How To Replace a Main Panel or Sub Panel - Upgrading an Existing Electrical Service
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In this video we discuss all of the essential things you should consider when upgrading or replacing and existing 240v main or sub panel. There are so many different things that you can encounter in a project like this so I highly recommend hiring an experienced licensed electrician.
0:00 - Main Panel Replacement Intro
1:20 - Choosing a New Panel & Reasons to Upgrade
2:30 - What is a Double Tapped Breaker
3:43 - What Size Main Breaker & Disconnect Requirements
6:52 - How Many Spaces Should my Panel Have?
7:20 - Cover Unused Knockout Openings In Panel
8:08 - Hire a Licensed Professional
8:30 - What Electrical Panel Should I Buy?
9:02 - Make Sure You Get a Plug On Neutral Panel
9:32 - Breaker Requirements for AFCI & GFCI
10:33 - Shared Neutrals Causing Arc Fault or Ground Fault Breakers to Trip
11:20 - Multi-wire Branch Circuits
18:32 - Materials & Supplies Needed
19:26 - DISCONNECT THE POWER
20:19 - Document Current Setup
21:13 - Pull Out All Connections
21:50 - Main Panel Placement Guidelines
23:19 - Bonded / Separated Neutrals
29:11 - Why You Should Use Grounding Bars
30:58 - How To Extend Existing Wires
31:46 - Compatibility Between Breakers & Wires
32:59 - Romex Cables & Connectors
34:58 - Installing Ground Wires
37:27 - Installing Neutral Wires
39:09 - Mark Wires With Appropriate Colors
40:08 - Installing Hot Wires
48:02 - Final Touches
50:58 - Add Cover & Fill Labels Inside Door
54:27 - Bonus Wisdom With Scott
56:00 - SUBSCRIBE!!!
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