We currently have a 200A 30+ year old electric panel that is nearly full- 182A. We have been in the house 6 months with no electrical tripping or problems.We need a Tesla charger.
Electrician A suggests a dynamic power meter that would turn down charge rate with panel demand. This same electrician prefers upgrading to a 400 A new panel for $7450, then $1500 more for Tesla charger.
Electrician B says just tap out old panel, install conduit, junction box, new 60 amp 240 volt line with breaker to Tesla wall connector $1400. Says this is adequate if limit charging to nighttime.
If we really need a new panel for future options, then this is the time, or just band aid now and new panel if problems?
Electrician A suggests a dynamic power meter that would turn down charge rate with panel demand. This same electrician prefers upgrading to a 400 A new panel for $7450, then $1500 more for Tesla charger.
Electrician B says just tap out old panel, install conduit, junction box, new 60 amp 240 volt line with breaker to Tesla wall connector $1400. Says this is adequate if limit charging to nighttime.
If we really need a new panel for future options, then this is the time, or just band aid now and new panel if problems?
Statistics: Posted by Mayacallie — Fri Nov 29, 2024 4:24 am — Replies 5 — Views 267