At Kilowatt Electric, we believe your electrical panel shouldn’t be the most outdated part of your home or business—and thanks to smart panels and smart breakers, it doesn’t have to be.
These systems are already standard across much of Europe, and for good reason. They make your electrical system intelligent, responsive, and efficient—and they’re exactly what homes and businesses in Asheville, Hendersonville, and beyond need to stay ahead of rising energy demands, solar installations, EV charging, and increasing power costs.
Let’s break down what they are—and why this upgrade is more than worth it.
Think of a smart panel as the command center of your home or business’s power system. Unlike traditional breaker panels, smart panels and breakers let you:
See power usage in real time, down to each circuit
Control circuits remotely using your phone or tablet
Receive alerts about overloads, tripped breakers, or overheating
Integrate with solar, batteries, and EV chargers
Create load priorities during outages (so your fridge stays on, not your pool pump)
For business owners, it can mean preventing downtime. For homeowners, it’s control, insight, and peace of mind—all in one.
Energy costs are significantly higher in Europe, and that pressure led to early adoption of smart systems to monitor usage and reduce waste. They’ve been benefiting from lower utility bills, faster fault detection, and better energy efficiencyfor years.
Now, with solar, battery backups, and electric vehicles becoming mainstream in the U.S.—and energy prices climbing—smart panels are no longer optional tech. They’re part of a smarter, more resilient future.
Here’s what you can expect when you install a smart panel:
1. Lower Electric Bills
Track usage by appliance or room. Identify what’s running 24/7. Make changes that matter.
2. Remote Access & Control
Heading out of town? Kill power to non-essential circuits with a tap. Running a rental? Remotely shut off a tripped circuit without driving over.
3. Faster Troubleshooting
No more guesswork or flipping every breaker. You’ll know exactly which circuit is having issues—and why.
4. Enhanced Fire Safety
Detect arcing, overheating, or abnormal activity before it becomes dangerous. Some panels can even shut down faulty circuits automatically.
5. Seamless Integration with Solar and Batteries
Control what stays on when you switch to backup power. Maximize how your solar panels feed your home. Use stored battery power more efficiently.
Short answer: yes—especially if you’re already planning to install solar, backup power, or an EV charger.
While the upfront cost of a smart panel is higher than a traditional panel, it’s an investment in:
Energy savings over time
Protection against equipment damage and fire risks
Convenience and control from anywhere
Increased property value and future readiness
It’s not just a smart panel—it’s a smart move.
We’re not just up to speed—we’re ahead of the curve. Our licensed electricians have hands-on experience installing and configuring smart panel systems for homes and commercial properties across Asheville, Hendersonville, and the surrounding WNC area.
We’ll help you choose the right system, design it around your needs, and install it with precision. And if you’re pairing it with solar, EV, or backup power, we’ll make sure the integration is seamless.
Give your home or business an electrical system that works with you—not against you.
📞 Call Kilowatt Electric today for a consultation. (828)585-2500
📍 Serving Greater Asheville, Hendersonville, and beyond.
