy was fast and efficient. Most importantly his communication was excellent, from arrival times and communicating the issues.
Owner reply
Thanks so much for your kind words! Andy and our team really appreciate you highlighting the communication and…
Austin Nichols
2026-04-08
Outstanding work. They were prompt, kind, performed all work amazingly, and even played with the dogs. Highly recommend!
Owner reply
Thank you so much! Our team loved helping you and your pups. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
Michael Bass
2026-04-06
Andy is very conscientious and when install was not done perfect he fixed it to make it right. Hard to find contractors who guarantee their work here in the South.
Owner reply
Thanks so much for the kind words! Andy and our team always strive to get things right the first time.
Jack Deardorff
2026-03-31
Wonderful team .. if your looking for honest and trustworthy people to come into your home and do quality work these are the people.. very professional and quick to detail… I will be using them for all my electrical…
Owner reply
Thank you so much for your kind words! Our team is thrilled to hear your positive feedback and looks forward to helping…
Valerie Sanders
2026-03-29
Excellent work ..They went above and beyond. Thank you Andy and his crew. For future project we will be using Overwatch Electric service s.
Owner reply
Thank you so much for the kind words! Andy and our team really appreciate your support and look forward to helping with…
Karen Sims
2026-03-25
We keep the process straightforward so you know what to expect from first contact through completed installation.
We evaluate your current panel, discuss your power needs, and identify the right upgrade path for your property in Columbia or the surrounding area.
Before any work begins, we walk you through what the upgrade involves, including materials, timeline, and any utility coordination that may be needed.
Our licensed electricians complete the panel upgrade safely and cleanly, following all applicable South Carolina electrical codes throughout the installation.
Once installation is complete, we test the new panel, verify everything is functioning correctly, and answer any questions you have before we leave.
Find clear answers about service options, scheduling, preparation, and what to expect before you request an estimate.
Q1
Common indicators include frequently tripping breakers, flickering lights, a panel that feels warm to the touch, or a fuse box that hasn't been updated in decades. If you're adding large appliances or an EV charger, your current panel may also need increased capacity.
Q2
Most modern homes operate well with a 200-amp service panel. Older properties may still have 60 or 100-amp panels, which often fall short of today's electrical demands. The right size depends on your specific usage and future plans.
Q3
Yes, someone should be present during the upgrade since power to your property will be temporarily shut off during the installation process. We work efficiently to minimize the time your power is off.
Q4
Yes, electrical panel upgrades typically require a permit in South Carolina. Overwatch Electric handles the permit process and ensures all work is inspected and code-compliant before the job is considered complete.
Q5
Absolutely. If your current panel lacks the capacity for a Level 2 EV charger, upgrading the panel first is often a necessary step. Overwatch Electric installs both panel upgrades and EV chargers, so we can coordinate both services.
Q6
Most residential panel upgrades are completed within a single day. Commercial or more complex jobs may take longer depending on the scope. We'll give you a realistic timeline during the assessment phase.
Q7
Yes. In addition to Columbia, we serve Lexington, Irmo, West Columbia, Chapin, and Pontiac. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call and we'll confirm quickly.
Q8
If our electricians identify other concerns during the upgrade — such as outdated wiring or safety hazards — we'll communicate that clearly and discuss your options before proceeding with any additional work.
Reach out to Overwatch Electric to schedule your panel upgrade in Columbia, SC or a nearby community. Call (803) 784-8386 or submit a quote request online.
Overwatch Electric is Columbia, SC's electrical contractor for residential, commercial, and industrial clients — delivering code-compliant panel upgrades, generator installations, EV charger installs, and more across the
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