Common questions,
straight answers

A typical residential panel replacement takes about 6 to 10 hours, and power is off for part of that day. We pull the permit, coordinate the shutoff and reconnection with the local NJ utility, and schedule the inspection so the work is signed off.

Most homes with a 200 amp panel can support a Level 2 EV charger without trouble. Older 60 or 100 amp systems may need a load calculation or a service upgrade first so the panel can carry the added draw safely. We check your panel and let you know what your home can handle before any work begins.

We install all of the common brands, including the Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint, and JuiceBox. We suggest a UL-listed charger, and many homeowners choose a model with scheduling so they can charge on off-peak rates. If you have not picked one yet, we can help you match a charger to your car and your panel.

Knob-and-tube wiring has no ground wire and was never built for the loads a modern home puts on it. The insulation grows brittle with age, and it becomes a fire risk when it is buried under attic insulation. It is also one of the most common reasons insurers hesitate to cover an older home, so replacing it helps with both safety and insurance.

Usually, yes. By fishing new wire through walls and working from access points like the basement and attic, we can replace most of the wiring with minimal damage to original lath-and-plaster walls and trim. Protecting the character of a historic home is the priority on every job like this.

Yes. Battle Electric is a licensed New Jersey electrical contractor, NJ LIC #19203. The business is owner-operated, so Matthew Battle is on the job himself rather than sending a crew you have never met.

We serve Montclair, Upper Montclair, Glen Ridge, Verona, Cedar Grove, and Bloomfield. Estimates are free and itemized, so you can see exactly what the work involves before you decide. We pull the permits and arrange the inspections on the jobs that need them.