Panel UpgradesJune 2, 20266 min read

Cost to Upgrade a 200-Amp Panel in Burleson, TX (2026 Pricing)

If you're searching for what a 200-amp panel upgrade costs in Burleson, here are real 2026 numbers — not nationwide averages. We pull permits at the Burleson Development Services office every week and coordinate the Oncor disconnect/reconnect on nearly every job, so this is what local homeowners are actually paying.

The Short Answer

For a typical Burleson home in 76028 or 76097, a full 200-amp panel upgrade — new panel, new meter base, permit, inspection, and Oncor reconnect — runs $2,400 to $3,800 installed. Most jobs land at $2,800–$3,200.

| Scope | Burleson Price (2026) |

|---|---|

| 200A panel swap (existing meter base OK) | $2,400 – $2,900 |

| 200A panel + new meter base/mast | $2,900 – $3,400 |

| 200A panel + meter + service-entrance rewire | $3,400 – $3,800 |

| Add: subpanel for garage/shop | $700 – $1,400 |

| Add: whole-home surge protector | $250 – $450 |

What Drives the Price in Burleson Specifically

Permit & inspection — Burleson requires a permit for any panel replacement. Permit fee is typically $85–$150. We pull it; you don't deal with City Hall.

Oncor coordination — Power has to be disconnected at the meter, the work done, and Oncor scheduled to reconnect after city inspection passes. We handle the scheduling — most jobs are power-back-on same day.

Mast & weatherhead condition — Older Burleson homes (pre-1995) often have a corroded mast that has to be replaced to meet current code. Add $400–$600.

Grounding upgrades — Modern code requires two ground rods plus a water-pipe bond. About 1 in 3 older Burleson homes need this brought up to spec.

When You Actually Need a 200-Amp Upgrade

You don't upgrade just because it's old. You upgrade because something *requires* it:

Adding a Level 2 EV charger (Tesla, ChargePoint, etc.) — a 50-amp circuit usually pushes a 100A panel over the line

New HVAC — modern heat pumps and dual-system installs need the headroom

Pool, hot tub, or shop addition

Selling the home — most DFW inspectors flag undersized panels and Federal Pacific / Zinsco panels as defects

Burning smell, warm breakers, or frequent trips — safety call, get it scheduled now

Federal Pacific & Zinsco Panels in Burleson Neighborhoods

If your home was built in Burleson between 1965 and 1985, there's a real chance you have a Federal Pacific Stab-Lok or Zinsco panel. Both are documented fire hazards — they fail to trip under fault. We replace several every month across Old Town, the Hidden Vistas area, and along Hidden Creek Parkway. Insurance companies are increasingly refusing to renew policies on homes with these panels still in service.

How Long Does It Take?

Most 200-amp upgrades in Burleson are a single-day job — power off around 8am, inspection mid-afternoon, Oncor reconnect by evening. Plan to be without power for 6–8 hours. We bring fans and ice if it's a summer install.

What You Should Ask Any Burleson Electrician Before Hiring

Are you a Texas Master Electrician? (Required to pull the permit in your name)

Is the price flat-rate or hourly? (Hourly billing on a panel swap is a red flag)

Does it include the permit, inspection, and Oncor scheduling?

What brand panel? (Square D QO, Eaton CH, or Siemens — avoid no-name imports)

Is the work warrantied in writing?

If the answer to any of those is fuzzy, get a second quote.

Ready for a Real Burleson Quote?

We're headquartered on N Rudd Street in Burleson — 5 minutes from most jobs. No trip fee inside city limits, flat-rate pricing in writing before we start, and master-licensed work backed by warranty. Call (817) 447-7141 or [request a free quote online](/get-a-quote).