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Underground conduit for a panel upgrade
Panel Upgrades

PANEL UPGRADE
CONDUIT

Upgrading to 200A or 400A service? We install the PG&E underground service conduit from the pole or service box to your new meter panel — bored under your driveway and landscaping whenever possible.

200A & 400A Service
PG&E OQ Certified
Works With Your Electrician
Bore or Trench
★★★★★ 5.0Google Reviews
CSLB #838568A, B & HAZ Licensed
PG&E OQCertified Contractor
Since 2004Bay Area Underground
The Job
WHAT’S INCLUDED

PG&E Service Conduit

Conduit and sweeps per the PG&E sketch, from the pole riser or service box to the new meter.

Greenbook

Bore Under Hardscape

Directional bore under driveways, patios and walls — no saw cutting.

Trenchless

Electrician Coordination

We work to your electrician’s meter location and schedule.

PG&E Inspections

Trench, sand & tape and mandrel inspections handled.

OQ Certified

Add-On Conduits

Spare conduits for EV chargers, solar, ADUs or a future generator while the ground is open.

Future-Proof

Restoration

Concrete, asphalt and landscape restored.

Google Reviews
WHAT HOMEOWNERS SAY
5.0★★★★★Every review on Google is 5 stars →
★★★★★
“I couldn’t be happier with the results… all inspections were passed successfully without any issues.”
Soonman S.PG&E panel upgrade
★★★★★
“He was very reliable and completed his portion of the job timely. I would highly recommend him to other households.”
Charlene G.Underground electrical upgrade
★★★★★
“David was able to start on the job immediately, pivot when we hit a large boulder underground… and dig underneath a retaining wall without damaging it. He has a deep understanding of the PG&E Greenbook.”
Steven M.PG&E electrical upgrade
Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does my panel upgrade need new underground conduit?

Going from 100A to 200A, or 200A to 400A, usually means a larger PG&E service. PG&E often requires a new or larger conduit from its pole or service box to your new meter panel, installed by the customer’s contractor.

Do you install the panel?

No — your electrician installs the meter panel and wiring. We install the PG&E-spec conduit and handle the trench or bore, inspections and restoration, and we coordinate with your electrician.

Can the meter location change?

Often, yes, as part of a remodel or upgrade. We work from the PG&E sketch showing the new meter location and route the conduit to it.

What about EV chargers, solar and batteries?

Many upgrades are driven by EV chargers, heat pumps, solar and batteries. While we’re there, we can also run conduit to the garage, a detached ADU or a future charger location.

Where We Work
SERVING THE BAY AREA’S FINEST NEIGHBORHOODS

Based in Santa Clara, working throughout Santa Clara County, the Tri-Valley and Lamorinda.

Project Photos
PANEL UPGRADE & CONDUIT JOBS

Photos from real Apex jobs across Santa Clara County — our crew, our equipment. Tap any photo to enlarge.

Electrical conduit pulled back through the bore into the receiving pit, Los Gatos
Los GatosElectrical conduit pulled back through the bore into the receiving pit, Los Gatos
Bank of PVC electrical conduits laid in a hillside trench, Los Gatos
Los GatosBank of PVC electrical conduits laid in a hillside trench, Los Gatos
Utility installation at a new Los Gatos estate home
Los GatosUtility installation at a new Los Gatos estate home
Crew working in a PG&E service pit, Monte Sereno
Monte SerenoCrew working in a PG&E service pit, Monte Sereno
New electric meter panel with underground conduits, Monte Sereno
Monte SerenoNew electric meter panel with underground conduits, Monte Sereno
Utility trench along a new home in Monte Sereno
Monte SerenoUtility trench along a new home in Monte Sereno
Narrow utility trench beside a new house, Monte Sereno
Monte SerenoNarrow utility trench beside a new house, Monte Sereno

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Google Reviews
5.0 STARS ON GOOGLE
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google — read every review →
★★★★★

“He guided me through the correct procedures to comply with PG&E’s Greenbook requirements… all inspections were passed successfully without any issues.”

Soonman S.PG&E panel upgrade
★★★★★

“Able to start on the job immediately… and dig underneath a retaining wall without damaging it. He has a deep understanding of the PG&E Greenbook.”

Steven M.PG&E electrical upgrade
★★★★★

“He was careful to minimize the damage to the patio and set aside the removed pavers in a neat stack… helped me navigate the process with PG&E.”

Stephen L.Gas meter & panel relocation

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PLANNING A PANEL UPGRADE?

Send us the PG&E sketch and your electrician’s plan. We’ll price the underground work, usually within 24 hours.