Expert Residential SPAN Panel Installation in Seattle
Mirsky Electric installs the SPAN Panel for Seattle-area homeowners who want real control over how their home uses power. If you’re planning solar, battery backup, an EV charger, or simply want to know what’s actually drawing power in your home, our licensed electricians can design and install a SPAN Panel system built around your goals. Reach out today for a free estimate.
What Is the SPAN Panel?
SPAN panels are smart electrical panels that replace your home’s traditional breaker box. They do everything a standard panel does, distributing power safely to every circuit in your house, but also add real-time monitoring and remote control through the SPAN Home app. Once installed, you can see exactly how much energy any individual circuit is using, turn circuits on or off from your phone, and set automated rules that respond to your schedule, your solar production, or your utility’s time-of-use rates.
What a SPAN Panel Can Do for Your Home
A SPAN Panel changes more than just your breaker box. Here’s what it actually means for how you use and manage power day to day.
Circuit-level energy monitoring. See exactly how much power any single circuit, appliance, or room is using in real time, right from your phone.
Remote and automated circuit control. Turn any circuit on or off from anywhere, or set rules so things like your EV charger run automatically on your schedule.
Smarter battery backup that lasts longer. Decide which circuits stay powered during an outage, and change your mind anytime instead of being locked into a decision made on install day.
Built-in compatibility with solar, battery, and EV systems. The panel works directly with major solar, battery, and EV charging systems, so it fits right into the setup you already have or are planning.
Connectivity that doesn’t depend on your home Wi-Fi alone. A built-in cellular backup keeps the app connected even if your home internet goes down.
Is a SPAN Panel Right for Your Home?
Both a SPAN Panel and a standard electrical panel will safely distribute power throughout your home. The difference comes down to what you want from the system beyond power distribution. Here’s how to think about which one fits your situation.
| Choose a Span Panel if… | Choose a Standard Panel if… |
|---|---|
| You have or plan to add solar. You want to use more of the power you generate yourself instead of sending it back to the grid. | You don't have solar. You're not planning to add it anytime soon. |
| You have or are considering battery backup. You want to choose which circuits stay powered during an outage. | You don't need backup power. A simple subpanel setup already covers what you need. |
| You're adding a high-demand appliance. You want to see how an EV charger, heat pump, or similar addition affects your home's overall power use. | You're adding appliances without needing detailed monitoring. Standard load calculations are enough to add them safely. |
| You want detailed energy data. You want real-time usage information down to individual circuits and appliances. | You just need reliable power distribution. Ongoing monitoring isn't something you're looking for. |
| You're building a smart home setup. You want your electrical panel to work with the rest of your automated systems. | You want a straightforward panel replacement. App-based features aren't a priority for your home. |
If the right-hand column sounds more like what you need, our team can walk you through a traditional panel upgrade instead, and compare both paths side by side before you decide.
Our SPAN Panel Installation Process
A SPAN Panel installation is a full panel replacement, so getting it right takes more planning than swapping in a standard panel. Here’s how our team handles every step, from the first walkthrough to the final inspection.
In-home assessment. We evaluate your existing panel, service capacity, and wiring to determine what the installation involves and whether any additional upgrades are needed.
System design. We map out circuit assignments, backup priorities (if you have battery storage), and any integrations with solar, EV charging, or smart home devices you already have or are planning.
Permitting. A SPAN Panel installation is a full panel replacement, and our team handles the permit and inspection process required by your city.
Installation. We safely disconnect your existing panel, install the SPAN Panel, and move every circuit over with clear, accurate labeling.
Commissioning and app setup. We configure your circuits in the SPAN Home app, set backup priorities if applicable, and walk you through how to use the monitoring and control features.
Final inspection. We coordinate the final inspection with your city and confirm everything is operating safely before we consider the job complete.
Why Seattle Homeowners Choose Mirsky Electric for SPAN Panel Installation
Smart panel installation isn’t a simple breaker swap. It requires an electrician who understands both the electrical fundamentals and how the panel’s smart features integrate with solar, battery, and EV systems. Our licensed electricians have installed panel upgrades across hundreds of Seattle-area homes, and we bring that same attention to load calculations, code compliance, and clean wiring to every SPAN Panel project.
We’re also a residential-only company, which means every recommendation we make is built around what actually makes sense for a home, not a commercial property. Mirsky Electric has served Seattle-area homeowners since 1997, and every electrician on our team is licensed, with no subcontractors involved in your installation.
SPAN Panel Installation Across the Greater Seattle Area
Mirsky Electric installs SPAN Panels for homeowners throughout Seattle and the surrounding communities we serve, including
- Ballard
- Magnolia
- Queen Anne
- Green Lake
- University District
- Capitol Hill
- Lake City
- Fremont
- Wallingford
- Phinney Ridge
- Ravenna
- Montlake
- Madison Park
- First Hill
- Central District
- Columbia City
- Seward Park
- Beacon Hill
- Rainier Valley
- Delridge
- White Center
Additional areas we serve
Get a Free Estimate for SPAN Panel Installation
Whether you’re planning for solar and battery storage or simply want better visibility into how your home uses power, our team can design a SPAN Panel system built around your specific setup. Contact us today to schedule your free estimate and find out what a smart electrical panel can do for your home.
FAQs - SPAN Panel Installation
Does a Span Panel replace my existing electrical panel?
Yes. The SPAN Panel is a full panel replacement, not an add-on. Every circuit in your home is moved from your existing panel to the SPAN Panel during installation.
Do I need solar or a battery to benefit from a SPAN Panel?
No. The circuit-level monitoring and remote control work on their own, with or without solar or battery storage. Solar and battery owners get additional benefits, like optimized self-consumption and smarter backup management, but they aren’t required to use the panel’s core features.
Is there a monthly fee for the SPAN Panel app?
No. The SPAN Home app, the cloud platform, and all monitoring features are included with the hardware.
Will a SPAN Panel work with my existing solar or battery system?
In most cases, yes. The SPAN Panel works with any grid-tied solar inverter and integrates with several major battery systems, including Tesla Powerwall, Enphase, SolarEdge, and FranklinWH. We’ll confirm compatibility with your specific equipment during your in-home assessment.
How long does SPAN Panel installation take?
Most installations are completed in a single day, though the exact timeline depends on your home’s existing wiring, panel location, and whether any additional electrical work is needed.