Switchboard Upgrades from $999
Replace your old fuse box with a modern safety-switch board. Licensed & insured electricians. Fast, compliant, and clean installations.
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Why Upgrade?
- Older switchboards often lack RCD protection and proper circuit segregation, increasing the risk of electric shock and electrical fires
- Enhanced safety and reliability
- Compliance with AS/NZS 3000:2018 and VSIR
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Capacity for future electrical additions (solar systems, EV chargers, air-conditioning units)
Switchboard Upgrades – From $999 Installed
Licensed Melbourne electricians · Switchboard upgrades & safety checks · AS/NZS 3000 compliant.
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Standard safety switch (RCD) switchboard upgrade supplied, installed and tested from $999 incl. GST, with tidy, one-visit installation.
What You Get from $999
New Switchboard Enclosure
- Installation of a 12 pole enclosure or an IP-rated switchboard enclosure (where required), compliant with Clause 2.6.3 – Protection against external influences.
- Designed for compliance with current fire, mechanical protection, and accessibility standards.
Circuit Protection
- Replacement of rewireable fuses with circuit breakers and Type A RCBO safety switches on all final subcircuits, in accordance with Clauses 2.6.3.2 and 2.6.3.4 (AS/NZS 3000:2018).
- Each circuit individually protected for overcurrent and 30 mA residual current, meeting Section 2.6 – Protection against electric shock.
Circuit Identification & Labelling
- Permanent circuit labelling for each protective device, compliant with Clause 2.10.2.2 – Identification of circuits.
- Labels are UV-stable, legible, and professionally applied for easy future maintenance.
Cable Management
- Wiring neatly terminated, dressed, and segregated in accordance with Clause 3.9 – Wiring enclosure and support for long-term reliability and safe operation.
Certification, Testing & Commissioning
- Prescribed Certificate of Electrical Safety (COES) issued for all prescribed work in Victoria
- Independent electrical inspection arranged in accordance with Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) and VSIR prior to reconnection.
- Continuity of protective earthing conductors verified (AS/NZS 3000:2018 Section 8)
- Polarity and circuit integrity verified
- Insulation resistance tested
- Earth fault-loop impedance measured
- RCD operation verified (trip time and current testing)
- Functional testing of all final subcircuits and protective devices
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Visual inspection confirming compliance and workmanship quality
Removal & Disposal
- Safe removal and environmentally responsible disposal of all obsolete fuse gear, redundant cabling, and outdated switchboard components.
Licensed Electricians
- Work completed by A-Grade licensed electricians with current ESV registration, insurance, and adherence to all relevant safety, wiring, and regulatory standards.
Customer Testimonials
September 2024
Deegan did an outstanding job disconnecting our old heater. He was not only incredibly efficient but also very friendly and professional throughout the entire process. His expertise was evident from start to finish, and we couldn’t be more pleased with his work. Highly recommend Deegan for anyone in need of exceptional service!
September 2024
The whole experience was fantastic, with a great team of people arriving, on time, to complete a long list of items around my home. Everyone was polite & ensured that things were as I wanted, with ongoing confirmation regarding anything that needed clarification. Everything was left clean & tidy, with new appliances all checked & demonstrated.
I highly recommend using Elite Trades Australia & will happily engage them if I have future requirements.
September 2024
Tim and Rami replaced our old hot water system with Emerald All-In-One Heat Pump Heater on 16/9/2024. They're very professional and polite. Did great job installing, took away old heater and cleaned all rubbish away. Gave me detailed information about operation of the system. All was done quickly with smiles and everything is working well.
September 2025
Jack and the boys came to connect our new hot water system and they were amazing! They were all so friendly and respectful and got the job done no issues. Highly recommend this company with no hesitation! I'd give more than 5 stars if I could!
July 2025
Alex and Arian replaced my old heat pump with a new system in less than two hours while the wind speed was 70km/h and they didn’t complain. They took all the rubbish. The job was completed with a neat and clean finish. They were very professional and well mannered and I was asked how I preferred the wiring to be, they even drained the old system’s water outside the property. they didn’t mess up my property they used the old screw holes and couldn’t tell that the system was replaced that’s how good the final result was. I am very happy and will use them again.
January 2025
Jack and Luke installed my heat pump at my place. 5 star service from scheduling to installation. Thank you again!
Frequently Asked Questions
How will upgrading my switchboard improve safety?
- A modern switchboard uses circuit breakers and safety switches that cut power quickly if there is a fault, reducing the risk of electric shock, fire and damage to your home.
Why do I need to update an old switchboard?
- Older boards with ceramic fuses or no safety switches are often overloaded, hard to reset and no longer meet current standards, so upgrading keeps your home safer and more reliable.
Do I need a switchboard upgrade before installing a heat pump or other new appliances?
- In many homes the existing switchboard does not have enough capacity or safety switch protection for larger loads like heat pumps, EV chargers or new circuits, so an upgrade is often required to keep everything compliant.
What are the signs my switchboard may not be safe or compliant?
- Frequent tripping, flickering lights, old ceramic fuses, burning smells, hot cover plates or no safety switches are all signs you should have your switchboard checked by a licensed electrician.
What is involved in a switchboard upgrade?
- We isolate the power, remove the old board, install a new enclosure with modern circuit breakers and safety switches, tidy the wiring and test every circuit so your system is safe, compliant and ready for future appliances.
