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Electrical Panel Upgrade in Bayonne, NJ

Bayonne is packed with older single-family and two-family homes where 60A or 100A panels are still the norm. As Bayonne homeowners add EV chargers in their driveways, upgrade to heat pumps, or prepare for whole-home generators, a 200A panel upgrade is often the first step. Malfettone Electric has completed hundreds of panel upgrades throughout Bayonne — pulling permits from the city and coordinating utility reconnections same-day.

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✍️ By Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician📋 NJ Electrical Contractor License #17130🕐 Last updated May 2026
Why Bayonne Chooses Malfettone

The Panel Upgrade Specialists in Bayonne, NJ

Since 1977, Malfettone Electric has been Hudson County's trusted electrical contractor for panel upgrades and service changes. We've upgraded hundreds of panels across Bayonne— handling everything from the permit application to the PSE&G reconnect, so you don't have to coordinate anything yourself.

✓We pull Bayonne permits — you don't lift a finger
✓PSE&G and JCPL scheduling handled for you
✓Free written estimate before any work starts
✓1-year labor guarantee on all panel work
✓4.9★ across 128 Google reviews
✓Same-day emergency response available
Panel Upgrade Process
01
Free In-Home Estimate
We visit, assess your panel and load, and give you a written quote — same day.
02
Permit Filed
We file for the electrical permit with Bayonne's building department.
03
PSE&G Scheduled
We coordinate meter disconnect on your install day.
04
Upgrade Completed
New panel, all circuits transferred, load balanced — typically one day.
05
Inspection & Sign-Off
Municipal inspector signs off. You get the permit record.
What It Costs

Panel Upgrade Cost in Bayonne, NJ

Fuse box → 200A breaker panel$2,300 – $4,000
100A → 200A service upgrade$2,300 – $3,800
Two-family full service upgrade (400A feeding two 200A panels)$5,000 – $9,000
Bayonne electrical permit (included in our price)$150 – $275

Every quote is written before any work starts, and the permit is in the price. Financing is available. Full pricing guide →

Permits & Timeline

The Bayonne permit process — we handle it

Bayonne processes electrical permits through the Construction Office at City Hall on Avenue A. It is a paper-based process but an efficient one — permits are often issued within a week, and inspections are typically scheduled within 3–5 business days of our request. Fees run $150–$275 and are included in our price.

Utility Coordination

Working with the utility in Bayonne

Bayonne is PSE&G territory, with 2–3 weeks of typical scheduling for the disconnect and reconnect. Because Bayonne has more single-family homes with open access to the service entrance and fewer shared service drops than Hoboken or Jersey City, the whole job usually lands at 3–5 weeks from first call to inspected upgrade — the fastest in Hudson County.

Common Questions

Panel Upgrade FAQs — Bayonne, NJ

How much does a panel upgrade cost in NJ?
Most panel upgrades in New Jersey range from $3,500 to $4,800 depending on the existing service size, panel brand, and whether a new meter socket is required. A 100A to 200A upgrade typically includes the panel, all breakers, labor, permit, and PSE&G coordination.
Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade in New Jersey?
Yes — all panel upgrades in New Jersey require an electrical permit from your local building department. Malfettone Electric pulls all permits on your behalf and schedules the final inspection. We handle the paperwork so you don't have to.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most residential panel upgrades are completed in one day. Permit processing and inspection scheduling typically adds 1–2 weeks. We coordinate with PSE&G or JCPL to reconnect service, minimizing your downtime.
Will my power be off during the panel upgrade?
Yes, your power will be off for several hours on the day of the upgrade while we replace the panel and transfer all circuits. PSE&G disconnects and reconnects the meter. Most jobs are completed with power restored the same day.
What is a 200 amp service upgrade?
A 200A service upgrade increases the total electrical capacity coming into your home from 60A or 100A to 200A. This is necessary before adding an EV charger, solar system, whole-home generator, or additional HVAC. It involves replacing the panel, breakers, and often the meter socket.
Do many Bayonne homes still have 60-amp fuse boxes?
Yes. Homes built before 1960 — particularly in the neighborhoods between Broadway and Avenue C — very often still have a 60A fuse box. These cannot be adapted to modern breakers; the panel and service both need replacing. Most NJ insurance carriers now require the upgrade as well. Federal Pacific panels also show up regularly in 1960s and 1970s Bayonne homes and should be replaced regardless of capacity.
Who Wrote This
Michael Malfettone, Licensed Master Electrician

Third-generation owner of Malfettone Electric, family-owned since 1977. Michael has personally run panel upgrades and service changes across Hudson County — pulling the permits, filing the utility applications, and meeting the inspectors himself.

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