A panel upgrade in Orlando typically costs $1,500–$4,500, and $2,900 is the average. The City of Orlando's January 2026 schedule lists a Change of Service line at $50 and a value-based electrical permit, and the utility is either OUC or Duke Energy Florida.
What are Orlando's panel permit fees in 2026?
Two lines could apply. They sit side by side in the city's residential fee schedule, effective January 2026:
| Fee line | Amount |
|---|---|
| Change of Service | $50 |
| Electrical permit | $66.24 for the first $1,000 of construction cost, plus $11.03 for each additional $1,000 up to $25,000 |
| Technology surcharge | 3% of the permit fee |
Which line applies depends on the job. The permit application lists Change of Service as a work type, and your electrician, who pulls the permit, sorts out the rest with Permitting Services for your address.
Do Orlando homes on OUC and Duke follow the same steps?
Not always. OUC has a Change Service Request form for customers who need to upgrade their electrical service. On Duke Energy Florida, have your electrician confirm Duke's steps directly. Your bill tells you which one applies.
Which Orlando homes are most likely to need a new panel?
Older ones, and any home adding big loads. Census estimates say about one in three Orlando housing units was built in 1979 or earlier, and about 20% before 1970. Six historic districts, from Lake Eola Heights to Colonialtown South, concentrate some of that stock.
Three signs worth a look: no spare breaker spaces, plans for a charger or a bigger kitchen, or a label reading Federal Pacific or Zinsco. Going from 100 amps to 200? The 100-to-200-amp guide walks through it.
How do I get a panel price in Orlando?
Tell us about your panel: its size, its brand if you can read it and why you want it changed. Adding a car charger? Read EV chargers in Orlando. Other jobs are on the Orlando electrician guide, and published numbers are in the panel upgrade cost guide.
Common questions
What does the permit cost for an Orlando panel upgrade?
The January 2026 schedule has two lines that could apply: Change of Service at $50, and the electrical permit at $66.24 for the first $1,000 plus $11.03 per additional $1,000. Your electrician pulls the permit, and the permit is part of the typical price.
Is the permit included in the typical price?
Yes. The typical price is for this job: Standard 100-amp to 200-amp panel swap, permit and inspection included.
How do I start a service upgrade with OUC?
OUC takes it through its Change Service Request form. The page says to contact OUC if you need to upgrade your electrical service.
Does an Orlando historic district change a panel job?
It's worth checking first. The city lists six districts. If your home is in one, mention it when you book, so your electrician can check with Permitting Services about any outside equipment.
