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Federal Pacific Panel Replacement · Wixom, MI
Federal Pacific panel replacement in Wixom, MI
Found a Federal Pacific panel in your Wixom home? Call (815) 456-4349. We connect you with an independent, Michigan-licensed electrician who confirms the panel type and replaces it with a current panel.
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What it is
How to spot a Federal Pacific panel
A Federal Pacific panel is a breaker panel made by Federal Pacific Electric, often sold with Stab-Lok breakers. Many were installed in homes built from the 1950s into the 1980s.
- "Federal Pacific Electric" or "FPE" on the door or label
- "Stab-Lok" printed inside the panel
- Thin breakers with red or orange tips on the switch handles
Do not remove the panel cover yourself. A licensed electrician can confirm the brand safely.
Why owners replace them
Independent testing reported that some Stab-Lok breakers did not trip as designed under overload. Many home inspectors flag these panels, and some insurers ask about them.
Replacement
What replacement involves in Wixom
Replacing a Federal Pacific panel follows the same path as a panel upgrade in Wixom. The electrician pulls a City permit, DTE Energy disconnects the service, and a City inspector signs off.
The new panel is usually sized for today's loads, so owners often add capacity at the same time. The electrician also corrects grounding and bonding if the old work falls short.
Before you call
- A photo of the panel label, taken without opening it
- Any home inspection report that mentions the panel
- Plans for new loads such as central air or an EV charger
From call to final inspection
How a typical Wixom job works
You call
Tell us what is happening, your ZIP and how urgent it is. Have a photo of the panel label ready if you can.
We connect you
We match you with an independent, licensed electrician who handles that kind of work near you.
Estimate and permit
The electrician confirms the scope in writing and pulls a permit when the job needs one.
Work and inspection
The work is done, the local inspector signs off when required, and the utility reconnects service if it was disconnected.
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Federal Pacific Panel Replacement in Wixom: FAQs
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Describe the problem and your ZIP. We will connect you with a local pro in Wixom.
Call (815) 456-4349Is a Federal Pacific panel dangerous?
Many electricians and home inspectors treat FPE Stab-Lok panels as a risk because some breakers did not trip in testing. Replacement removes the question.
Can I just replace the Stab-Lok breakers?
Most electricians recommend replacing the whole panel. The bus bars and breakers work as one system, and new parts do not fix the old panel's design.
Will a home inspector flag my Federal Pacific panel when I sell?
Often, yes. Many home inspectors note FPE Stab-Lok panels in their reports, and buyers then ask for replacement or a credit. Replacing it before listing removes that step.
How long does a Federal Pacific panel replacement take?
Most homes take one working day on site, plus time for the City of Wixom permit and DTE Energy scheduling.
Page updated 2026-10-25.