Are new 100a panels larger or better than old ones?

Tkhickm Posts: 1, Reputation: 1

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Jul 1, 2012, 02:30 PM

Are new 100a panels larger or better than old ones?

In what circumstances would you replace a 100a panel with another 100a panel?

stanfortyman Posts: 5,598, Reputation: 279

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Jul 1, 2012, 02:53 PM

More breaker space.
Newer/better/safer breaker style/brand.
Damaged panel.

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