King Electric and Solar is based in Auburn, CA and serves homeowners and businesses throughout Placer County and the surrounding communities. Subpanel installations are a regular part of our work, whether the job involves a detached garage, a home addition, or a shop that needs its own breaker space. We focus on doing the work correctly and leaving the site clean.
Each installation is handled by licensed electricians with the permits and materials to get the job done to code.
Subpanel sizing based on your actual load requirements
Dedicated circuit runs from main panel to subpanel
Permit pulling and local code compliance throughout
Installations for garages, workshops, ADUs, and additions
Coordination with utility requirements when applicable
Clean breaker labeling and panel documentation at completion
Serving Auburn, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, and Lincoln
Recent customer feedback about subpanel installations services.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Quinn, a private solar installer, to replace the inverter on my home solar system, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the beginning, Quinn was professional,…
Owner reply
Thank you for trusting us to be your chosen solar expert! don't hesitate to reach out to us for any needs in Auburn and…
Melissa Davis
2026-03-16
We worked with Blakely. Very professional and quality conscious. Trustworthy and knowledgeable. We will continue to work with King Electric and Solar because of Blakely.
Darlene Mayorga
2026-10-22
Easy peasy lemon squeezy... The knowledge, professionalism, quality of work, and timeline to completion was amazing. I priced around with several companies and felt that a local company vs a larger corporation was the…
Blas Herrera
2026-10-16
Really wonderful team to work with. Prompt, professional, and their prices were more than fair. I was navigating the PG&E EV charger install rebate process and this company was really helpful. Definitely going to be on…
Tianna Lind
2026-10-13
I absolutely love my new fan! From start to finish Paul's installation job was great. Very professional and kept the space super clean. I will definitely use this company for any future electrical needs. Thank you King…
Owner reply
Thank you Aubree, we look forward to working with you on future electrical projects!
Aubree M
2026-10-08
King Electric did a really great job on the electrical we added to our detached shop. Fantastic work & pricing! Thank you!
Jenna Hedges
2026-10-08
Subpanel installations involve planning, permits, and precise wiring. Here's how we move through the job.
We visit your property to evaluate the main panel capacity, the distance to the new subpanel location, and what loads need to be supported. This shapes everything that follows.
We pull the required permits through the local jurisdiction before any work begins. Skipping this step creates problems at resale and with insurance, so we don't skip it.
Our electricians run the feeder wiring, mount and wire the subpanel, connect circuits, and verify proper grounding and bonding throughout the installation.
We schedule the required inspection with the local authority and make sure the work passes. You receive documentation confirming the installation meets code.
Find clear answers about service options, scheduling, preparation, and what to expect before you request an estimate.
Q1
A subpanel is a secondary breaker box fed from your main panel. It's useful when you need power in a detached structure, a large addition, or any space that requires more circuits than running individual wires back to the main panel would allow.
Q2
It depends on how much spare capacity your main panel has. During our site visit, we check the available amperage and determine whether the main panel can feed a subpanel without an upgrade first.
Q3
Size is based on the total electrical load you plan to run in that space. A garage with basic lighting and an EV charger needs more capacity than a simple workshop. We calculate this during the assessment so you're not undersized or paying for more than necessary.
Q4
Yes. Placer County and the City of Auburn require permits for subpanel work. We handle permit applications as part of the job and schedule the required inspection.
Q5
Most residential subpanel installations take one day once permits are approved. Jobs involving longer conduit runs, trenching for underground feeds, or coordination with the utility may take longer.
Q6
Yes, detached structures are one of the most common reasons homeowners call us for subpanel work. The feed can run overhead or underground depending on the layout and local code requirements.
Q7
We do. Our service area covers Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, Lincoln, Grass Valley, Nevada City, and El Dorado Hills in addition to Auburn.
Q8
Sometimes. If your main panel is already near capacity and you're adding a solar system or EV charger, a subpanel may be part of the solution. We can look at your full electrical picture and recommend the approach that makes sense.
Q1
A subpanel is a secondary breaker box fed from your main panel. It's useful when you need power in a detached structure, a large addition, or any space that requires more circuits than running individual wires back to the main panel would allow.
Q3
Size is based on the total electrical load you plan to run in that space. A garage with basic lighting and an EV charger needs more capacity than a simple workshop. We calculate this during the assessment so you're not undersized or paying for more than necessary.
Q5
Most residential subpanel installations take one day once permits are approved. Jobs involving longer conduit runs, trenching for underground feeds, or coordination with the utility may take longer.
Q7
We do. Our service area covers Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, Lincoln, Grass Valley, Nevada City, and El Dorado Hills in addition to Auburn.
Q2
It depends on how much spare capacity your main panel has. During our site visit, we check the available amperage and determine whether the main panel can feed a subpanel without an upgrade first.
Q4
Yes. Placer County and the City of Auburn require permits for subpanel work. We handle permit applications as part of the job and schedule the required inspection.
Q6
Yes, detached structures are one of the most common reasons homeowners call us for subpanel work. The feed can run overhead or underground depending on the layout and local code requirements.
Q8
Sometimes. If your main panel is already near capacity and you're adding a solar system or EV charger, a subpanel may be part of the solution. We can look at your full electrical picture and recommend the approach that makes sense.
Call King Electric and Solar at (916) 597-0971 or send us a message to schedule an assessment for your Auburn area property.
King Electric and Solar provides residential and commercial electrical services, solar installation, and EV charger setup throughout Auburn, CA and the surrounding Placer County communities. Local work backed by real experience
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