jpalarchio
Well-Known Member
I'm in the process of switching over to electric and plan to bring in an electrician to install a spa panel in the garage. Before I waste someone's time with what is probably an unusual request, I was looking for a quick assessment of my capacity.
I'm trying to determine if I can plan for a 50 amp setup or if I'm restricted to 30 amp.
My breaker box has physical capacity although I'm sure doesn't mean you can just add until you're full. The house was built in 1997 and the main breaker on my panel is 150 amp; the usage is probably much lighter than when the house was built as the dozens of pot lights have all been replaced with CFLs.
One thing I added after moving in was I had AC installed which doesn't appear to have a breaker in the box but I believe is wired direct to the panel (?) and has a fused disconnect outside next to the unit. Stove and dryer and both electric.
Does a pic of the panel help?
How can I tell if 50 amp or 30 amp is in my future?
I'm trying to determine if I can plan for a 50 amp setup or if I'm restricted to 30 amp.
My breaker box has physical capacity although I'm sure doesn't mean you can just add until you're full. The house was built in 1997 and the main breaker on my panel is 150 amp; the usage is probably much lighter than when the house was built as the dozens of pot lights have all been replaced with CFLs.
One thing I added after moving in was I had AC installed which doesn't appear to have a breaker in the box but I believe is wired direct to the panel (?) and has a fused disconnect outside next to the unit. Stove and dryer and both electric.
Does a pic of the panel help?
How can I tell if 50 amp or 30 amp is in my future?