Independent eligibility-screening tool — not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Southern California Edison.
Old Panel? Potential Fire Hazard? Replace your outdated panel with a safer 200 Amp upgrade. You may qualify for up to $4,200 in rebates for qualifying Southern California homeowners in the SCE service area.
No cost to check. No obligation to move forward.
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Why Is a Utility Company Paying For This?

Southern California Edison funds the Charge Ready Home Program — approved by state regulators — to help homes get ready for electric vehicles and modern electrical demand. Older homes often have panels under 200 amps that can't safely support an EV charger, so SCE covers part or all of the upgrade cost for qualifying households.

Funded by SCE, not out of your pocket

The program pays qualifying households up to $4,200 toward the cost of the upgrade itself.

Two ways to qualify

Income-qualified households (or those on programs like CARE, Medi-Cal, or SNAP) can get up to $4,200. Homes in designated communities can get up to $2,100.

We handle the paperwork

Once you're matched with a licensed installer, they handle the permit, install, and documentation SCE requires — you don't have to navigate it alone.

What's Included

If you qualify, here's what the upgrade covers:

New 200A Panel

Full upgrade from your current panel to a modern 200-amp panel.

240V EV-Ready Outlet

Installed near your parking spot, ready for an EV charger.

Licensed Installation

Permitted, inspected, and installed by a licensed, insured team — not a subcontracted stranger.

How This Works

  1. Take the 60-second quizZip code, ownership, panel size, and any assistance programs you're enrolled in.
  2. We check the real program rulesWe compare your answers against actual SCE Charge Ready Home eligibility — no guessing.
  3. You get a straight answerIf you likely qualify, a licensed local installer will call to confirm details and schedule a free on-site assessment. If you don't, we'll tell you that too.
  4. The installer handles the work & paperworkPermit, install, inspection, and rebate documentation — done by a licensed, insured crew.

Common Questions

Two paths: (1) your household income is under 80% of the area median, or you're enrolled in a program like CARE, FERA, Medi-Cal, CalFresh/SNAP, SSI, WIC, LIHEAP, or CalWORKs — this path can get up to $4,200. Or (2) your home is located in a designated disadvantaged community — this path can get up to $2,100, regardless of income. Your current panel also needs to be under 200 amps.

Yes, renters can qualify, but the property owner needs to sign off on the work since it's a permanent electrical upgrade to the home. We can help you get that approval.

No. The rebate program itself is administered by Southern California Edison. This page is an independent eligibility-screening tool — it is not operated by SCE, and SCE does not endorse any specific contractor. Once you submit your information, a licensed local electrical contractor will reach out to confirm your eligibility and, if you choose to move forward, complete the installation.

Checking your eligibility is free with no obligation. If you qualify and choose to move forward, the rebate is applied toward the cost of the upgrade — the installer will walk you through exactly what, if anything, is out of pocket before any work begins.

Most panel upgrades take about 6–8 hours of on-site work once permitted. Timeline to get started depends on permitting in your city and program approval.

Southern California has more than one electric utility. This page is built around SCE's Charge Ready Home Program, which offers up to $4,200. If you're in the LADWP service area instead, they run a separate, smaller rebate program — enter your zip code in the quiz and we'll tell you which program applies to you and what you may qualify for.

Disclosure: This page is operated by Vortex Electrical Contractor, an independent, licensed (C‑10 #1113575) electrical contractor, and is a vetted contractor on SCE's own Charge Ready Home Program contractor list. We are not Southern California Edison, LADWP, or any utility company, and we are not sponsored, endorsed, or contracted by SCE or LADWP to represent them. Rebate amounts, eligibility rules, and program terms are set by each utility's own program and are subject to change without notice. Submitting this form is not an application to any utility and does not guarantee eligibility.
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What's your zip code?

We use this to check if your area qualifies for the higher rebate tier.

Do you own or rent your home?

Renters can still qualify with property owner approval.

What's your current main breaker size?

Look for the number printed on your main panel — usually 100, 125, 150, 175, or 200 amps.

Are you enrolled in any of these programs?

Select all that apply — this can qualify you for the higher $4,200 tier. It's okay if none apply.

Almost done — where should we send your results?

We'll text or call to confirm your eligibility, usually same day.

Checking your eligibility…

Comparing your answers against current SCE Charge Ready Home program rules.

You're on the list!

Based on your answers, you may qualify for the SCE Charge Ready Home rebate. A licensed local installer will call or text you shortly to confirm details and next steps — no cost, no obligation.