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Electrical Panel Upgrade in Cedar Grove, NJ

Cedar Grove is a suburban Essex County town of mostly mid-century single-family homes — capes, ranches, and splits built in the 1950s and '60s and wired for the appliances of that era, not for central AC, heat pumps, EV chargers, and modern kitchens. Malfettone Electric's office is right here in Cedar Grove at 340 Fairview Ave, so response times across the township are fast, and we pull every permit through the Township Construction Department ourselves.

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

The Panel Upgrade Specialists in Cedar Grove, 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 Cedar Grove— handling everything from the permit application to the PSE&G reconnect, so you don't have to coordinate anything yourself.

✓We pull Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove'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 Cedar Grove, NJ

200A service upgrade$3,500 – $4,800
Original mid-century mast / meter pan replacement (add-on)$800 – $1,500
Detached garage or workshop subpanel$1,200 – $2,500
Cedar Grove electrical permit (included in our price)$150 – $300

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

Permits & Timeline

The Cedar Grove permit process — we handle it

Electrical work in Cedar Grove is permitted through the Township's Construction Department under the NJ Uniform Construction Code, typically 5–10 business days for approval. We file the application; you don't handle it. The upgrade is inspected before the panel is energized, which protects both your safety and your homeowner's insurance — and keeps your records clean for a buyer's inspection later.

Utility Coordination

Working with the utility in Cedar Grove

Cedar Grove is PSE&G territory. Whether your service drop is overhead or underground affects both the work and the utility coordination, and many Cedar Grove homes still have their original mid-century mast. Expect 1–3 weeks of PSE&G scheduling after the permit clears, with the panel swap itself a one-day job.

Common Questions

Panel Upgrade FAQs — Cedar Grove, 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.
Why do mid-century Cedar Grove homes so often need a panel upgrade?
Homes built in the 1950s and '60s were wired for far smaller electrical loads. Adding central AC, an EV charger, a heat pump, or a modern kitchen routinely exceeds what an original 100A panel or fuse box can carry — which is why the upgrade is one of the most common jobs we do in Cedar Grove.
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 Essex County — pulling the permits, filing the utility applications, and meeting the inspectors himself.

NJ Electrical Contractor License #17130 · Family-owned since 1977 · Hudson & Essex County · Read Michael's full bio →
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