Berala Switchboard Upgrade Services

Several warning signs indicate your switchboard needs upgrading. These include the presence of old ceramic fuses instead of circuit breakers, frequent circuit breaker tripping when using multiple appliances, flickering or dimming lights throughout your home, burning smells or unusual sounds near the switchboard, visible damage such as discoloration or scorch marks, lack of RCD protection on circuits, inadequate capacity for your current electrical needs, and if your home was constructed before safety standards were updated. If you're planning renovations, installing air conditioning, adding a pool, or setting up an EV charger, a switchboard assessment is strongly recommended to ensure your system can handle the increased load safely.

The switchboard upgrade process begins with a comprehensive assessment of your current electrical system, load requirements, and future needs. We then coordinate with your electricity provider to arrange a safe power disconnection at the scheduled time. Our electricians carefully remove the old switchboard components and outdated wiring, install the new switchboard with modern circuit breakers and RCDs, reconnect all circuits with proper labelling for easy identification, conduct thorough testing to ensure everything operates correctly, and restore power once we've verified complete safety. We also arrange any necessary inspections with local authorities and provide full documentation of the upgrade for your records and future reference.

Yes, Residual Current Devices (RCDs), commonly called safety switches, are mandatory for residential properties in New South Wales under current electrical safety regulations. These life-saving devices detect electrical faults and disconnect power within milliseconds, preventing serious injury or death from electric shock. Current standards require RCD protection on all power and lighting circuits throughout your home. If your switchboard doesn't have adequate RCDs installed or contains outdated protection, it needs to be upgraded to comply with Australian Standards. Our Berala electricians can thoroughly assess your current setup, explain which circuits require protection, and recommend the appropriate safety upgrades to bring your property up to current standards and keep your family safe.

While a switchboard upgrade primarily improves safety, reliability, and capacity, it can contribute to energy efficiency in several beneficial ways. Modern switchboards provide more stable power supply with better voltage regulation, reducing fluctuations that can cause appliances and electronics to work harder and consume more electricity. Additionally, by enabling proper circuit separation for different areas of your home, you gain better control over your electricity usage and can more easily identify high-consumption areas. Modern switchboards also support the installation of energy monitoring devices, smart home systems, and renewable energy sources like solar panels, all of which can help reduce your ongoing energy costs while providing improved functionality and convenience for your household.