How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Hornell, NY?
US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20261 source
An electrical panel upgrade costs $518 to $2,193 nationally, typical $1,347. We have no documented price index for Hornell for this job, so this is the US national range from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.
US national range, not adjusted for this city
- Low
- $518
- Typical
- $1,347
- High
- $2,193
Electrical panel upgrade cost in Hornell, NY
We have no documented price index for Hornell for this job, so the table shows the US national range.
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US national range | $518 | $1,347 | $2,193 | Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs (HomeAdvisor) | October 2026 |
Electrical panel upgrade cost by type or size
US national figures in USD, as published by each source.
| Type or size | Price (USD) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 100-amp panel | $800 to $1,500 | HomeAdvisor |
| 200-amp panel | $1,300 to $2,000 | HomeAdvisor |
| 400-amp panel | $2,000 to $4,000 | HomeAdvisor |
What drives the cost of an electrical panel upgrade
Amperage
Most homes need 100 to 200 amps; 400-amp service costs the most.
Replace or relocate
Moving a panel outdoors costs $1,500 to $4,000.
Old fuse box or recalled panels
Replacing a fuse box costs $1,500 to $4,500; Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels $1,500 to $4,000.
Wiring age and circuits
Older wiring and more circuits to move add labor.
Drywall repair
Patching around the panel runs about $1.50 to $3 per sq ft.
Permits and what's included in Hornell
Permit note
A permit is needed in most places, and the utility may need to disconnect service. Budget about $150 to $300 for permits and drywall repairs.
Rules are set locally; confirm with Hornell’s building department.
What’s usually included
- The new panel and breakers
- Labor to move circuits to the new panel
- Coordination of the inspection
Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.
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Top-ranked electricians in Hornell
The top 3 of 6 electricians we rank for Hornell, NY, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.
- #1Twin Tiers Electric LLCCR Score 685.0from 25 Google reviews
- #2Canisteo Valley ElectricCR Score 655.0from 11 Google reviews
- #3Jackson Electric LLCCR Score 645.0from 9 Google reviews
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Sources
Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
- HomeAdvisor: Electrical panel upgrade cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; prices by amperage; drivers; permit.