Reasons Why People Call For A Service Change
The Panel is full
You may only need a larger panel, not a new service, and that will save you money.
Wire entering or exiting meter is cracked or bare in spots.
This is caused by the sun drying out wire jacket and allows water to enter meter or panel that over time will rust them out.
Lights are "flickering" in areas of the house
Meter base, main, or circuit breaker going bad from age or moisture damage. There also could be a loose wire or defective circuit breaker.
Storm Damage
Service wire or meter ripped from the house.
Panel has water in it or has rusted out
This is caused by water penetration and if addressed early enough can be minor.
Adding a Hot Tub or Addition to the house
Any time you add footage or extra draw to a service you may have to increase amperes.
Circuits are Tripping when I plug 2 things in
Service change will not help this. Individual circuit are over loaded and need to be divided.
Landlord must install "owner's panel"
Code requires 2 or more tenants in a structure. An owner's panel has to power common circuits.