Older homes in Riverside, Delano, and College Hill often still run on 60- or 100-amp services that cannot safely support central air, tankless water heaters, or EV chargers. Upgrading the service equipment starts with a load calculation that accounts for Sedgwick County’s hot humid summers driving heavy AC use and cold winters increasing electric heat draw. We pull permits through the city and coordinate with Evergy to schedule the utility disconnect, then replace the main breaker panel, service entrance cable, and meter base with 200-amp rated copper components that meet current NEC requirements for grounding and surge protection.
Tornado risk in the area means we secure new panels with additional strapping and locate them away from windows or garage doors that could be impacted. In Eastborough and Planeview properties we frequently discover aluminum branch wiring that must be addressed during the upgrade to prevent overheating at the new lugs. Every job includes a final inspection by the city and a walkthrough so homeowners can see the labeled circuits and test GFCI and AFCI protection before we leave.
Upgrades also cover Old Town commercial spaces and buildings near the Wichita Art Museum or Intrust Bank Arena where added outlets and dedicated circuits are needed for events or exhibits. We never leave a property without verifying the grounding electrode system and bonding the new panel to the existing water and gas lines per code.
Electrical Service Equipment Upgrade Services Services We Offer
✓200 Amp Service Upgrade
Replace undersized panels and service entrance conductors to safely support added loads from air conditioning and modern appliances common in Sedgwick County homes.
✓Main Breaker Panel Replacement
Install new 200-amp panels with updated breakers, surge protection, and proper labeling for properties in College Hill, Delano, and Riverside.
✓Service Entrance Cable Upgrade
Run new SE cable from the meter base to the panel, addressing weather exposure and corrosion issues typical after Wichita winters.
✓Subpanel Installation
Add dedicated subpanels for garages, workshops, or additions while maintaining proper feeder sizing and overcurrent protection.
✓Generator Interlock Kit Installation
Integrate manual interlock hardware during service upgrades so homeowners can safely backfeed a portable generator after storms.
Electrical Service Equipment Upgrade Services Cost in Wichita, KS
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| 100A to 200A Panel Upgrade | $1,900–$3,200 | Higher when aluminum wiring or tight attic access is present |
| Service Entrance Cable Replacement | $650–$1,400 | Depends on run length and whether mast or underground feed is required |
| Subpanel Addition | $800–$1,600 | Varies by amperage and distance from main panel |
| Generator Interlock Kit | $350–$650 | Includes labor when done during the main upgrade |
Ranges are typical for Wichita, KS and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Site Assessment
We visit the property in Wichita to measure existing service size, check wiring condition, and calculate loads based on current and planned equipment.
- 2
Permit And Utility Coordination
Pull required permits and schedule the disconnect with Evergy so the upgrade can proceed without extended outages.
- 3
Equipment Installation
Remove the old panel and cable, install the new 200-amp service equipment, and update grounding and bonding to code.
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Inspection And Testing
City inspector signs off, then we test every circuit and demonstrate operation before restoring full power.
Pricing
Upfront written quotes after the site visit; price varies with access, existing wiring condition, and whether the meter base must also be replaced.