Call 855-502-2244200A Meter/Panel Combo and Service Replacement in Duncan, SC
Touchstone Electric’s Greenville team completed a 200A meter/panel combo installation and service replacement for homeowner Curt Watkins in Duncan, SC. Led by technician Tyler Harris, this Panels & Service Upgrades project was finished on March 12, 2026 and coordinated through our Taylors branch to serve the Duncan area.
This project ensured safer, code-compliant power distribution with modern grounding and clear pathways for future expansion. It falls under our primary category, Panels & Service Upgrades, and secondary category, Meter Base & Service Replacement.
Project Overview
We replaced the existing service with a 200A side-by-side meter/panel combo featuring feed-through lugs, and established a robust grounding system. Our team coordinated closely with the local power provider and permitting office to minimize downtime and ensure a smooth inspection process for this Duncan home.
Scope of Work
- Utility coordination: Scheduled the power drop with the power provider to perform the service replacement safely.
- Permits and compliance: Pulled all required permits and prepared the installation for inspection.
- 200A meter/panel combo: Installed a new, code-compliant combination meter base and main panel with feed-through lugs for flexible future circuits or subfeeds.
- Grounding system: Installed ground rods with grounding electrode conductors (GECs) to establish a low-impedance, NEC-compliant grounding path.
Result: A modernized service entrance, improved safety, and a clean panel layout that supports today’s electrical loads and future upgrades.
What This Project Did Not Include
To keep the scope clear and budget-focused, the following items were not included unless otherwise requested:
- Riser and weatherhead (service mast components)
- New breakers
- Service entrance cable from the meter to the weatherhead
- Feeder and conduit to downstream main panels (if needed)
If your project in Duncan requires any of the above, our Greenville team can price and perform those additions.
Power During the Outage
During a service changeover, power must be temporarily disconnected. Upon request, Touchstone Electric can provide a generator for limited power usage during the outage to keep essentials running while work is performed.
NEC 2020 and AFCI Considerations
As local inspectors increasingly implement NEC 2020, you may be required to upgrade certain branch circuits to AFCI breakers. While AFCI protection increases safety, it can reveal preexisting wiring issues that cause immediate tripping—such as a shared neutral on the affected circuit.
In shared-neutral scenarios, resolving the issue may involve opening and tracing devices across the circuit (e.g., lights and junctions) to isolate and correct the wiring. Depending on the home’s layout, this can require significant diagnostic time. Our technicians explain findings as they go and provide options to bring your system into compliance.
Why Homeowners in Duncan Choose Touchstone Electric
- Local expertise: We serve Duncan and the greater Upstate from our Greenville unit, operating out of our Taylors branch.
- Full-service coordination: Utility scheduling and permitting handled in-house for a streamlined experience.
- Code-focused workmanship: Grounding, bonding, and service equipment installed to current standards.
- Future-ready solutions: Feed-through lugs and clean panel organization to support EV chargers, additions, or shop subpanels.
- Transparent scope: Clear separation of included vs. optional items with add-on services available as needed.
If you need a meter base or service replacement, a panel upgrade to 200 amps, or help navigating NEC 2020 requirements, our Greenville team is ready to help in Duncan.
Serving Duncan and the Upstate
Touchstone Electric specializes in residential panel changes, meter base replacements, grounding upgrades, and full service entrance work. From planning to final inspection, we deliver safe, clean installations designed for long-term reliability.
Looking for a similar 200A meter/panel combo or a complete service replacement in Duncan, SC? Our team can assess your existing equipment, outline code requirements, and provide a tailored plan that fits your home and future goals.