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Completed 200 Amp Panel Upgrade in Forest City, NC
On October 10, 2023, Touchstone Electric completed a residential 200 amp electrical panel upgrade with whole-home surge protection for a homeowner in Forest City, NC. The project was performed by Danny Bishop of our Greenville team out of the Taylors branch, ensuring the home’s service equipment was modernized for safer, more reliable power.
This job focused on replacing the indoor main panel, improving the grounding system, and adding surge protection to help safeguard appliances and sensitive electronics from damaging voltage spikes.
Scope of Work
- Indoor Main Panel – 200 Amp (Aluminum bus): Installed a new 200A main service panel to provide ample capacity for present and future household electrical needs.
- Ground Rods: Installed grounding electrodes to enhance the home’s grounding system and improve fault protection.
- Whole-Home Surge Protector: Added a surge protective device at the main panel to help protect electronics and appliances from transient voltage events.
- Service Wiring (up to 25 ft): Included new service conductors as needed within the allotted footage for a clean, reliable connection.
- Service Disconnect: Not included in this scope, per the project plan.
- Permitting and Final Inspection: Work was completed and the project moved forward after passing the county’s final inspection.
The result is a cleaner, safer, and more capable electrical system ready to support everyday use and future upgrades.
Why Upgrade to a 200 Amp Panel?
Many homes in Forest City are adding higher-demand loads such as HVAC upgrades, EV charging, workshops, and modern kitchen appliances. A 200A electrical panel upgrade delivers the headroom needed for these additions while reducing nuisance breaker trips. Combined with improved grounding and surge protection, this upgrade enhances safety and helps extend the life of valuable electronics.
Local, Branch-Supported Service
Touchstone Electric serves Forest City, NC through our Greenville business unit and Taylors branch, providing responsive scheduling and local support. With an experienced technician like Danny Bishop on the job, homeowners receive professional workmanship and clear communication from start to finish.
We handle the details—from coordinating permits to final inspection—so you can be confident your panel upgrade is completed properly and ready for daily use.
Transparent Process
- Upfront Terms: A 50% deposit is required before starting work.
- Completion-Based Payment: Payment in full is due after the work is completed and the county’s final inspection is passed.
- Clear Scope: Your proposal outlines exactly what is included, such as the new 200A indoor main panel, ground rods, surge protection, and allotted service wiring.
This straightforward approach keeps your project on schedule and aligned with local requirements.
Customer Feedback
Homeowner Doug Goodwin praised our work with a Google review. View the feedback here: See Doug’s Google review.
Serving Forest City With Panel & Service Upgrades
If you’re planning an electrical panel upgrade or need Panels & Service Upgrades in Forest City, our Greenville team is ready to help. From assessing your current capacity to installing surge protection and grounding, Touchstone Electric delivers reliable solutions tailored to your home.
Considering a 200A upgrade or whole-home surge protector? Reach out to schedule an assessment and take the next step toward a safer, more resilient electrical system.