Project overview: 100 Amp Electrical Panel Replacement in Boiling Springs, SC

Touchstone Electric completed a professional 100 amp electrical panel replacement for homeowner Paulette Johnson in Boiling Springs, SC. The work was performed by technician Aaron Smith and finalized on May 21, 2025. This project was completed by our Greenville team operating from our Taylors branch, ensuring local expertise and fast response for Upstate homeowners.

Following completion, Paulette Johnson praised our team with a positive review for the quality of workmanship and clear communication throughout the process.

Service category: Panels & Service Upgrades | Electrical Panel Upgrades

Scope of work and installed equipment

Our goal was to modernize the home’s power distribution, improve safety, and prepare the system for future needs while keeping everything compliant with current codes. Work performed included:

Removed the existing 100 amp panel and installed a new, code-compliant 100 amp main panel.
Installed seven (7) 20-amp standard breakers serving small appliance circuits.
Added a midsized indoor subpanel (12/24, up to 125 amps) to improve circuit organization and allow for expansion.
Handled required permitting for the subpanel installation.

Note: The subpanel package includes permitting but does not include conduit/feeder/trenching, additional breakers, or grounding systems for detached structures.

Benefits for this Boiling Springs home

Safer, cleaner power distribution: A modern main panel with new breakers improves reliability and reduces the risk of overloaded circuits.
Room to grow: The indoor midsized subpanel supports up to 125 amps and 12/24 spaces, giving flexibility for future additions or renovations.
Better circuit organization: Separating circuits between the main panel and subpanel makes maintenance and troubleshooting more efficient.
Permitted work: Permitting ensures the project aligns with local requirements and current electrical standards.

NEC 2020 code updates and AFCI considerations

As local inspectors continue implementing NEC 2020, certain circuits may be required to use AFCI (Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter) breakers. While AFCI devices add important fire protection, they can reveal preexisting wiring conditions that standard breakers do not detect.

Examples include shared neutrals on older circuits. If present, upgrading to AFCI protection may result in immediate tripping until the underlying wiring condition is corrected. Resolving this can require additional diagnostic time, such as opening devices on the affected circuits to isolate and correct the shared neutral or other issues. Our team clearly explains these possibilities up front so homeowners know what to expect as codes evolve.

Local expertise for panel upgrades in Boiling Springs, SC

Whether you are replacing an aging panel, adding a subpanel for new loads, or preparing for renovations, Touchstone Electric provides dependable electrical panel upgrades and service upgrades backed by permits and code-focused workmanship. Our Greenville unit, based in Taylors, serves Boiling Springs and surrounding Upstate communities with prompt scheduling and knowledgeable guidance.

From small appliance circuits to whole-home distribution plans, we help you choose the right panel, breaker types, and subpanel layout to fit your present and future needs—always with safety and compliance at the forefront.

Planning a panel or service upgrade?

If you are in Boiling Springs, SC and need a 100 amp panel replacement, subpanel installation, or guidance on AFCI and code updates, our team is here to help. Reach out to Touchstone Electric to discuss your project, review options, and schedule a visit with a licensed electrician.