Consider it a secondary breaker box. Instead of originating at the main service panel, electrical circuits can begin at a nearby sub-panel that’s powered from the main panel through a heavy-gauge cable. By putting your sub-panel where the majority of your home’s wiring exists, you can cut down on the costs of the project. In addition, if a breaker trips, you won’t have far to go to reset it.

The kitchen uses the most electricity out of any other room. Older homes may not have enough circuits for an updated kitchen appliances or many of today’s conveniences. If this is the case, a subpanel can help bring you the power that you need by increasing the circuits in your kitchen.

Adding a spa to your property is more than just a simple plug and play operation. If your spa is 220 volt, you’ll need a subpanel installed with a GFCI certified break or breakers to comply with UL listings from the manufacturer. To pass inspections and your homeowner’s insurance requirements, the subpanel should be wired between the main meter and the spa itself.