American Lightscapes
ClaimTypical electrical services: Panel upgrades, Outlet & switch install, Lighting install, +4 more
What to Compare
Square D QO is slightly preferred by Florida electricians for its breaker quality and wider availability. Either is a significant upgrade over problematic brands like Federal Pacific or Zinsco.
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Square D (Schneider Electric)
Features and considerations
- Most popular panel brand among FL electricians
- Extensive breaker availability at supply houses
Limits and questions
- Schneider pricing has increased in recent years
- Some supply chain constraints on certain breaker types
Siemens
Features and considerations
- Wide availability at big-box stores (more accessible)
Limits and questions
- Slightly less preferred by FL electricians (personal preference)
- Some breaker types can be harder to source locally
- Less common in FL market (Square D dominant)
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Square D (Schneider Electric) | Siemens | |
|---|---|---|
| FL Electrician Preference | Slightly preferred (QO series) | Widely accepted |
| Breaker Availability (FL) | Ask the Square D (Schneider Electric) provider to document breaker availability for the exact offer. | Ask the Siemens provider to document breaker availability for the exact offer. |
| Cost (200A panel, installed) | Request an itemized quote for Square D (Schneider Electric); compare the same scope and payment period. | Request an itemized quote for Siemens; compare the same scope and payment period. |
| Breaker Quality | Ask for evidence for the exact Square D (Schneider Electric) product or local service; match it to your project conditions. | Ask for evidence for the exact Siemens product or local service; match it to your project conditions. |
| Code Compliance | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Square D (Schneider Electric) proposal. | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Siemens proposal. |
| Insurance Acceptance | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Square D (Schneider Electric) proposal. | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Siemens proposal. |
| Warranty | Ask the Square D (Schneider Electric) provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the Siemens provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What electrical panels are not allowed in Florida homes?
Many Florida insurers refuse to write policies on homes with Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Stab-Lok panels, Zinsco/Sylvania panels, and some older Challenger panels. If your home has one of these panels, replacement is strongly recommended — both for insurance purposes and safety.
How much does electrical panel replacement cost in Florida?
Request dated, itemized proposals for Square D (Schneider Electric) and Siemens using the same project details. Compare the included work, optional items, recurring charges and payment terms before deciding.
Does replacing an electrical panel increase insurance in Florida?
Replacing a problematic panel (FPE, Zinsco) with a modern Square D or Siemens panel typically resolves the insurer's concern and may allow you to obtain coverage that was previously denied. Get a 4-point inspection after the replacement to document the upgrade for your insurer.
Consumer resources
Use these official resources when evaluating an offer. They provide general guidance and do not establish a winner between these options.
- FTC: checking home-repair offers and written agreements — General consumer guidance; not evidence of either brand's price or performance.
- Florida DBPR: license search — Search for a profession regulated by DBPR; this link does not establish that a particular provider is licensed or that every service needs this license.
Browse Florida Electrical Listings
These public listings share the broad electrical category. Inclusion does not confirm that a business supplies the products or specialist services discussed above. Ask about the exact work, credentials and current availability before requesting a quote.
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Typical electrical services: Panel upgrades, Outlet & switch install, Lighting install, +4 more