Zinsco & Federal Pacific Panel Replacement Experts
Zinsco and Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels are fire hazards found in homes and apartment buildings across Los Angeles. Branover Contractors has safely replaced hundreds of these dangerous panels in residential and multi-unit properties since 1985. Get your free estimate today.
Did your insurance company send you a notice? Many insurers now refuse to cover homes with Zinsco or Federal Pacific panels — or will drop your policy entirely. We handle these replacements every week and know exactly what your insurer needs.
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Is Your Panel Putting You at Risk?
Zinsco and Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Stab-Lok panels were installed in millions of American homes from the 1950s–1980s. Both have been found to have critical safety defects that can cause electrical fires — and neither is manufactured anymore.
Zinsco Panels
Zinsco circuit breakers are prone to melting and fusing to the bus bar, meaning they can fail to trip during an overload — allowing dangerous electrical currents to flow unchecked and potentially start fires inside your walls.
- Breakers that fail to trip during overloads
- Breaker components that melt and fuse in place
- Aluminum bus bars prone to corrosion
- Frequent tripping or breakers that won't reset
- Insurance companies often refuse to cover these panels
Federal Pacific (Stab-Lok) Panels
Federal Pacific Electric Stab-Lok panels have been linked to a disproportionate number of residential fires. Independent studies found that FPE breakers fail to trip at rates far above code requirements, creating serious fire risk.
- Breakers fail to trip in up to 25% of tests
- Linked to tens of thousands of house fires nationally
- Recognized as a safety hazard by industry experts
- Cannot be repaired — full replacement required
- Many insurers now require replacement before renewal
We'll review your panel at no charge. If you have a Zinsco or Federal Pacific panel, we'll give you a clear, honest quote for replacement. Most homes and apartment buildings in LA built between 1950 and 1990 may have one.
Schedule Free Inspection3 Reasons You Can't Wait
Fire Risk Is Real
These panels have been linked directly to residential fires. They were designed to shut off power during dangerous overloads — and they fail to do that. Every day with this panel is a risk.
Your Insurance Requires It
Many homeowner insurance companies in California now send notices requiring Zinsco or FPE panel replacement before renewal. Ignoring the notice can mean a cancelled policy or denied claim.
It Affects Your Property Sale
Home inspectors flag these panels on every report. If you're planning to sell — whether a single-family home or a multi-unit building — buyers and their lenders will require replacement before closing. Replace it now and protect your property's value.
How Panel Replacement Works
We make the process straightforward from start to finish — for homes, apartment buildings, and multi-unit properties — including permits, utility coordination, and final inspection.
Free Estimate
We review the panel and provide a written estimate.
We Pull the Permit
We handle all permitting with the Department of Building and Safety. No paperwork hassle for you.
We Do the Work
Our team handles the full replacement — safely, cleanly, and with minimal disruption to your home or tenants.
Passes Final Inspection
We manage the city inspection and provide all required documentation.
Real Reviews From Our Customers
We hired Branover when our usual electrician was not available. Michael was wonderful from the start, giving us the bid price that we had turned down and making recommendations that were helpful as well. Branover installed an upgraded electrical panel and an EV hookup in our garage. The work was done fast, accurately and neatly. They then came back to help us with electrical connections for our new dishwasher. Sorry, former electrician. We are Branover customers from here on out!
Branover Contractors, Inc. changed all circuit breakers and the main electrical system on my two apartment houses located in Los Angeles. They were very accommodating working with the tenants in the buildings. Their workers were excellent, friendly and cleaned up each day. I highly recommend them for your electrical needs.
Thank you for getting this project through to completion. Branover was very easy to work with. We appreciate your professionalism and clear and prompt communication with us at all times. We will consider Branover for any future electrical projects!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a Zinsco or Federal Pacific panel?
Look for the brand name on the front panel door. Zinsco panels often say "Zinsco" or "Sylvania" (Sylvania bought Zinsco). Federal Pacific panels will say "Federal Pacific Electric" or "Stab-Lok." If you're unsure, we'll inspect it for free.
Do you handle the permit and inspection?
Yes — we handle the permit application, the work, and the final city inspection. We guarantee our work passes inspection.
My insurance is requiring replacement — can you help?
Absolutely. We deal with insurance panel replacement requirements regularly. After replacement we can provide documentation and photos for your insurer. Many customers call us directly after receiving an insurance notice.
What size service do I need?
Every property is different. During our review we'll assess your current panel, your property's electrical load, and any planned upgrades — like EV chargers or solar — and recommend the right service size for your needs.