Switchboard upgrades
An old switchboard is one of the most common things an electrician is asked to fix. Tell us about yours and we’ll pass it to a licensed local electrician.
Referral service. Electrical work is done by independent licensed electricians.
Why switchboards get upgraded
The switchboard is where power enters the house and gets split into circuits. Older boards, especially those with ceramic fuses and no safety switches, weren’t built for modern use and don’t give the protection that a new board does.
An upgrade replaces the board with a modern one with circuit breakers and safety switches, and can also make room for new circuits, like air conditioning, an EV charger or solar.
- A modern boardA new switchboard with circuit breakers, replacing old ceramic fuses.
- Safety switches (RCDs)Protection that cuts power quickly if something goes wrong.
- Room to growSpare ways for new circuits, so adding air conditioning or an EV charger later is easier.
- Testing and labellingCircuits tested and labelled so you know what runs what.
How a switchboard enquiry works
- 1
Tell us about the board
Roughly how old it is, whether it has fuses or breakers, and any problems.
- 2
Passed to a licensed electrician
They contact you and arrange a look at the board if needed.
- 3
Quote and booking
You get a quote, then a time that suits.
- 4
Upgrade and testing
The new board is installed and every circuit is tested.
Signs your board needs attention
Fuses instead of breakers
Ceramic fuses and rewirable fuses are older technology. It’s worth having the board checked.
Tripping or buzzing
A switch that trips often, a warm board, or a buzzing sound should be looked at by a licensed electrician.
No safety switches
If your board has no safety switches (RCDs), it’s worth asking about adding them.
Straight answers.
The questions we get most. Anything else, send us a message.
Get a switchboard quoteHow long does a switchboard upgrade take?
It depends on the job, but it’s often done in a day. The electrician will tell you when they quote.
Will the power be off?
Yes, for part of the job. The electrician will tell you how long and plan around it.
Do I need a new board for air conditioning or an EV charger?
Sometimes. The electrician can check whether your board has the capacity.
Other electrical jobs
RCDs and safety switches
Install, test or replace safety switches (RCDs).
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New circuits, rewiring, and electrical for kitchens, bathrooms and extensions.
Learn more CCT 07Faults and emergencies
Tripping switches, dead power points, lights out and other faults.
Learn moreWe cover Shellharbour, Kiama, Gerringong and Jamberoo.
Tell us what you need.
It takes about a minute. We’ll pass it to a group of independent licensed local electricians, and one of them will contact you. If it’s urgent, call.
- Licensed electricians only
- Sending an enquiry is free
- Shellharbour to Gerringong and Jamberoo
Thanks, friend.
We’ve got your details and we’re passing them to an electrician now. They’ll contact you as soon as they can.
Your email app should have opened with your enquiry ready to send. Press send, or call 0400 000 000.