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Electrical Panel Upgrade in Kearny, NJ

Kearny's older single- and two-family homes — many built before 1950 along Kearny Avenue and toward the Passaic River — often run on undersized 60A/100A service or aging fuse boxes. Malfettone Electric handles 200A panel upgrades for Kearny homeowners and landlords, including two-family service separations, with full permit coordination through the Town of Kearny construction office.

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

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

✓We pull Kearny 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 Kearny'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 Kearny, NJ

100A / fuse box → 200A service upgrade$3,500 – $4,800
Two-family service separation or second meterQuoted on site
Service mast or meter pan replacement (add-on)$800 – $1,500
Kearny 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 Kearny permit process — we handle it

Electrical work in Kearny is permitted through the Town's Building Department under the NJ Uniform Construction Code. Permit fees for a panel upgrade run $150–$300 and approval typically takes 5–10 business days. We file the application, meet the inspector, and hand you the signed-off permit record — you never visit Town Hall.

Utility Coordination

Working with the utility in Kearny

Kearny is PSE&G territory. Every 200A service upgrade needs PSE&G to pull the meter before the swap and reconnect afterward; current lead time is 1–3 weeks once the permit is approved. Two-family homes adding or separating a meter take a little longer, and we flag that at the estimate so the timeline is honest from day one.

Common Questions

Panel Upgrade FAQs — Kearny, 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.
How are panel upgrades handled in Kearny two-family homes?
Many Kearny properties are two-families with either a shared service or separate meters per unit. An upgrade may involve confirming the overall service capacity, coordinating both units, and sometimes adding or separating a meter with PSE&G. We map the metering setup during the free estimate so the scope and timeline are clear before you sign anything.
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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