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200A Electrical Panel Upgrade and Surge Protection in Raleigh, NC
Completed on June 8, 2026, our Raleigh branch completed a code-compliant 200-amp main panel replacement and installed a whole-home surge protection system for Richard Evans in Raleigh, NC. Technicians Eric Myers and Cody Perry led the project as part of our Panels & Service Upgrades service category, backed by our Signature Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty.
This service included permitting and inspection, bringing the electrical system up to current standards, replacing aging components with modern equipment, and adding robust surge protection to help safeguard appliances and electronics across the home.
What We Did
- Pulled the necessary permit and coordinated the inspection with local authorities in Raleigh.
- Replaced the main 200A indoor electrical panel, featuring an aluminum bus with a 20-year transferrable manufacturer warranty.
- Brought the panel to current electrical code: grounded and bonded the panel, labeled circuits, reconnected the service entrance cable, and reconnected existing branch circuits.
- Installed a whole-home surge protection device with $50,000 equipment protection and a 10-year term for added peace of mind.
- Updated and organized breakers to match the home’s existing loads and improve reliability.
During a panel swap, power must be temporarily disconnected to ensure safety. Our Raleigh electricians planned the work to minimize downtime while meeting all safety and code requirements.
Breakers Installed
As part of the panel upgrade, we installed new breakers selected for the home’s existing circuits:
- 2 × 50A standard (common for ranges, furnaces/air handlers, small subpanels, or EV chargers)
- 1 × 40A standard (often used for dryers, water heaters, or condensers)
- 2 × 30A double-pole (typical for dryers, water heaters, or HVAC equipment)
- 12 × 20A standard (small appliance and general-use circuits)
- 8 × 15A standard (lighting and standard branch circuits)
- 1 × 20A double-pole (small appliances or specialized equipment)
- 1 × 15A GFCI (kitchens, exterior, crawl spaces, basements, and certain lighting per code)
Why Whole-Home Surge Protection Matters
Raleigh homeowners face surges from lightning activity, utility grid fluctuations, and large appliances cycling on and off. A properly installed surge protection device at the main panel helps divert excess voltage to ground, reducing the risk of damage to wiring, breakers, outlets, and connected equipment throughout the home.
The installed system includes a $50,000 equipment protection warranty for 10 years in the unlikely event of device failure. Terms apply: claims are secondary to existing insurance and direct lightning strikes are excluded. Covered equipment typically includes major appliances and hardwired devices when properly protected; security systems and medical equipment are excluded.
Code Compliance and AFCI Notes for Raleigh
As inspectors continue implementing NEC 2020 in Raleigh, some homes require additional breaker updates, such as AFCI protection on certain circuits. In some cases, adding AFCI breakers can reveal preexisting wiring issues like shared neutrals, which may cause immediate tripping and require diagnostic time to correct. Our team advises homeowners on these findings and can provide solutions to bring affected circuits into compliance.
Raleigh’s Local Panel and Service Upgrade Specialists
From permitting to final inspection, Touchstone Electric’s Raleigh team delivers safe, neat, and efficient panel replacements and surge protection installs. If your home needs a 200A panel upgrade, breaker replacement, or whole-home surge protection in Raleigh, NC, our licensed electricians are ready to help.
Customer Feedback
Following completion, Richard Evans praised our Raleigh team with a positive review. We appreciate the trust and are proud to support our neighbors with reliable Electrical Panel Upgrades and comprehensive Panels & Service Upgrades throughout Raleigh, NC.