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Your home’s electrical switchboard is vital for distributing power throughout your property. Upgrading it ensures safety, compliance with Australian standards, and prepares your home for modern energy demands. At Approved Electrix, our team of licensed domestic electricians specialise in residential switchboard upgrades, backed by 25+ years of expertise in Melbourne.
Your home’s electrical switchboard is vital for distributing power throughout your property. Upgrading it ensures safety, compliance with Australian standards, and prepares your home for modern energy demands. At Approved Electrix, our team of licensed domestic electricians specialise in residential switchboard upgrades, backed by 25+ years of expertise in Melbourne.
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Regularly upgrading and assessing your electrical switchboards is vital for ensuring electrical safety in the home or workplace. To maintain compliance with Australian electrical safety standards, your switchboard must be installed professionally and in a location where it’s accessible but not exposed.
The components of your electrical switchboard (i.e. safety switches, circuit breakers, etc.) must also be kept in good condition to ensure they can respond effectively in the event of a short circuit.
Upgrading a switchboard is a structured process carried out by licensed electricians.
Our electricians begin by inspecting your existing switchboard to identify outdated components like ceramic fuses or asbestos panels. We also assess your energy needs to determine the best solution for your property.
Unsafe or outdated parts, including old circuit breakers and fuses, are carefully removed. This ensures the area is safe and ready for the installation of a modern switchboard.
A modern, fire-resistant enclosure is installed, and your circuits are connected to upgraded components such as RCDs and circuit breakers for enhanced safety and reliability.
Finally, we conduct thorough testing to ensure everything operates safely and adheres to Australian safety standards (AS3000:2018).
Discover how a modern switchboard enhances your home's safety and efficiency
Prevents fires from electrical arcing.
Mitigates risks of electrical shocks.
Improved reliability for individual circuits.
Instantly disconnect power during electrical faults.
Replace asbestos and lead components.
Support efficient appliances and reduce wastage.
Modern materials are durable and sustainable.
Buyers appreciate updated, compliant systems.
Lower bills attract eco-conscious buyers.
Accommodates smart home features and appliances.
Minimise wear and tear.
Advanced technology reduces failure rates.
Lower long-term maintenance expenses.
Reduce electrical noise affecting sensitive devices.
Prevent power interruptions and surges.
Add circuits for new appliances or renovations.
Future-proof your home for solar panels or EV chargers.
Allow seamless upgrades and expansions.
Our electrical switchboard installation services always begin with a thorough assessment of your property and its existing electrical system.
From here, we determine where to install new electrical switchboards and what upgrades or repairs are needed.
Then, our residential or commercial electricians get to work using all their years of experience and their industry-leading technology to install, upgrade or repair your switchboard.
Outdated switchboards pose risks like electrical hazards, increased energy consumption, and incompatibility with modern appliances. Upgrading ensures:
Approved Electrix is your trusted provider of electrical switchboard upgrade and installation services in Melbourne’s east and south-east. For a genuinely bespoke electrical panel installation, upgrade or repair, reach out to us today.
To get a quote on switchboard repairs, installations or upgrades, simply call03 0870 5737 to speak with a member of our team or reach out online.
At Approved Electrix, we make sure that all of our customers receive modern switchboard solutions, with electrical panel upgrades that help safeguard their property and keep your lights on!
We treat electrical compliance and safety as a holistic discipline. Have a browse through the services we provide besides electrical switchboard servicing, which include power point installation, car park signal installation and more. Check out our electrical services below.
At Approved Electrix, we have a deep understanding of all Melbourne-specific electrical compliance and safety requirements when it comes to installing, fixing and upgrading your electrical switchboards.
We ensure that electricity is flowing smoothly through your property and that your electrical system stays compliant with Australian Standards.
We also provide emergency services and are available for 24/7 emergency callouts. In the event of electrical emergencies like fires, short circuits and explosions in your home and at your business premises, call our Approved Electrix team for expert emergency assistance.
Our electricians take great pride in performing electrical switchboard installation, upgrades and repairs to the highest standards and quickly to ensure that your home or business is 100% safe from the dangers of a faulty switchboard.
If you have any questions about your switchboard or our installation/upgrade/maintenance services, don’t hesitate to speak with a member of our team today.
When you choose Approved Electrix to install, upgrade or maintain your electrical switchboards, you can expect these perks:
At Approved Electrix, we have a deep understanding of all Melbourne-specific electrical compliance and safety requirements when it comes to installing, fixing and upgrading your electrical switchboards.
We ensure that electricity is flowing smoothly through your property and that your electrical system stays compliant with Australian Standards.
We also provide emergency services and are available for 24/7 emergency callouts. In the event of electrical emergencies like fires, short circuits and explosions in your home and at your business premises, call our Approved Electrix team for expert emergency assistance.
Our electricians take great pride in performing electrical switchboard installation, upgrades and repairs to the highest standards and quickly to ensure that your home or business is 100% safe from the dangers of a faulty switchboard.
If you have any questions about your switchboard or our installation/upgrade/maintenance services, don’t hesitate to speak with a member of our team today.
When you choose Approved Electrix to install, upgrade or maintain your electrical switchboards, you can expect these perks:
We work on many electrical projects across domestic and commercial properties. From lighting, to switchboard upgrades and more.
Contact our team today for all electrical services for commercial and residential properties.
Contact our team today for all electrical services for commercial and residential properties.
An electrical switchboard divides your domestic or commercial property’s primary power feed into various branching circuits, these being smaller streams of electricity that are then distributed to other electrical equipment like transformers and panelboards around a property. The electricity is then further distributed to the various electrical equipment and devices throughout the property like power points and lights.
One reason you may need to upgrade your residential or commercial switchboard is that you intend to add new outlets, lights and other electrical fixtures, or if you intend to boost the capacity of your property’s electrical system. You should also enlist a licensed electrician to perform switchboard repairs if you notice electrical faults like fuse tripping, blinking lights or an overheating switchboard. Another reason to upgrade your switchboard is to adhere to electrical compliance and safety requirements as set out by Energy Safe Victoria.
Switchboard upgrades typically range between $800 and $4,500, depending on the system’s complexity, whether 3-phase power is required, and the size of the property. We provide upfront, transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
For a more precise quote on updating your electrical switchboard, don’t hesitate to contact Approved Electrix via our website.
Typically, a switchboard upgrade can take anywhere between four and eight hours.
The precise time it takes to upgrade your commercial or residential switchboard depends on your property’s specific requirements. For instance, a complete overhaul of your electrical switchboard will take significantly longer than a rewiring job. Installing a brand new switchboard will also take more time than upgrading your existing switchboard.
Unless you’re a licensed electrician, you should always hire professionals to perform a switchboard upgrade or installation. Trying to do so yourself can cause significant injuries from electrical shock. A licensed electrician will also ensure that there is no collateral damage to either your switchboard or other electrical devices during the upgrade/installation process. Moreover, a licensed switchboard upgrade/installation service provider like Approved Electrix has a comprehensive understanding of Victorian laws and regulations as they relate to switchboard installations and upgrades.
At the beginning of every switchboard upgrade job, the first thing our electricians do is assess your commercial or domestic property’s existing switchboard. We will go over the wiring, circuit breakers, ceramic fuses and all the other components of your switchboard. Then, our electricians begin the task of upgrading your switchboard. This involves rewiring, updating your circuit breakers and even potentially installing a completely new switchboard.
Most residential switchboard upgrades are completed in just one day. The timeframe depends on your home’s size and specific electrical requirements, but our skilled electricians work efficiently to minimise disruption.
Yes, modern switchboards are essential for handling the increased energy load from solar panels. Approved Electrix ensures your switchboard is compliant with Australian standards and equipped to manage solar system demands safely and efficiently.
At Approved Electrix, we use high-quality components to ensure long-lasting performance:
All materials comply with Australian standards (AS3000:2018) for your peace of mind.
A 3-phase switchboard provides three alternating currents, offering stable and efficient power distribution.
Here’s how to check if you have 3-phase power:
Our licensed electricians can verify this for you and provide expert advice on upgrades if needed.
Upgrading with Approved Electrix involves:
Our team will guide you through every step to ensure a smooth, hassle-free upgrade.