200A Meter/Main Panel & Service Replacement in Fayetteville, NC

Our Raleigh branch completed a comprehensive service upgrade for homeowner Joe Salas in Fayetteville, NC. Led by technician Francisco Martinez, this project modernized the home’s electrical service with a new 200-amp meter/main panel combo, grounding improvements, fresh breakers, and whole‑home surge protection. Completed on March 6, 2026, the work was permitted and coordinated with the local utility to ensure a smooth, code-compliant installation.

Project Highlights and Scope of Work

Permit and utility coordination: Pulled required permits and scheduled the utility power drop to safely complete the service change.
Meter/main panel replacement (200A, over/under with feed‑through lugs): Installed a new meter/panel combo and performed a clean, organized retrofit for improved capacity and reliability.
ALUMINUM bus bar with a 20‑year transferrable warranty: Durable, long‑life panel interior designed for dependable service.
Grounding upgrades: Installed ground rods with grounding electrode conductors for a safer, code‑aligned grounding system.
Service conductors and pathway: Pulled THHN 4/0 conductors and installed 2″ PVC conduit (with fittings and terminations as applicable) for a robust service path.
Breaker updates: Added/replaced branch breakers for essential circuits, including:
- 1× 30A double‑pole (typical for dryer, water heater, or condenser)
- 2× 60A standard (commonly range, heater/furnace, small subpanel, or EV charger)
- 3× 20A standard (small appliances)
- 1× 20A double‑pole (small appliances or equipment as needed)
- 7× 15A standard (lighting and general branch circuits)
Whole‑home surge protection: Installed a panel‑mounted device with a $50,000 / 10‑year warranty for covered equipment.
Signature Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty Included for our installation workmanship.

Note: This scope focused on the meter/main replacement, grounding, and breakers. Riser/weatherhead, service entrance cable to the weatherhead, or feeder and conduit to interior main panels (if required) were not included in this specific package.

Whole‑Home Surge Protection Benefits

Installed at the main panel, the surge protective device diverts excess voltage safely to ground, helping shield your home from spikes caused by lightning activity, power grid fluctuations, or large appliances cycling on and off. This helps extend the life of sensitive electronics and major appliances by reducing cumulative surge wear.

Coverage: $50,000 warranty for 10 years on covered equipment when protected by a properly connected SPD.
Typical covered items: Washer, dryer, refrigerator, freezer, HVAC unit located inside the home, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, wiring, outlets/switches, and other hard‑wired devices (such as built‑in microwaves, furnace, air handlers, evaporator coils, ranges, landscape lighting, and home lighting).
Exclusions and claim notes: Claims are secondary to your existing insurance policy. Direct lightning strikes are excluded. Security systems and medical equipment are not covered.

Code Readiness and Inspection Notes

As inspectors increasingly enforce NEC 2020 requirements, some homes may need AFCI breaker upgrades on specific circuits. In older wiring systems, adding AFCI can reveal preexisting issues (such as shared neutrals) that cause nuisance tripping. If discovered, diagnosis can require tracing affected circuits and fixtures to correct the condition. Our team is prepared to identify and resolve these findings during inspection coordination.

During the service interruption, Touchstone Electric can make a generator available for limited power usage upon request to help keep essentials running.

Why Fayetteville Homeowners Choose Our Raleigh Team

Permitted, inspected installations that prioritize safety and code compliance.
Full utility coordination for an efficient meter/main changeover.
Clean craftsmanship backed by our Signature Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty.
Future‑ready solutions with panel capacity, updated breakers, and robust grounding.
Local service from our Raleigh branch proudly serving Fayetteville, NC.

Customer Review

Joe Salas praised our team with a Google review after the project. See the feedback here: View Joe’s review on Google.

Plan Your Panel or Service Upgrade in Fayetteville, NC

If your home needs a meter/main panel replacement, grounding updates, or whole‑home surge protection, Touchstone Electric’s Raleigh team is ready to help. We’ll handle permits, coordinate with the utility, and deliver a clean, code‑compliant installation tailored to your home.