Is Your Switchboard Due for an Upgrade?

23 Sept

Most people don’t give their switchboard much thought until the power starts tripping or they’re getting some work done around the house.

An older board doesn’t automatically need replacing. But if you’re renovating, adding air conditioning or having ongoing electrical issues, it’s worth getting it checked.

At Advanced South East Electrics, we handle switchboard repairs and upgrades across Aspendale Gardens and Melbourne’s south east.

Power keeps tripping?

There’s a reason it’s happening. It could be a faulty appliance, a circuit issue or something that needs a closer look.

It doesn’t always mean you need a new switchboard. The first step is finding the fault so you’re fixing the actual problem.

Still got the old ceramic fuses?

If your switchboard still has ceramic fuses, it’s worth having an electrician check the board and the protection you’ve got in place.

We can explain what’s there, what might need attention and what work we recommend.

Don’t remove any covers or try to change things yourself.

Adding air con or renovating?

Before you add new electrical equipment, you need to know whether the existing setup can handle it.

Getting this checked early helps you work any electrical upgrades into the job and budget, instead of finding out halfway through.

What does a switchboard upgrade cost?

It depends on what’s already there and what needs doing. The number of circuits, access and any extra wiring work can all affect the price.

The best place to start is a chat about your property and what you’re planning. From there, we can work out what information or inspection is needed to quote the job properly.