I’ve had several estimates to update the meter base, service cable, weatherhead, and eyebolt on the outside of my house. My final estimate today took a look at my electric panel and said I’m sitting on a fire hazard and the entire thing needs to be replaced along with the outside stuff immediately. The other two didn’t mention this at all, so I’m wondering if I’m being pressured/upsold or if I should treat this as urgent. Third guy gave me two estimates. $5k for the basic safety fixes and $10k for the in-depth repairs. I’m still waiting for his email with specific details. I can update when I receive it. Estimates for the first two companies were $2k and $4k solely for the outside work. I’m happy to replace everything if it’s urgent but I don’t want to be unnecessarily upsold either.
This all started when I wanted to install a GFCI outlet for my sump pump and it escalated from there. Third guy said don’t do the GFCI until everything else is updated. House is 120 years old and the last people to reno were notorious for taking shortcuts