Licensed & Permitted · FL #EC13008804
Electrical Panel Upgrades in Miami, FL
Outdated breaker box tripping constantly? We replace Federal Pacific, Zinsco, and undersized panels with modern 200-amp service — permitted, inspected, and done right.
South Florida homes built before 1990 often carry Federal Pacific Stab-Lok or Zinsco panels — brands recalled for fire hazards and chronic tripping. Modern households demand 200-amp service to safely power EV chargers, whole-home generators, air conditioning, and smart appliances. Legacy Electrical Contractors handles the full scope: permit pull, utility coordination with FPL, installation, and final inspection.
Common Problems We Solve
Sound Familiar?
Breakers that won't reset
Stab-Lok and Zinsco breakers fail to trip on overload, creating a fire risk instead of protecting your home.
Not enough circuits
100-amp panels can't support EV chargers, hot tubs, or whole-home generators without constant overloads.
Insurance won't cover you
Many Florida insurers now require panel replacement before issuing or renewing homeowner policies on older panels.
Flickering lights & tripped breakers
Frequent nuisance trips and dimming lights signal an overloaded or failing panel that needs immediate attention.
Our Approach
How We Fix It
We pull the permit, coordinate with FPL for the service upgrade, install a new Square D or Siemens 200-amp main panel with AFCI/GFCI breakers, and schedule the final inspection — all in one visit for most homes.
What You Get
Why Choose Legacy Electrical
- 200-amp service ready for EV chargers & generators
- AFCI & GFCI breakers included per NEC 2020
- Permit pulled & FPL coordination handled
- Insurance-compliant documentation provided
- Same-day or next-day scheduling available
- 10-year workmanship warranty
Real Work, Real Results
Recent Projects
Replaced a 100A Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panel with a 200A Square D QO panel. Pulled Miami-Dade permit, coordinated FPL meter pull, completed in one day.
200A upgrade · FPL coordination · same-day completion
Replaced Zinsco panel, added 50A circuit for Tesla Wall Connector and 30A circuit for whole-home generator transfer switch.
Zinsco replacement · EV circuit · generator prep
Upgraded both units from 100A to 200A service, installed separate meters, and brought wiring up to current NEC code.
Dual-unit upgrade · separate metering · NEC 2020 compliance
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"Legacy Electrical was professional, on time, and did excellent work. They handled the permit and inspection — I didn't have to do anything. Highly recommend for any electrical work in Miami."
— Verified Google Review · Miami-Dade
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Panel Upgrade & Electrical Service Upgrades
How much does a panel upgrade cost in Miami?
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Is my Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel dangerous?
Can I add a subpanel instead of upgrading the main panel?
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Call now for a free estimate or book online. Licensed, insured, and serving Miami-Dade & Broward since 2004.
FL License #EC13008804 · BBB Accredited · 5-Star Google Rating