Tacoma Electrical Panel Installation and Repair

Need an electrical panel repair or upgrade in Tacoma and the surrounding areas? Call Hunt’s Services at 253-533-7500 for same-day service, straightforward pricing, and trusted technicians serving the Greater Tacoma and Puget Sound Region.

The electrical panel is the heart of your home’s power system. It safely distributes electricity from the utility to branch circuits and stops current during overloads or short circuits. If your panel is old, undersized, or failing, you could face nuisance trips, flickering lights, or, worse, elevated fire risk. Hunt’s Services provides licensed electrical panel inspections, repair, and full replacement across King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties. Our family-owned and operated team delivers High-Quality, Professional Workmanship and Service You Can Trust in Tacoma, Seattle, Bellevue, and Olympia.

Old or inadequate panels—especially certain legacy brands—can fail to trip under fault conditions. If you suspect your panel is unsafe or your home’s demand has outgrown its capacity, we’ll perform a load calculation, evaluate wiring and grounding, and present a clear plan to make your system code-compliant and future-ready.

Power issue after hours in Tacoma and the surrounding areas? Visit our Emergency Electrical Repair page. Expect a live answer 24/7, on-time service, and trusted technicians across the Greater Puget Sound.

Pierce County: Why You Might Need a Panel Upgrade

Safety and reliability come first. In Pierce County neighborhoods such as Central Tacoma, New Tacoma, Nalley Valley, South End, St. Helens, McKinley Hill, North Slope, Crescent Heights, Larchmont, Edison, and Highlands, we frequently replace known-problem or end-of-life panels and upsize for modern loads.

Common reasons to upgrade:

Legacy panels: Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) and Zinsco/Sylvania panels are associated with breakers failing to trip—a serious hazard. Many homes choose to replace them preemptively.
Added loads: Heat pumps, EV chargers, hot tubs, and remodels require capacity and dedicated circuits your current panel may not have.
Real estate value: Inspectors flag aging or unsafe panels; upgrades can help homes sell faster and closer to asking price.
Older homes: 1970s-and-prior wiring often lacks today’s required grounding, AFCI/GFCI protections, or available breaker spaces.

We provide a thorough inspection, perform load calculations, review available space and bus ratings, assess grounding/bonding, and recommend panel and service upgrades sized for your future needs.

Puget Sound region: Signs of a Failing Electrical Panel

Know when to call for help across the Puget Sound region:

Frequent breaker trips: Repeated tripping can mean overloaded circuits or insufficient panel capacity.

Flickering/dimming lights: Especially when large appliances start, could indicate voltage drop or loose connections.

Buzzing, crackling, heat, or burning smell: Shut off power and call immediately; these are urgent safety concerns.

Physical damage or corrosion: Compromised enclosures, water intrusion, or rust undermine safety and performance.

Old/fuse-based panels: Mismatched or oversized fuses create fire risk; modern breaker panels offer safer protection.

Home upgrades planned: New appliances or additions typically require capacity increases and new circuit spaces.

We’ll diagnose whether a sub-panel, targeted repairs, or a full main panel replacement is the right solution.

Reasons to Opt for Panel Upgrades in Western Washington

Beyond safety, upgrades in Western Washington deliver practical benefits:

No fuses, more convenience: A modern breaker panel avoids fuse-mismatch hazards and simplifies resets.

Room to grow: Added spaces support new lighting, outlets, EV charging, and smart-home upgrades.

Home value and insurance: A new, code-compliant panel reduces risk and is attractive to buyers and insurers.

Fire-risk reduction: Properly sized breakers, AFCI/GFCI protection, and correct grounding/bonding help prevent electrical fires.

Age-related replacement: Panels degrade with time and surges; once a panel approaches 25 years, proactive inspection and potential replacement are wise.

We serve Tacoma, University Place, Lakewood, Puyallup, Federal Way, South Hill, Auburn, Olympia, Gig Harbor, Fife, Covington, Kent, Sumner, Bonney Lake, Parkland, Milton, and Maple Valley.

Updating power distribution? See Electrical Outlet Repair & Installation for GFCI/AFCI devices, USB outlets, and dedicated circuits. Friendly, courteous staff and straightforward pricing in the Greater Tacoma and Puget Sound Region.

Tacoma Breaker Repair & Electrical Panel Installation Services

From panel tune-ups to full replacements, our Tacoma-area electricians deliver code-compliant, clean installations:

Repair and safety corrections: Tighten terminations to spec, replace damaged breakers, correct double-lugged neutrals, add missing bushings and clamps, and restore proper labeling.

Load balancing and new circuits: Add dedicated circuits for HVAC, kitchen appliances, or EV charging; balance loads across legs for stable performance.

New main panels and service upgrades: Replace unsafe or undersized panels, increase service amperage as needed, and update grounding/bonding to current codes.

Surge protection options: Whole-home surge protective devices safeguard sensitive electronics and appliances.

We manage permits, utility coordination when required, and city inspections. Most replacements are completed the same day to minimize downtime.

Serving the Greater Tacoma and Puget Sound Region: Fuse Panel Repair & Installation

Still on fuses? We can maintain them safely—but most homeowners choose to convert to breakers for safety and convenience:

Fuse panel assessment: Verify proper fuse sizes, replace compromised components, and address overheating or corrosion.

Fuse-to-breaker conversions: Install a modern breaker panel with AFCI/GFCI protection, proper grounding, and space for future circuits.

Sub-panel solutions: Where a main upgrade isn’t feasible, sub-panels can provide added capacity for additions or garages.

Fuse systems are particularly sensitive to improper sizing; if your home relies on fuses, consider a breaker conversion to reduce risk and support modern electrical demand.

Ready for a safe, future-ready electrical panel in Tacoma and surrounding areas? Call Hunt’s Services at 253-533-7500. Same-day service, emergency service with a live answer 24/7, and Service You Can Trust in the Greater Tacoma and Puget Sound Region.